At a Glance
Key differences that define each motorcycle
Yamaha FZ-FI
- 149 cc Air-Cooled, 2-valve
- 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
- 49.3 km/l (ARAI)
- 13-litre tank
- 1 variant available
- Bluetooth / Y-Connect standard
Hero Xtreme 160R
- 163.2 cc Air-Cooled, 2-valve
- 14.79 bhp @ 8500 rpm
- 49.65 km/l (ARAI)
- 12-litre tank
- 1 variant available
- 5-year / 70,000 km warranty
Full Specification Comparison
Every number that matters — side by side
| Specification | Yamaha FZ-FI | Hero Xtreme 160R |
|---|---|---|
| Engine & Performance | ||
| Displacement | 149 cc | 163.2 cc |
| Cooling System | Air-Cooled | Air-Cooled |
| Max Power | 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm | 14.79 bhp @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm | 14 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 2 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6 : 1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Bore × Stroke | 57.3 × 57.9 mm | 57.3 × 63.3 mm |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 / OBD2B |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 115 km/h | 107 km/h |
| Riding Modes | No | No |
| Traction Control | No | No |
| Fuel & Range | ||
| Mileage (ARAI) | 49.3 km/l | 49.65 km/l |
| Mileage (Real-world) | 45–50 km/l | 45–50 km/l |
| Fuel Tank | 13 litres | 12 litres |
| Reserve Capacity | 2 litres | 1.9 litres |
| Riding Range | ~640 km | ~596 km |
| Brakes & Wheels | ||
| Braking System | Single Channel ABS | Single Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc – 282 mm | Disc – 276 mm |
| Rear Brake | Disc – 220 mm | Drum – 130 mm |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Tyre Size (F / R) | 100/80-17 / 140/60-17 | 100/80-17 / 130/70-17 |
| Rear Tyre Width | 140 mm | 130 mm |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
| Suspension & Chassis | ||
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Fork | Telescopic Fork |
| Rear Suspension | 7-Step Adjustable Monocross | 7-Step Adjustable Monoshock |
| Chassis | Diamond Frame | Tubular Diamond Frame |
| Rear Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Kerb Weight | 135 kg | 138.5 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 165 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1330 mm | 1327 mm |
| Overall L × W × H | 1990 × 780 × 1080 mm | 2029 × 793 × 1052 mm |
| Features & Electronics | ||
| Instrument Console | Fully Digital LCD | Fully Digital LCD |
| Headlight | LED | LED |
| DRLs | Yes | Yes |
| Turn Signals | Halogen | LED |
| Hazard Warning Lights | No | Yes |
| Riding Modes | No | No |
| Traction Control | No | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes (Y-Connect) | No |
| Call & SMS Alerts | Yes | No |
| USB Charging Port | No | No |
| Distance to Empty | Yes | No |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | No |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
| Keyless Ignition | No | No |
| Price & Warranty | ||
| Starting Price (ex-showroom) | ₹1,09,924 | ₹1,05,667 |
| Number of Variants | 1 | 1 |
| Standard Warranty | 2 Years / 30,000 km | 5 Years / 70,000 km |
★ Green highlights indicate the stronger value in each row. Prices are ex-showroom India averages and may vary by city.
