Hero's Much-Anticipated Xtreme 160R Now In Nepal

The ultra-competitive 160cc segment now has a new Hero. NGM Hero, the sole authorised distributors for Hero Motocorp in Nepal, has introduced the much-anticipated all-new Hero Xtreme 160R in Nepal at a price of Rs 3.39 Lakh.  The Xtreme 160R marks Hero's entry into the competitive 160cc motorcycle category.The Hero Xtreme 160R takes design inspirations from Hero 1.R concept showcased at EICMA in 2019.  Hero says the Xtreme 160R offers an unparalleled mix of performance, sportiness, and features, while boasting a muscular stance with an optimum mix of comfort and control.The new Xtreme 160R comes with a 163cc air-cooled BS-VI compliant engine that is powered by Hero’s XSens technology and advanced Programmed-Fuel-Injection. The engine delivers a power output of 15 BHP @ 8500 RPM and 14 Nm of peak torque. Hero says the motorcycle has one of the best power-to-weight ratios in its class, thanks to the low kerb-weight of 138.5kg.The new Xtreme 160R is paired with a first-in-segment all LED package, from a sculpted full LED headlamp with LED DRLs in front, to LED indicators with hazard switch and down to the rear H signature LED tail lamp. The motorcycle also gets an inverted fully digital LCD display together that offers essential information like speed, tachometer, odometer, trip meter, clock, fuel efficiency, etc.  Other design highlights include an integrated pillion grab rail, a step-up seat, and a compact exhaust.[gallery size="full" ids="18456,18464,18465,18463,18455"]The bike sits on an all-new chassis. It uses a new diamond-type single downtube frame with the engine as a stressed member. The suspension setup comprises 37mm forks up front and a 7-step adjustable mono-shock at the rear. Braking duties are carried out by petal-type discs at both ends with a single-channel ABS as standard. Ground clearance of the motorcycle is 165mm.The new Hero Xtreme 160R rivals the likes of TVS Apache RTR 1604 4V, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 ABS, Yamaha MT-15, Suzuki Gixxer, etc.