The 150-160cc segment of motorcycles has never been so popular. Most manufacturers are now present in this segment. Honda has introduced the CB Hornet 160R in this segment to make it even more exciting. The competition is also on the ball and regularly brings improved or new products to the market. The Honda CB Hornet 160R is aimed at the youth. A fun motorcycle that is affordable and also looks good. Is the Honda CB Hornet 160R worth the money? We’ll find out in our test.

Honda CB Hornet 160R Price

Honda Hornet 160cc Price
Model	Price (on the road, Delhi)
Sexually transmitted diseases	INR 89,200
CBS	INR94,030

Honda CB160R Design

The bike exudes sportiness wherever you look at it. Honda has made commuter bikes in the 150cc segment, but this time it’s different. Honda wanted a youthful product that would appeal to young buyers. It aimed at something like a TVS Apache or a Bajaj Pulsar.

The Honda CB Hornet 160R looks good from all angles. Its design and styling are one of the main reasons why people choose it.

Honda CB Hornet 160R has also been launched in two special edition variants. One is standard and the other is CBS (Combined Braking System). Both the bikes are available in this new edition which has an option of green or orange decals on a black bodywork. Besides, these edition bikes also have some new graphics.

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Honda Hornet 160cc Instrumentation

There is a fully digital instrument cluster. It has a speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, trip meter and a clock. There is no gear indicator. The switchgear on the Honda CB Hornet 160R is rather simple and is only located on the left side. It does not have an emergency engine stop switch, which would be very desirable. It also has a kickstarter that fits very well and has a unique shape. In terms of fit and finish, the motorcycle is at the top and leaves little room for complaint.

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Honda CB Hornet 160R driving characteristics and handling

The riding position on the Honda CB Hornet 160R is more upright than sporty. This is a good thing, especially when you are riding for long periods or covering long distances. The handlebars are short while giving a sporty feel. The position of the foot pegs is also comfortable. The bike feels confident in corners and sudden changes in direction. The front axle feels light and could have done with a bit more feel. The 140/70 17 MRF Zapper S1 tyre at the rear has good grip. There is a 100/80 17 MRF Zapper tyre at the front and together with the 276mm disc brake, it helps in safe braking. The Honda CB Hornet 160R has a 220mm disc at the rear and also comes with CBS (Combined Braking System) which automatically activates the rear brake when the front brake lever is operated. This is a good feature and prevents the motorcycle from slipping on surfaces with loose soil or gravel.

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Honda CB Hornet 160R Engine

The engine of the Honda CB Hornet 160R is very refined. This is also one of its unique selling points. The air-cooled single-cylinder engine with 162.71 cc displacement produces 15.6 hp at 8,500 rpm and offers a maximum torque of 14.76 Nm at 6,500 rpm. This engine is coupled to a five-speed gearbox.

The engine has enough power for driving in the city. It also glides along comfortably. It’s just that when you need more power on the highway, it’s a little lacking.

The acceleration is linear and the exhaust sound is also good.

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Honda Hornet 160cc mileage

Honda CB Hornet 160R mileage
Motor	Mileage
Hornet160R	59km/l

The Honda CB Hornet 160R consumes 59 km/l according to ARAI certification. However, in practice, the motorcycle easily consumes around 35 km/l in the city and almost 44 km/l on the highway. The Honda CB Hornet 160R is very efficient despite its good performance.

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Honda CB Hornet 160R Colors

The Honda CB Hornet 160R is available in five color variants. These are Neo Orange Metallic, Pearl Amazing White, Pearl Siren Blue, Pearl Nightstar Black and Sports Red. The limited edition, for example, has Striking Green or Mars Orange stripes on a Nightstar Black body. This edition also features additional graphics.

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Honda CB Hornet 160R top speed

The Honda CB Hornet 160R has a top speed of around 110 km/h. It has quite strong acceleration and is also powerful. However, it feels best at a speed of around 80 km/h.

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Honda Hornet 160cc Competition

The Honda CB Hornet 160R competes with the Suzuki Gixxer and the Yamaha FZ, which are the two main rivals of this motorcycle. There is also the Pulsar 150, which comes with an updated design.

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Honda CB Hornet 160R Dimensions

Honda CB Hornet 160R (160cc) Dimensions
length	2041mm
Width	783mm
Height	1067mm
Ground clearance	164mm
Empty weight	140kg
Fuel tank	12 liters