Have you ever wished your daily ride felt smoother and more effortless on long stretches? If yes, Hero has just launched something that might catch your attention. The new Hero Xtreme 160R 4V with Cruise Control, priced at ₹1.34 lakh, brings a premium touring feature to the 160cc segment for the first time in India.
In this blog, you’ll discover what’s new in this variant, how cruise control actually helps in real riding, and whether this upgrade offers genuine value compared to rivals. I’ll break down its features, performance feel, and first impressions in simple, easy-to-understand language.
By the end, you’ll clearly know if the Hero Xtreme 160R 4V Cruise Control variant is the right pick for your next bike.
Key Features & Tech: What Makes It Special
The headline is clear: the Hero Xtreme 160R 4V With Cruise Control gets a ride-by-wire system that enables cruise control. This is the first time a 160cc bike in India has this feature. Here are the important tech highlights I noted:
- Ride-by-wire throttle enabling cruise control and three riding modes: Rain, Road, Sport.
- Full-color LCD instrument cluster (shared with the Xtreme 250R) with new functions like a drag-race timer, 0–60 km/h timer and quarter-mile timer.
- Updated switchgear to control modes and cruise functions from the handlebars.
- Dual-channel ABS and KYB USD front forks with a monoshock at the rear for a more premium ride feel.
What this means for you: cruise control will help on long highway runs. The ride modes let you tune throttle response for wet roads or more aggressive throttle in Sport mode.
Performance, Ride & Comfort
Mechanically, Hero kept the proven package. The engine remains a 163.2cc air/oil-cooled, 4-valve single. Here are the key performance numbers you should know:
- Power: ~16.9 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
- Torque: 14.6 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
- Transmission: 5-speed gearbox
- Claimed 0–60 km/h: ~4.5 seconds
I rode a short loop and found the bike feels very similar to the standard 4V mechanically. The ride-by-wire mainly changes how smooth and consistent the throttle is. In Road mode the bike is easy to ride in traffic. Switch to Sport and the throttle response is sharper. On a recent real-world test, the cruise control held speed well at 80–90 km/h on a national highway, which made a 60 km stretch feel less tiring.
Design & Visuals
Hero gave the new variant a slightly fresher look. The LED headlight is revised and clearly inspired by the Xtreme 250R. The new top trim also brings a special color called the “Combat Edition” matte-grey with neon highlights. That scheme gives a more aggressive, almost big-bike feel.
Other small cockpit upgrades — like the new switchgear and the larger full-color display — make the bike feel more modern. If you like a sporty look with practical ergonomics, the Xtreme 160R 4V Cruise Control hits that sweet spot.
How It Compares: Quick Spec Table vs Key Rivals
To help you decide, I made a short comparison with some close rivals: TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, KTM 160 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar N160. Note: cruise control is unique here for the 160cc class as of the November 2025 launch.
| Model | Engine (cc) | Power (bhp) | ABS | Cruise Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hero Xtreme 160R 4V (Cruise) | 163.2 | ~16.9 | Dual-channel | Yes |
| TVS Apache RTR 160 4V | 159.7 | ~17.8 | Dual-channel | No |
| KTM 160 Duke | 159 | ~16 | Dual-channel | No |
| Bajaj Pulsar N160 | 164.8 | ~16.4 | Dual-channel | No |
From the table you can see the Xtreme sits competitively on power and tech. Where it truly stands out is the cruise control and the modern instrument cluster — features rivals don’t offer right now in this segment.
Price, Availability & Who Should Buy
Hero launched the Xtreme 160R 4V Cruise Control variant at around ₹1.34 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). Some media reported the exact figure as ₹1,34,100. That’s roughly a ₹4,400–4,500 premium over the standard 4V model.
Availability: the launch happened on 26 Nov 2025 and Hero is positioning this as the top-end 160R 4V. Expect dealer availability in major cities soon after launch. If you want, I can pull Hero’s official spec/price page and dealer links for your city.
Who should consider this bike?
- If you do long highway runs often, the cruise control will make sense and pay off in comfort.
- If you want a modern cockpit with timers and a color display, this is a clear value add.
- If you’re chasing outright lap-time performance or minimal weight, rivals like the Apache or Duke might still be better options.
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Final Thoughts
Overall, I think the Hero Xtreme 160R 4V With Cruise Control is a smart and bold update. Hero has added real tech — ride-by-wire, cruise control, riding modes and a premium display — while keeping the proven engine and chassis. At a price of around ₹1.34 lakh and a small premium over the standard model, this variant pushes the 160cc segment forward.
If you value comfort on long rides and like the idea of modern digital features on a 160cc bike, this is worth a test ride. Would you like me to (a) collect Hero’s official spec/price page and dealer links, (b) create a detailed spec comparison with Apache/Duke/Pulsar, or (c) pull a photo/first-look gallery? Tell me which and I’ll get it for you.
