Aprilia SXR 160 vs Hero Electric Photon

Aprilia SXR 160 Price starts at Rs. 1.44 Lakh which is Rs. 33,538 costlier than base model of Hero Electric Photon priced at Rs. 1.10 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Aprilia SXR 160 is 35 kmpl. In technical specifications, Aprilia SXR 160 is powered by 160.03 cc engine. Aprilia SXR 160 is available in 4 different colours while Hero Electric Photon comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Aprilia SXR 160 vs Hero Electric Photon can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

SXR 160 vs Photon

Key Highlights SXR 160 STDPhoton LP
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve ...
Max Power 11.09 PS @ 7200 rpm ...
Top Speed 93 kmph 45 km/Hr
Range ... 90 km/charge
Charging Time ... 5 Hr

SXR 160 vs Photon Key Highlights

Basic Info Aprilia SXR 160 STDHero Electric Photon LP
Rating
59 reviews
38 reviews
Brand Name Aprilia Hero Electric
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.44 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.10 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve ...
Max Power 11.09 PS @ 7200 rpm ...
Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Colors
Aprilia SXR 160 Colors
Hero Electric Photon Colors
Brakes Front Disc Drum
Brakes Rear Drum Drum
Braking Type Combi Brake System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm, Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-254 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Steel
Range ... 90 km/charge
Charging Time ... 5 Hr
ABS Single Channel no
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 2.86/km Rs. 0.14/km
EMI
Rs. 4,161 @ 9.45% (36 months)
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Insurance Rs. 11,119 SXR 160 Insurance Rs. 4,445 Photon Insurance
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Engine Type
Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve
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Engine Displacement
160.03 cc
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Max Power
11.09 PS @ 7200 rpm
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Max Torque
12.13 Nm @ 5400 rpm
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Emission Type
bs6-2.0
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Bore
58 mm
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Stroke
60.6 mm
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No Of Cylinders
1
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Drive Type
Belt Drive
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Valve Per Cylinder
3
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Ignition
Electronic EMS
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Compression Ratio
8.8:1
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Brakes Front
Disc
Drum
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Combi Brake System

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
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Top Speed
93 kmph
45 km/Hr

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-12, Rear :- 120/70-12
Front :-3.00-10 Rear :-3.00-10
Peak Power
11.09 PS @ 7200 rpm
...
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm, Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-254 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Steel
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
1.8 /2 / 26 psi
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Length*Width*Height
1963*803*1205 mm3
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Wheelbase
1361 mm
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Length
1963 mm
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Ground Clearance
...
130 mm
Height
1205 mm
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Width
803 mm
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Fuel Capacity
7 Liters
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Kerb Weight
129 Kg
116 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Diameter
220 mm
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Rear Brake Diameter
140 mm
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Battery Type
Lead Acid
Li-ion
Additional Features
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Aerodynamic Style, PC Head Lamp, Charge(IP 65 Fan cooled )12v * 6, Regenerative Braking
Claimed range
...
90 km/charge
USB charging port
...
Range
...
90 km/charge
Headlight
LED
Bulb
Charging at Home
...
Battery Capacity
...
1.87 Kwh
Charging at Charging Station
...
Charging Time
...
5 Hr
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Bulb

Frame
Tubular chassis with open single cradle
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ABS
Single Channel
no
Body Type
...
Electric Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
...
Charging Point
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Techometer
Digital
...
Clock
...
Low Battery Indicator
...
Stepup Seat
...
With Long Seat
Passenger Footrest
Passenger Backrest
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Carry hook
...
Underseat storage
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
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Anti Theft Alarm
...
Odometer
Digital
...
Service Due Indicator
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
60000
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Aprilia SXR 160
  • Striking maxi-scooter styling; Smooth and responsive performance; Great overall high-speed stability
Hero Electric Photon
  • Good e-bike with practical usable power
Aprilia SXR 160
  • Stiff suspension setup leads to uncomfortable riding experience; Brake lever feel could have been better; Not much comfort and space for a maxi-scooter
Hero Electric Photon
  • Price
  • range
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Aprilia SRX 125 vs Aprilia SRX 160 which one is best for daily commuting monthly usage 200km?
  • Both are good in their forte. Aprilia SXR 125 is a feature-rich scooter and comes with a digital instrument cluster, LED illumination, alloy wheels, USB port, combined braking system, etc. If you were wowed by the Aprilia SXR 160’s Italian flair but dejected by its hefty price tag, then the SXR 125 could be an ideal pick. Arguably, the SXR grabs. On the other hand, Aprilia SXR 160 if you want something that is big, comfy and feature-loaded, you could save a huge chunk of money and get the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 instead. The only reason why you would want to get this scooter then is to have an Aprilia in your garage--and even then it isn’t the most cost-conscious way to go about it. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. What difference between photon hx and photon lp
  • Hero Electric Photon is available in a single variant: Photon HX. The electric scooter is powered by a 72V / 26Ah battery that offers a claimed range of 108 km in a single charge. The top speed of Photon HX is capped at 45 kmph. Hero Electric Photon is priced at Rs. 71,440 (ex-showroom). For more details, you may get in touch with the nearest authorized dealer in your city. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Difference bw Photon LI and LP ?
  • There is not much difference. Powering the Hero Electric Photon is a BLDC hub motor. On the 72 Li version, you get a 1kW motor with a peak power of 1.5kW. The LP trim gets a larger 1.2kW motor that has a peak power of 1.8kW. Both variants offer the same top speed of 45kmph. Both models get different battery sizes. The more affordable one gets two 28Ah battery packs. This gives the scooter a maximum range of 110km in economy mode and 80km in power mode. The other variant gets just a single 26Ah battery pack, giving the scooter a range of 80km. Underpinnings on both versions of the Photon remain the same. The Photon electric scooter runs on 10-inch alloy rims. It is the only scooter in Hero Electric’s current lineup that gets a front disc brake as standard. Suspension duties are handled by a telescopic fork and twin shocks. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Aprilia SXR 160 Vs Hero Electric Photon FAQs

Which bike is best between Aprilia SXR 160 vs Hero Electric Photon?
Aprilia SXR 160 has out rated Hero Electric Photon on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Aprilia SXR 160 vs Hero Electric Photon?
The Hero Electric Photon is cheaper than Aprilia SXR 160 by Rs. 33,538.
Which bike offers better performance Aprilia SXR 160 vs Hero Electric Photon?
As per the users experiences the Aprilia SXR 160 has better performance.

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