Variant-wise Price Comparison
All variants laid out — find the right one for your budget
Yamaha FZ-FI Variants
Hero Xtreme 160R Variants
Pros & Cons
Honest strengths and weaknesses of each bike
Pros
- Rear disc brake (220 mm) standard — no rear drum
- Bluetooth connectivity with Y-Connect app on all variants
- Call & SMS alerts via smartphone integration
- Wider 140/60-17 rear tyre for better stability and grip
- Gear indicator standard
- Distance to empty indicator
- Larger 13-litre fuel tank for longer range (~640 km)
- Lighter at 135 kg vs 138.5 kg
- Higher top speed (~115 km/h vs 107 km/h)
- Yamaha's renowned engine refinement and smoothness
Cons
- Higher price (₹1,09,924 vs ₹1,05,667)
- Smaller 149 cc engine — less power (12.4 PS vs 14.79 bhp)
- Less torque (13.3 Nm vs 14 Nm)
- No hazard warning lights
- Halogen turn indicators instead of LED
- Much shorter 2-year / 30,000 km warranty
- No USB charging port
Pros
- Lower price — starts ₹4,257 cheaper at ₹1,05,667
- More powerful 163.2 cc engine — 14.79 bhp vs 12.4 PS
- More torque (14 Nm vs 13.3 Nm)
- LED turn indicators standard
- Hazard warning lights standard
- Outstanding 5-year / 70,000 km warranty
- Sporty streetfighter styling with sharp tank extensions
- Hero's extensive service network across India
- Marginally better ARAI mileage (49.65 vs 49.3 km/l)
Cons
- Rear drum brake — no disc option
- No Bluetooth or smartphone connectivity
- No gear indicator
- No distance to empty indicator
- Narrower 130 mm rear tyre vs 140 mm on FZ-FI
- Smaller 12-litre tank — shorter range (~596 km)
- Lower top speed (107 km/h vs 115 km/h)
- No USB charging port
Key Differences Explained
What really sets these two bikes apart
Engine & Performance
The Hero Xtreme 160R has a meaningful power advantage with its 163.2 cc engine producing 14.79 bhp versus the Yamaha FZ-FI's 149 cc engine producing 12.4 PS — approximately 2.4 PS more. The Xtreme also has slightly more torque (14 Nm vs 13.3 Nm) and a higher top speed. However, the FZ-FI's engine peaks its torque at a lower 5500 rpm compared to 6500 rpm for the Xtreme, giving it a smoother feel at everyday city speeds.
Fuel Efficiency & Range
Both bikes are extremely close on mileage — 49.3 km/l (FZ-FI) versus 49.65 km/l (Xtreme 160R), a difference of just 0.35 km/l. Real-world figures are comparable at 45–50 km/l for both. The Yamaha's larger 13-litre tank, however, gives it a theoretical range of ~640 km versus ~596 km for the Xtreme's 12-litre unit — an advantage of ~44 km per fill.
Braking & Safety
The Yamaha FZ-FI holds a clear hardware advantage: it comes with a rear disc brake (220 mm) while the Hero Xtreme 160R uses a basic 130 mm rear drum brake. The FZ-FI also has a marginally larger 282 mm front disc versus the Xtreme's 276 mm unit. Both bikes offer single-channel ABS. The rear disc on the FZ-FI provides more consistent stopping power in all conditions compared to the Xtreme's drum setup.
Connectivity & Features
The Yamaha FZ-FI leads decisively on connectivity: Bluetooth via the Y-Connect app, call and SMS alerts, distance to empty, and a gear indicator all come standard. The Hero Xtreme 160R has no Bluetooth, no call alerts, no gear indicator and no distance to empty. The Xtreme counters with LED turn indicators and hazard warning lights — both absent on the FZ-FI which uses halogen indicators.
Price & Value
The Hero Xtreme 160R starts ₹4,257 cheaper at ₹1,05,667 versus the Yamaha FZ-FI's ₹1,09,924. For budget-conscious buyers, the Xtreme delivers more engine displacement and power for less money. The FZ-FI justifies its higher price with a rear disc brake and Bluetooth connectivity — both meaningful upgrades over the Xtreme.
Warranty & Ownership
The warranty difference here is dramatic. The Hero Xtreme 160R offers an outstanding 5-year / 70,000 km warranty while the Yamaha FZ-FI offers only 2 years / 30,000 km — less than half the coverage in both time and distance. For high-mileage commuters clocking 15,000–20,000 km per year, the Xtreme's warranty provides protection for 3–4 years of heavy riding, while the FZ-FI's warranty may expire in under 2 years.
