Hero Xtreme 160r vs Yamaha Fazer 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Hero Xtreme 160r vs Yamaha Fazer 250. Hero Xtreme 160r: 15.4 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 138 kg (curb/wet weight) weight, top speed Approximately 113 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Yamaha Fazer 250: 20 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 154 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Hero Xtreme 160r
Yamaha Fazer 250
Horsepower (hp)
15.4 hp
20 hp
Torque (Nm)
14 Nm
20.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
113 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
138 kg
154 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
15.4 hp @ 8,500 rpm
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
14 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
20.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
Approximately 113 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
135 km/h
Weight
138 kg (curb/wet weight)
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.5 L/100km or approximately 40 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Hero Xtreme 160r
7.0/10
"A capable commuter-sport bargain if you inspect it thoroughly first."
Pros
+USD forks, genuinely capable
+Punchy mid-range torque delivery
+Dual-disc braking confidence
Cons
−Electronics glitchy on early models
−Fork seals wear prematurely
−Thin rear tyre longevity
Yamaha Fazer 250
6.5/10
"Solid budget commuter, but don't expect thrills beyond city limits."
Pros
+Frugal fuel consumption
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Fairing blocks highway wind
Cons
−Narrow powerband needs revving
−Parts availability inconsistent
−Learner-damaged examples everywhere
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