Bajaj Freedom 125 vs Hero Xtreme 160R

Hero Xtreme 160R Price starts at Rs. 1.11 Lakh which is Rs. 21,614 costlier than base model of Bajaj Freedom 125 priced at Rs. 89,997. In technical specifications, Hero Xtreme 160R is powered by 163.2 cc engine. Bajaj Freedom 125 is available in 7 different colours while Hero Xtreme 160R comes with 1 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Freedom 125 vs Hero Xtreme 160R can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Freedom 125 vs Xtreme 160R

Key Highlights Freedom 125 NG04 DrumXtreme 160R Single Disc
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air cooled 4 stroke, Air Cooled, 2 Valve
Max Power 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm 15 PS @ 8500 rpm

Freedom 125 vs Xtreme 160R Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 DrumHero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R Single Disc
Rating
98 reviews
221 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero Moto Corp
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 89,997 Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.11 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air cooled 4 stroke, Air Cooled, 2 Valve
Max Power 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm 15 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type ... Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Freedom 125 Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R Colors
Brakes Front Drum Disc
Brakes Rear Drum Drum
Braking Type Combi Brake System ...
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 ... Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,690 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,215 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,461 Freedom 125 Insurance Rs. 10,567 Xtreme 160R Insurance
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Engine Type
4 Stroke, Air cooled
4 stroke, Air Cooled, 2 Valve
Engine Displacement
124.58 cc
163.2 cc
Max Power
9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm
15 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
9.7 Nm @ 5000 rpm
14 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
2
Fuel Type
...
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
...

Brakes Front
Drum
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
...

Mileage (Overall)
65 kmpl
46 kmpl
Top Speed
93 kmph
115 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-80/90-17 Rear :-80/100-16
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :- 130/70-17
Peak Power
9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm
15 PS @ 8500 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
825 mm
790 mm
Length*Width*Height
...
2029*793*1052 mm3
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1327 mm
Length
...
2029 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
167 mm
Height
...
1052 mm
Width
...
793 mm
Fuel Capacity
CNG - 2 kg + Petrol - 2 l
12 Liters
Kerb Weight
147.8 Kg
139.5 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Saddle Height
825 mm
790 mm
Front Brake Diameter
130 mm
276 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
110 mm
130 mm

Additional Features
Fuel Type - CNG and Petrol, Range - 330 km (CNG - 200 km + Petrol - 130 km), Top Speed - 90.5 kmph with CNG and 93.4 kmph with Petrol, Throttle Control
...
Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
LED

Frame
...
Tubular Underbone Diamond Type
ABS
...
Single Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
...
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
...
Digital
Clock
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
DRLs

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Freedom 125
  • It gets unique styling resembling a supermoto which makes it stand apart
  • The engine is very refined and tractable for city commuting
  • Can switch between petrol and CNG modes on the go
Hero Xtreme 160R
  • Great ride and handling
  • Sporty design
  • Good and comfortable riding ergonomics
Bajaj Freedom 125
  • We would have liked to see a larger fuel tank as its capacity is only 2 litres
  • A seat height of 825mm makes it a tall motorcycle for shorter riders
  • The braking setup could have been better
Hero Xtreme 160R
  • Less mileage compared to other 160cc motorcycles
  • Performance could have been better
  • Offers nothing special to standout in the segment

Is Hero Xtreme 160R Better Than Bajaj Freedom 125?

100% users have chosen Hero Xtreme 160R over Bajaj Freedom 125 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 844 users have also rated Hero Xtreme 160R and Bajaj Freedom 125 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Bajaj Freedom 125 has out rated Hero Xtreme 160R on all the rating factors.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Freedom 125 Xtreme 160R
Mileage 4.1 4.6
Performance 4.2 4.5
Comfort 4.1 4.7
Maintenance 4.0 4.5
Features 4.2 4.7
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Hero Xtreme 160R Comparison with Similar Bikes

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which bike is good, Xtreme 160R or Pulsar NS 160?
  • 160R
  • Both the bikes are good in their forte. The Xtreme 160R is the most exciting motorcycle to come out of the stables of Hero MotoCorp in the recent past. It has the styling, performance, and dynamics to take on the competition. However, its pricing will be crucial to make an impact on the segment. Whereas, while the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 BS6 might not have many tangible features to justify the price hike due to BS6 norms, it more than makes up for it with raw performance. In fact, it is the most powerful motorcycle in its segment, making it ideal for enthusiasts who prioritise performance over anything else. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which is the best variant?
  • The Hero Xtreme 160R is now available in four variants: single disc, double disc, 100 Million and Stealth Edition. While the first two variants are available in Pearl Silver White, Vibrant Blue and Sports Red the 100 Million Limited Edition is available in a unique red-white-and-black combo livery. The top-spec Stealth Edition comes in Matte Black. Selecting one would depend on your personal preference of styling. We would suggest you to visit the nearest authorized dealer in your city and take a test ride for a better understanding. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read More: - Hero Xtreme 160R Goes Stealth Mode
Q. Which bike is best, Hero Xtreme 160R or Apache RTR 160 4V?
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The Xtreme 160R is the most exciting motorcycle to come out of the stables of Hero MotoCorp in the recent past. It has the styling, performance, and dynamics to take on the competition. Hero Xtreme 160R is powered by a 163 cc engine. This Xtreme 160R engine generates a power of 15.22 PS @ 8500 rpm and a torque of 14 Nm @ 6500 rpm. On the other hand, The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has been the benchmark when it comes to 160cc motorcycles. With the BS6-compliant iteration, TVS has made sure it is still as sprightly, with the '21 update making it the most powerful bike in the 160cc sporty commuter class. TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is powered by a 159.7 cc engine. This Apache 160 4V engine generates a power of 17.63 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 14.73 Nm @ 7250 rpm. 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.

Bajaj Freedom 125 Vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Freedom 125 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R?
Bajaj Freedom 125 has out rated Hero Xtreme 160R on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Freedom 125 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R?
The Bajaj Freedom 125 is cheaper than Hero Xtreme 160R by Rs. 21,614.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Freedom 125 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R?
For the NG04 Drum version, 124.58 cc engine of Freedom 125 produces 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 9.7 Nm @ 5000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Single Disc version, 163.2 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 160R produces 15 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 14 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Freedom 125 has better performance.

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