Creating a buzz in the two-wheeler market,the Hero Xoom 160 is going to be launched soon in India. Experts speculate that it will hit the market in this very month, March. However, Hero MotoCorp has not provided any official confirmation on this yet. This model marks the company’s first maxi scooter. Now let’s delve into the details of the model before its launch.
Hero Xoom 160: Styling
Hero has infused adventure styling into the Xoom 160. The front apron features a long windscreen for a sleek appearance. Additionally, there’s a pair of LED headlights upfront, resembling a beak design under the adventure bike’s style. From the looks, the Xoom 160 is a complete maxi scooter with a central spine. The design on both sides also reflects maxi styling.
Hero Xoom 160: Features
Expectations suggest that the Xoom 160 will come as Hero’s flagship model. It will include features such as Bluetooth connectivity, a digital instrument cluster, and turn-by-turn navigation. Additionally, it will have keyless ignition, a fuel tank under the central spine, LED headlights, and DRL.
Hero Xoom 160: Hardware
Equipped with a telescopic front fork and twin shock absorbers in the underbone chassis, the Xoom 160 weighs 141 kg with 14-inch block-pattern tires. It features front disc and rear drum brakes with ABS.
Hero Xoom 160: Engine
Hero has developed a new liquid-cooled engine for the Xoom 160, a 156cc single-cylinder motor producing a maximum power of 14 bhp at 8,000 RPM and 13.7 Nm of torque at 6,500 RPM. The mill is paired with a CVT transmission. In terms of power,it falls slightly behind Yamaha Aerox 155
Hero Xoom 160: Launch and Price
The Hero Xoom 160 is expected to be launched in the Indian market in the coming weeks.Speculations suggest that it will be priced at around Rs.1.3 lakhs (ex-showroom). After launch, It will compete against the existing models like Aprilia SXR 160, Yamaha Aerox 155, and the upcoming Yamaha Nmax 155.
