Best 160cc bikes in India

Most of the affordable sports bike falls under the 160cc segment. This segment provides the power and performance competitive to those high power sports bikes and the benefits of a commuter bike like fuel economy, low bike service, and repair cost, lightweight, less requirement for maintenance. Here’s a list of some of the best 160cc bikes in India.

TVS Apache RTR 160

TVS Apache RTR 160 is manufactured by TVS Motors. TVS Apache was first launched in 2015. The bike is powered by a 159.7cc BS6 (RT-Fi) engine which provides it a maximum power of 11.4k @ 8400 rpm. Being race-centered manufacturing it has competitive bike service and repair costs.

Price: TVS Apache RTR 160 comes with a price tag of Rs. 1,05,365

Features:

Engine equipped with (RT-Fi) technology
Front oil damped telescopic fork suspension
Rear monotube 5-step adjustable shocks with rectangular swing arm.
Tubeless tyres
Low bike service and repair cost
Single-channel Anti-lock braking system
Front disc brake
Rear Disc/Drum

Key Specs

Engine type: SI, 4-stroke, air-cooled
Engine capacity: 159.7cc
Fuel economy: 48kmpl
Fuel tank capacity: 12L
Kerb weight: 139kg
Acceleration: 0-60 kmph in 5.3s

Yamaha MT-15

Yamaha Manufactures several sports bikes and MT-15 is one of them. The bike has a dynamic look with a wide handlebar and lightweight. It is equipped with a BS6 compliant 155cc engine which provides the bike max power of 13.6kW @ 10000 rpm. With great power comes great maintenance responsibility. The bike has significantly higher bike service and repair costs.

Price: Yamaha MT-15 comes with a price tag of Rs. 1,42,900

Features:

Single-channel Anti-lock braking system
Both disc brakes
Side stand engine cut off
Step-up seat with grab bar
Low bike service cost
Front telescopic suspension
Rear linked-type monocross suspension
Negative LCD display
6-speed transmission
Tubeless tyres

Key Specs

Engine type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, SOHC
Engine capacity: 155cc
Fuel economy: 48kmpl
Fuel tank capacity: 10L
Kerb weight: 138 kg

Bajaj Avenger Cruiser 160

Bajaj Avenger is a cruiser-style motorcycle manufactured by Bajaj Motors. The bike is equipped with a round headlight which gives it a retro touch. The power duties are handled by a BS6 compliant 160cc engine which provides a maximum power of 11030W @ 8500 rpm.

Price: Bajaj Avenger Cruiser 160 comes with a price tag of Rs. 1,08,205

Features:

Single-channel Anti-lock braking system
Front disc brake
Rear drum brake
Front telescopic suspension with double anti-friction bush
Rear 5-step adjustable twin shock absorber
Low bike service and repair cost
Tubeless tyres

Key Specs:

Engine Type: 4-stroke, DTS-i, Single cylinder, air-cooled
Engine capacity: 160cc
Fuel economy: 45kmpl
Fuel tank capacity: 13L
Kerb weight: 156kg

Bajaj Pulsar NS 160

Bajaj Pulsar is one of the most popular affordable sports bike series in India. Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 is a perfect mix of power and looks. The rider can experience power and performance at its best. Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 is equipped with a 160.3cc oil-cooled powerful engine which gives the bike max power of 12.7 kW @ 9000 rpm. Apart from power and performance Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 is also successful because of its low maintenance and bike service cost.

Price: Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 comes with a price tag of Rs. 1,14,093

Features:

BS6 compliant engine
Both front and rear disc brake
Single-channel anti-lock braking system
Low bike service cost
Tubeless tyres
Rear Nitrox mono-shock suspension
Front telescopic suspension with Anti Friction Bush

Key Specs:

Engine type: 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve, DTS-i FI engine
Engine capacity: 160.3cc
Fuel economy: 45kmpl
Fuel tank capacity: 12L
Kerb weight: 151 kg

Suzuki Gixxer

Suzuki gixxer is a sports bike manufactured by Suzuki Motorcycle India. The bike is equipped with a BS6 compliant 155cc air-cooled engine which provides the bike a max power of 13.6ps @ 8000 rpm. It has a 5-speed manual transmission. The bike being power paced has slightly high bike service and maintenance cost.

Price: Suzuki Gixxer comes with a price tag of Rs. 1,18,800

Features:

Anti-lock braking system
Dual Muffler for a sporty look
Split seat
Both front and rear disc brake
Low bike service and repair cost
Less maintenance requirement
Telescopic front suspension
Swingarm rear suspension

Key Specs:

Engine Type: 4-stroke, single-cylinder, air-cooled
Engine capacity: 155cc
Fuel economy: 45kmpl
Fuel tank capacity: 12L
Kerb weight: 141kg

Yamaha YZF R15

Yamaha offers a wide range of 160cc bikes and Yamaha YZF R15 is one of them. The bike has a perfect dynamic built and a great combination of power and performance, handled by a 155cc BS6 compliant Liquid-cooled engine. It is equipped with Built-in side stand engine cut-off and double channel Anti-Lock braking system for greater protection from theft. The rider gets thrilling speed with low bike maintenance and service cost.

Price: Yamaha YZF R15 comes with a price tag of Rs.1,54,600

Features:

Double channel anti-lock braking system
Gear shift indicator
Constant-mesh, 6-speed transmission
Gear position indicator
Both front and rear disc brake
Low bike service cost
Tubeless tyres
Telescopic front suspension
Monocross rear suspension

Key Specs:

Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Engine capacity: 155cc
Fuel economy: 40kmpl
Fuel tank capacity: 11L
Kerb weight: 142 kg

Closing:

160cc bikes are a great combination of power and performance, they deliver high speed and are best for someone who likes thrilling speed with fewer worries about maintenance and bike service cost. These 160cc bikes are very versatile, ranging from the sports model to the retro style variant.

These are the best 160cc bikes in India