Expert Verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
Buy the Yamaha FZ-FI if…
- Bluetooth connectivity and Y-Connect app are important to you
- A rear disc brake is a priority over a rear drum
- You want a wider 140 mm rear tyre for better stability
- Gear indicator and distance to empty are useful features
- You prefer Yamaha's engine refinement and ride quality
- A longer ~640 km riding range from the 13-litre tank suits you
- Slightly lighter 135 kg weight matters for city riding
Buy the Hero Xtreme 160R if…
- Budget is the priority — starts ₹4,257 cheaper
- You want more engine power (14.79 bhp vs 12.4 PS)
- The superior 5-year / 70,000 km warranty is crucial
- LED turn indicators and hazard warning lights matter
- You prefer sporty streetfighter styling
- Bluetooth connectivity is not important to you
- Hero's extensive service network suits your location
Overall Winner: Hero Xtreme 160R — but closely contested. The Hero Xtreme 160R edges ahead with a lower starting price (₹1,05,667 vs ₹1,09,924), more engine displacement and power (14.79 bhp from 163.2 cc vs 12.4 PS from 149 cc), LED turn indicators, hazard warning lights and a dramatically superior 5-year / 70,000 km warranty versus Yamaha's modest 2-year / 30,000 km coverage. However, the Yamaha FZ-FI fights back meaningfully with a rear disc brake (vs rear drum on the Xtreme), Bluetooth connectivity, a wider rear tyre, gear indicator and distance to empty. If connectivity and rear disc braking matter to you, the FZ-FI is worth the ₹4,257 premium. For most practical buyers prioritising value, power and long-term warranty protection, the Hero Xtreme 160R is the stronger choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions answered by our experts
The Hero Xtreme 160R is better for most budget-conscious buyers — it's ₹4,257 cheaper, has more power (14.79 bhp from 163.2 cc), LED turn indicators, hazard warning lights and a vastly superior 5-year / 70,000 km warranty. The Yamaha FZ-FI is better if rear disc braking, Bluetooth connectivity, a wider rear tyre and Yamaha's engine refinement are priorities, and you don't mind paying ₹4,257 more.
The Hero Xtreme 160R starts at ₹1,05,667 while the Yamaha FZ-FI is priced at ₹1,09,924 — a difference of ₹4,257 in favour of the Hero. Both motorcycles are available in single variants only. Prices are ex-showroom India averages and may vary by city.
The two bikes are nearly identical on ARAI mileage — the Hero Xtreme 160R marginally leads at 49.65 km/l versus the Yamaha FZ-FI's 49.3 km/l, a difference of only 0.35 km/l. Real-world mileage is also similar at 45–50 km/l for both. However, the Yamaha's larger 13-litre tank versus the Hero's 12-litre unit gives the FZ-FI a longer theoretical range of ~640 km against ~596 km for the Xtreme.
The Hero Xtreme 160R makes more power at 14.79 bhp @ 8500 rpm compared to the Yamaha FZ-FI's 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm — a gap of approximately 2.4 PS from a larger 163.2 cc engine versus the Yamaha's 149 cc unit. The Xtreme also produces more torque at 14 Nm @ 6500 rpm versus 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm for the FZ-FI.
Yes, the Yamaha FZ-FI comes with Bluetooth connectivity via Yamaha's Y-Connect smartphone application as standard on its sole variant. This enables call and SMS alerts, trip information and more. The Hero Xtreme 160R has no Bluetooth connectivity on its single available variant.
The Hero Xtreme 160R has a dramatically better warranty at 5 years / 70,000 km compared to the Yamaha FZ-FI's 2 years / 30,000 km. That is 2.5 times more years and more than double the kilometre coverage. For daily commuters clocking 15,000–20,000 km per year, the Hero's warranty is one of the most compelling reasons to choose the Xtreme 160R over the FZ-FI.