Hero Xtreme 250R vs KTM RC 160

Last Updated: October 24, 2026

Hero Xtreme 250R price starts at Rs. 1.84 Lakh, which is Rs. 17,382 cheaper than the base variant of KTM RC 160, priced at Rs. 2.01 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Xtreme 250R offers a claimed 37 kmpl, while the RC 160 delivers 36 kmpl. On the performance front, the Xtreme 250R uses a 249.03cc engine producing 30 PS @ 9250 rpm and the RC 160 a 164.2cc engine producing 19 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Xtreme 250R and RC 160, the Xtreme 250R is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the RC 160 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Xtreme 250R vs RC 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Xtreme 250RKTM RC 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.84 LakhRs. 2.01 Lakh
Mileage 37 kmpl36 kmpl
Engine 249.03 cc164.2 cc
Max power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 167.7 Kg155 Kg

Xtreme 250R vs RC 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Xtreme 250R StandardKTM RC 160 STD
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Brand Name Hero KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.84 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.01 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R Colors
KTM RC 160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,301 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,514 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,784 Xtreme 250R Insurance Rs. 12,076 RC 160 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
118 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
249.03 cc
164.2 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
73 mm
66 mm
Stroke
59.5 mm
48 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Inductive
Compression Ratio
12:1
11.97:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
37 kmpl
36 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
0.12
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
WP APEX USD forks, 37 mm diameter, Travel - 130 mm
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
Canister Monoshock, 6 step Adjustable, Travel - 165 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17, , Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
148 kg
Seat height
806 mm
830 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
Not Available
305 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1.4 L
Length*Width*Height
2023*828*1062 mm3
1965*701*1150 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1347 mm
Length
2023 mm
1965 mm
Ground Clearance
167 mm
168 mm
Height
1062 mm
1150 mm
Width
828 mm
701 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
167.7 Kg
155 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular), (Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe)
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Off-Road,Super Moto
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Not Available
Split handle bar
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
750 kms/60 days
Not Available
2nd Service
6500 kms/240 days
Not Available
3rd Service
12500 kms/420 days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM RC 160
  • Sporty, race-focused styling
  • Powerful and high-revving engine
KTM RC 160
  • Narrow pillion seat
  • No traction control
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Hero Xtreme 250R Vs KTM RC 160 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Hero Xtreme 250R vs KTM RC 160?
The Hero Xtreme 250R is cheaper than KTM RC 160 by ₹17,382.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Xtreme 250R vs KTM RC 160?
For the Standard version, 249.03 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 250R produces 30 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 164.2 cc Petrol engine of RC 160 produces 19 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque

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