Aprilia SR 160 vs Bajaj Chetak

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

Bajaj Chetak price starts at Rs. 1.19 Lakh, which is Rs. 144 cheaper than the base variant of Aprilia SR 160, priced at Rs. 1.19 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the SR 160 returns a claimed 35 kmpl, while the Chetak offers a claimed 131 km/charge. On the performance front, the SR 160 uses a 160.03cc engine producing 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm and the Chetak a 3Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the SR 160 and Chetak, the Chetak is the better pick for affordability.

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SR 160 vs Chetak Comparison Summary

Specification Aprilia SR 160Bajaj Chetak
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.19 LakhRs. 1.19 Lakh
Mileage / Range 35 kmpl131 km/charge
Engine / Battery 160.03 cc3 Kwh
Max power / Motor 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight 118 KgNot Available

SR 160 vs Chetak Key Highlights

Basic Info Aprilia SR 160 STDBajaj Chetak C3001
Rating
77 reviews
29 reviews
Brand Name Aprilia Bajaj
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve Not Available
Max Power 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Colors
Aprilia SR 160 Colors
Bajaj Chetak Colors
Braking Type Not Available Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-355.6 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range Not Available 131 km/charge
ABS Single Channel Not Available
Starting Kick and Self Start Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 2.86/km Rs. 0.15/km
EMI
Rs. 3,440 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 10,698 SR 160 Insurance Rs. 4,365 Chetak Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
3
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
90 kmph
70 km/Hr
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Engine Type
Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve
Not Available
Engine Displacement
160.03 cc
Not Available
Gear Box
CVT
Not Available
No. Of Batteries
Not Available
1
Max Power
11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
13.44 Nm @ 5300 rpm
Not Available
Bore
58 mm
Not Available
Stroke
60.6 mm
Not Available
Number Of Cylinders
1
Not Available
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Hub Motor
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Ignition
Electronic EMS
Not Available
Compression Ratio
8.8:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Combi Brake System

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
Not Available
Scooter Speed
Not Available
high
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Front fork with 30 mm inner tube
Single Sided Leading Link
Suspension-Rear
Mono shock absorber
Monoshock

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
2.0 kg/cm2 / 29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
2.2 kg/cm2 / 32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-14, Rear :- 120/70-14
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/100-12
Wheel Size
Front :-355.6 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
780 mm
775 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.2 L
Not Available
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
Yes
Engine Oil Capacity
800 ml
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1985*806*1261 mm3
1914*725*1142 mm3
Wheelbase
1365 mm
1355 mm
Length
1985 mm
1914 mm
Ground Clearance
169 mm
168 mm
Height
1261 mm
1142 mm
Width
806 mm
725 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6 L
Not Available
Kerb Weight
118 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
220 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
140 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Li-ion
Motor Type
Not Available
BLDC
Claimed range
Not Available
131 km/charge
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Range
Not Available
131 km/charge
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Not Available
Yes
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
3 Kwh
Charging Time(0-80%)
Not Available
2 Hrs 55 Min
Seat Opening Switch
Not Available
Yes
Boot Light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular chassis with open single cradle
Steel Body
Digital Display Type
LCD Connectivity
Monochrome LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Eco,Sport
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Self Cancelling Blinkers, Guide Me Home Lights
ABS Type
Single Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Steel
Reverse Assist
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Not Available
Electric Scooters
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
11 L
35 L
Charger Output
Not Available
750 W
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
250-750 Kms/15-30 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
2500-3000 Kms/75-90 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
5500-6000 Kms/165-180 Days
Not Available
4th Service
8500-9000 Kms
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 60,000 Km
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
60000
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Aprilia SR 160
  • Updated motor offers more performance than before
  • Fuel-injection makes for a smoother motor
  • Best handling scooter in the country
Bajaj Chetak
  • Large 35-litre underseat storage
  • Touch enabled TFT console with touch screen sensitivity adjustment
  • New battery pack with better range
Aprilia SR 160
  • Lacks features
  • Ride quality is still too stiff
Bajaj Chetak
  • Doesn’t get fast charging
  • Design remains unchanged and fails to stand out
  • TecPac needed to unlock full set of features
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Aprilia SR 160 Vs Bajaj Chetak FAQs

Which bike is best between Aprilia SR 160 vs Bajaj Chetak?
As per the users experiences Aprilia SR 160 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Bajaj Chetak is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Aprilia SR 160 vs Bajaj Chetak?
The Bajaj Chetak is cheaper than Aprilia SR 160 by ₹144.
Which bike offers better performance Aprilia SR 160 vs Bajaj Chetak?
As per the users experiences the Aprilia SR 160 has better performance.

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