2026 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V, Xtreme 250R Launched With New Features and Colours

Quick Read - The updated Hero Xtreme 160R 4V starts at Rs 1.27 lakh, while the Xtreme 250R’s new top variant costs Rs 1.98 lakh. Both bikes get fresh colours and feature upgrades, with deliveries scheduled to begin on November 1, 2026.

Hero MotoCorp has launched updated versions of the Xtreme 160R 4V and Xtreme 250R for 2026. Both motorcycles get styling changes and additional equipment, with the Xtreme 250R receiving more extensive electronic upgrades.

All prices are introductory and ex-showroom Delhi.

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Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and Xtreme 250R: What's New?

Both motorcycles get fresh styling and new colours, but the feature upgrades differ. The Xtreme 160R 4V features sharper bodywork, revised tank shrouds, a redesigned fuel tank and updated LED lighting.

Its Standard, Pro and Carbon variants get different equipment levels. The Pro adds ride-by-wire, three riding modes, cruise control, a 37mm KYB upside-down front fork and dual-channel ABS. The top Carbon variant gets a colour TFT display with smartphone connectivity and navigation, while the Standard and Pro use an LCD console.

The Xtreme 250R gets carbon-fibre-style hydro-dipped panels, gold-finished front forks, revised graphics, coloured wheels and other fit-and-finish improvements.

Its new equipment includes a 4.2-inch TFT display, traction control, four riding modes, cruise control, a tyre pressure monitoring system and a bi-directional quickshifter. It also gets a rear monoshock with Frequency Selective Damping (FSD), while the 43mm upside-down front fork remains unchanged.

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Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and Xtreme 250R Specifications

Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and Xtreme 250R Bookings and Delivery

Bookings for both updated motorcycles open on October 17, 2026, with deliveries scheduled to begin on November 1. The Xtreme 160R 4V will be available through regular Hero MotoCorp dealerships and Hero Premia outlets, while the Xtreme 250R Carbon will be sold exclusively through Hero Premia dealerships.

Rivals

The Hero Xtreme 160R 4V competes with the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. The Xtreme 250R Carbon targets buyers in the 250cc street-naked segment, including those considering the KTM 250 Duke, which is priced at Rs 2.28 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi.

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