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Aprilia SR 160

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SR 160

₹ 1,21,433ex-showroom · last updated 2026

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Engine
160.03cc
Power
11.11bhp
Weight
118kg
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Aprilia SR 160 — Overview

The Aprilia SR 160 is a scooter available at a price range of Rs. 1,21,433 - Rs. 1,29,885 in India. It comes in 3 variants and 3 colours. It is powered by a 160.03 cc BS6 Phase 2 engine and has a user reported mileage of 35 kmpl. With front disc and rear drum brakes, the Aprilia SR 160 comes with anti-locking braking system. The SR 160 scooter weighs 118 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 6 liters. It develops a power output of 11.11 bhp and a torque of 13.44 Nm.

The Aprilia SR 160 is a 160cc performance scooter made at Piaggio's Pune facility, priced from Rs 1,28,900 (ex-showroom Delhi). It is the most powerful scooter in Aprilia's Indian SR lineup: a 160.03cc fuel-injected engine producing 10.87 PS, front disc brake standard on both variants, and Italian motorsport brand identity that no Indian-branded rival can replicate. Two variants are available - SR 160 and SR 160 Race - both with front disc and CBS. The SR 160 weighs 108 kg, making it one of the lightest scooters in the 160cc segment. It has no Bluetooth connectivity on any variant. Top competitor: Yamaha Aerox 155.

What We Like

  • Front disc brake standard on base variant - not just the Race edition
  • 108 kg kerb weight is among the lightest in the 160cc scooter segment
  • 10.87 PS from 160cc FI engine - meaningful step up from the SR 125's 9.35 PS
  • Italian motorsport brand identity and race livery options
  • Made in India at Piaggio Pune - competitive pricing for an Aprilia product

What Could Be Better

  • No Bluetooth connectivity on either variant - a gap at this price point in 2026
  • 5.5-litre fuel tank is small - approximately 210-235 km real-world range per fill
  • Piaggio India service network thin outside top metros - serious ownership risk outside major cities
  • No riding modes or connected features while rivals offer SmartXonnect or TFT+Bluetooth
  • Resale value trails Yamaha and TVS alternatives in the 160cc scooter segment

Editor's Verdict

Should You Buy the Aprilia SR 160?

The Aprilia SR 160 is the correct choice in the SR lineup if you want a 160cc scooter - the Rs 13,000 premium over the SR 125 buys a meaningfully more powerful engine, front disc as standard, and slightly more weight. The 108 kg kerb weight is genuinely impressive for a 160cc scooter and is the SR 160's clearest competitive advantage over the Yamaha Aerox 155. The absence of Bluetooth is the defining ownership limitation in 2026 - the Aerox 155 has it, the NTorq 125 has it, and the SR 160 does not. Buy the SR 160 Race if you want the full Aprilia Racing visual experience. Buy the base SR 160 if you want the same hardware for Rs 14,000 less.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is the on-road price of Aprilia SR 160 in Delhi?▾
The Aprilia SR 160 on-road price in Delhi is approximately Rs 1,52,000-1,55,000 for the base variant and Rs 1,67,000-1,71,000 for the SR 160 Race variant. On-road price includes ex-showroom (Rs 1,28,900 base), RTO registration (approximately 11% in Delhi), third-party insurance, own-damage insurance, and dealer handling charges.
QWhat is the difference between Aprilia SR 160 and SR 160 Race?▾
The Aprilia SR 160 and SR 160 Race have identical mechanical specifications - the same 160.03cc engine, 10.87 PS power output, front disc brake, and CBS. The Race variant adds motorsport-inspired race livery, Aprilia Racing branding, and a sportier visual identity. Both variants carry front disc brakes as standard. The Race is priced Rs 14,000 higher at Rs 1,42,900 ex-showroom Delhi - the premium is entirely for aesthetics and branding, not performance hardware.
QWhat is the real-world mileage of Aprilia SR 160?▾
The Aprilia SR 160 delivers 38-43 kmpl in real-world city and highway riding against the ARAI-rated 43.5 kmpl. In dense city traffic with frequent stops, expect 38-40 kmpl. On open roads and highways, 41-43 kmpl is achievable. The 5.5-litre fuel tank gives approximately 210-235 km per fill-up in mixed riding.
QDoes Aprilia SR 160 have Bluetooth?▾
No. The Aprilia SR 160 does not have Bluetooth connectivity on either variant - neither the base SR 160 nor the SR 160 Race. There is no smartphone connectivity, navigation hints, call notifications, or riding modes on any SR 160 variant. This is a meaningful gap compared to the Yamaha Aerox 155's Bluetooth TFT display and the TVS NTorq 125 Race XP's SmartXonnect system.
QAprilia SR 160 vs Yamaha Aerox 155 - which is better?▾
The Yamaha Aerox 155 wins on technology (Bluetooth TFT display), slightly more power (15.3 PS from a 155cc liquid-cooled engine versus 10.87 PS from the SR 160's 160cc air-cooled unit), Yamaha's superior service network, and better resale value. The Aprilia SR 160 wins on kerb weight (108 kg vs 115 kg - 7 kg less), Italian brand identity, and lower base price. The Aerox 155's 155cc liquid-cooled engine delivers significantly more power than the SR 160's air-cooled 160cc unit. For performance, the Aerox 155 is the stronger scooter; for handling agility and brand identity, the SR 160 has merit.
QIs Aprilia SR 160 worth buying in 2026?▾
The Aprilia SR 160 is worth buying if you are in a major metro with access to Piaggio's authorised service network and value Italian motorsport brand identity alongside a lightweight 160cc scooter. It is not worth buying if Bluetooth connectivity, smart features, or service network outside metros are priorities - in that case, the Yamaha Aerox 155 or TVS NTorq 125 Race XP are better-rounded alternatives. The SR 160 Race in particular offers no performance advantage over the base SR 160 - it is purely a visual upgrade.
QAprilia SR 160 vs SR 125 - which should I buy?▾
The Aprilia SR 160 is the better choice for most buyers who can afford the Rs 13,000 premium over the SR 125. You get meaningfully more power (10.87 PS vs 9.35 PS), front disc brake as standard on the base variant (vs drum brake on SR 125 base), and a slightly larger engine displacement. The SR 125 makes sense only if the lower price is a hard constraint or if you specifically prefer the smaller 125cc engine's lighter feel. For performance and braking, the SR 160 base is the better value in the SR lineup.
QWhere is Aprilia SR 160 manufactured?▾
The Aprilia SR 160 is manufactured in India at Piaggio's Pune manufacturing facility in Maharashtra. It is not an imported product - Piaggio India builds both the SR 125 and SR 160 locally, which keeps pricing competitive relative to what a CBU import would cost. The Pune facility produces Aprilia scooters alongside Vespa models for the Indian market.

Rivals to Consider

Yamaha Aerox 155
TVS NTorq 125
Hero Xoom 160
Suzuki Burgman Street 125