Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Honda SP160

Last Updated: October 31, 2026

Honda SP160 price starts at Rs. 1.18 Lakh, which is Rs. 16.87 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Harley-Davidson Sportster S, priced at Rs. 18.05 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Sportster S offers a claimed 19.6 kmpl, while the SP160 delivers 50 kmpl. On the performance front, the Sportster S uses a 1252cc engine producing 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm and the SP160 a 162.71cc engine producing 13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Sportster S and SP160, the SP160 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Sportster S stands out for performance.

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Sportster S vs SP160 Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson Sportster SHonda SP160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 18.05 LakhRs. 1.18 Lakh
Mileage 19.6 kmpl50 kmpl
Engine 1252 cc162.71 cc
Max power 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 228 Kg138 Kg

Sportster S vs SP160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Harley-Davidson Sportster S STDHonda SP160 Single Disc
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 18.05 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.18 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution™ Max 1250T 4 Storke, SI Engine
Max Power 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm 13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Sportster S Colors
Honda SP160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 49,420 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,401 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 46,165 Sportster S Insurance Rs. 11,055 SP160 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
110 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Revolution™ Max 1250T
4 Storke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
1252 cc
162.71 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
14.8 Nm @ 5250 rpm
Bore
105 mm
57.30 mm
Stroke
72.3 mm
63.09 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
10.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
4 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
19.6 kmpl
50 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Monoshock

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-160/70-17, Rear :- 180/70-16
Front :-80/100-17, Rear :-130/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Dunlop
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
221 kg
Not Available
Seat height
765 mm
796 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.7 L
1.9 L
Seat Length
Not Available
594 mm
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2270*840*1089 mm3
2061*786*1100 mm3
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1347 mm
Length
2270 mm
2061 mm
Ground Clearance
90 mm
177 mm
Height
1089 mm
1100 mm
Width
840 mm
786 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
228 Kg
138 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
276 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
130 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 12AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
Diamond
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Wheel Lift Mitigation, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System, Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Enhanced Lift Mitigation
Honda RoadSync
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Navigation Type
Not Available
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
3 Years or 42,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
42000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda SP160
  • The new instrument console has a lot of features on offer
  • The engine is very refined and offers a smooth riding experience
  • Sharp and aggressive tank extensions give the bike an overall sporty look
Honda SP160
  • Design and style has remained the same over the years
  • Doesn’t offer the exciting performance you would expect from a 160cc
  • Doesn’t manage to visually distinguish itself from the lower capacity SP 125
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Harley-Davidson Sportster S Vs Honda SP160 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Honda SP160?
The Honda SP160 is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Sportster S by ₹16.87 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Honda SP160?
For the STD version, 1252 cc Petrol engine of Sportster S produces 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Single Disc version, 162.71 cc Petrol engine of SP160 produces 13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 14.8 Nm @ 5250 rpm of torque

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