2026 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V Launched at ₹1.27 Lakh With Cruise Control

Indian Motorcycle maker Hero MotoCorp has launched the updated version of the Xtreme 160R 4V for the 2026 model year in India. The motorcycle receives revised styling, updated instrumentation and additional electronic features, while retaining its 164.32cc engine.

Hero MotoCorp offers the updated 2026 range of the Xtreme 160R 4V in three variants: Standard, Pro and Carbon, each variant catering to buyers of different price brackets.

What are the key changes to the 2026 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V?

For 2026, the updated Xtreme 160R 4V receives revised bodywork, a sharper overall design and new colour options. Hero MotoCorp has also revised the instrument cluster and introduced a new set of electronic packages on the higher variants.

The electronics package includes: ride-by-wire throttle control, three riding modes and cruise control on the Pro and Carbon variants. The Carbon variant also gets a colour TFT instrument console with smartphone connectivity and navigation functions. The Standard and Pro variants retain an LCD instrument console, while the Standard also uses a mechanical throttle.

The TFT display on the Carbon variant offers information such as riding mode, gear position, shift advisory, cruise-control status, distance to empty and real-time fuel economy. Bluetooth connectivity adds call and message alerts, music controls, phone battery information and turn-by-turn navigation.

Has the design of the Hero Xtreme 160R 4V changed?

Yes, the 2026 Xtreme 160R 4V adopts Hero’s latest Cybersharp design philosophy, with sharper tank shrouds, revised body panels, and an overall muscular appearance.

The lighting package includes a D LED headlamp with a projector high beam and an ambient light sensor, H-shaped daytime running lights, an H-shaped LED tail lamp and full LED turn indicators.

The Standard variant is available in Firestorm Red and Pearl Black, while the Pro comes in Pro Red and Pro Black. The Carbon variant gets four colour options: Carbon Red, Carbon Black, Carbon Grey and Abrax Orange.

What engine does the 2026 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V use?

The 2026 Xtreme 160R 4V retains the same 164.32cc, single-cylinder, four-valve, oil-cooled engine paired with a five-speed gearbox. Peak power has increased slightly to 17.1hp at 8,750rpm, compared with 16.9hp in the earlier version.

What suspension and braking hardware does the 2026 model get?

The 2026 Xtreme 160R 4V’s suspension setup varies by variant. The Standard uses a conventional telescopic front fork, while the Pro and Carbon receive 37mm KYB upside-down front forks. All three variants use a rear monoshock, with preload adjustment available on the Pro and Carbon.

The braking hardware comprises a 276mm petal disc at the front and a 220mm disc at the rear. The standard variant comes only with single-channel ABS, whereas the Pro and Carbon come equipped with dual-channel ABS. The motorcycle also gets Panic Brake Alert, which warns following traffic during sudden, hard braking.

What is the price of the 2026 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V in India?

The 2026 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V is available in three variants, with introductory prices ranging from ₹1.27 lakh to ₹1.41 lakh (ex-showroom).