Aprilia has recently launched the all-new 2021 Aprilia SXR 160 BS6 in the Indian market. The new Aprilia SXR 160 BS6 is the first maxi-scooter from this Italian two-wheeler manufacturer in the country. The Aprilia SXR 160 was first showcased in India earlier this year at the 2020 Auto Expo and it grabbed everyone's attention. Initially, it was about to be launched in India by June 2020. However, all thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, its launch was delayed. But now, it has been finally launched in the country. The new 2021 Aprilia SXR 160 BS6 is priced at Rs. 1.26 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi and it doesn't have any direct rivals in India. So, today in this article, we will be listing for you the Top six alternatives to the new 2021 Aprilia SXR 160 BS6.
Before we begin with the top six alternatives to the new 2021 Aprilia SXR 160 BS6, let me quickly tell you the specs of this new maxi-scooter. So, the new Aprilia SXR 160 is powered by a BS6-compliant 160cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, three-valve, four-stroke, SOHC, fuel-injected engine. This motor churns out 11 PS of maximum power at 7100 RPM and also 11 Nm of peak torque at 6000 RPM. The engine comes mated to a CVT. Talking about the brakes, so at the front, it gets a large 220 mm disc while at the rear, it gets a 140 mm drum unit. It gets a single-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS) too. The suspension duties on this maxi-scooter are performed by telescopic forks at the front and at the rear, it gets an adjustable spring-loaded mono-shock absorber. The Aprilia SXR 160 rides on fat 12-inch tubeless tyres.
2021 Aprilia SXR 160 BS6 Alternatives
Suzuki Burgman Street 125 BS6
Price Starts at Rs. 81,200, Ex-showroom Delhi
As already mentioned before, the Aprilia SXR 160 does not have any direct rivals in India. However, its primary indirect competitor is the new Suzuki Burgman Street 125 BS6. The Suzuki Burgman Street 125 is powered by a BS6-compliant 124cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine. This motor churns out 8.7 PS of power at 6750 RPM and 10 Nm of peak torque at 5500 RPM and the engine comes mated to a CVT. Recently, the company has also introduced Bluetooth connectivity with this very popular maxi-styled scooter. The price of the new 2021 Suzuki Burgman Street 125 BS6 ranges between Rs. 81,200 - Rs. 84,600. All prices stick to Ex-showroom Delhi.
Suzuki Gixxer SF BS6
Price Starts at Rs. 1.23 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi
Next in the listicle, we have the Suzuki Gixxer SF BS6. That's because for the same amount of money you can get yourself a fully-faired motorcycle that will offer you better performance and way better style statement too!? The new Suzuki Gixxer SF is powered by a BS6-compliant 155cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine. This motor churns out 13.6 PS of maximum power at 8000 RPM and 13.8 Nm of peak torque at 6000 RPM. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The Suzuki Gixxer SF is a very handsome-looking motorcycle and recently, the company also launched a new Pearl Mira Red colour variant for this motorcycle. The Suzuki Gixxer SF BS6 is priced between Rs. 1.23 lakhs - Rs. 1.24 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi.
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V BS6
Price Starts at Rs. 1.25 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi
The next motorcycle in our listicle is the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V BS6. That's because the Apache RTR 200 4V is currently the most value for money 200cc motorcycle on sale in the Indian market. The Apache RTR 200 4V is powered by a new BS6-compliant 197.75cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled, fuel-injected engine. This motor churns out 20.5 PS of maximum power at 8500 RPM and 16.8 Nm of peak torque at 7500 RPM. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and it also gets GTT or Glide Through Technology feature. Recently, TVS launched a new single-channel ABS variant of this motorcycle and one more new variant that features riding modes, Showa forks, etc. The new TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is priced between Rs. 1.25 lakhs - Rs. 1.31 lakhs. All prices stick to Ex-showroom Delhi.
Honda Hornet 2.0 BS6
Price Starts at Rs. 1.26 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi
Just before the start of the festive season of 2020, Honda launched the all-new 2020 Honda Hornet 2.0 BS6 in the Indian market. The Hornet 2.0 is an all-new motorcycle but it shares its moniker with the now discontinued BS4 Honda CB Hornet 160R. The recently launched Hornet 2.0 is powered by an all-new BS6-compliant 184.40cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine. This motor churns out 17.2 PS of maximum power at 8500 RPM and 16.1 Nm of peak torque at 6000 RPM. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. It gets Honda's Eco Technology (HET) too and gets a lot of features, including some segment-first ones like upside-down front forks. The new Honda Hornet 2.0 BS6 is currently priced at Rs. 1.26 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi.
Royal Enfield Bullet 350 BS6
Price Starts at Rs. 1.27 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi
Next in the listicle, we have the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 BS6. The Bullet 350 also falls in the same price bracket and so if you love the thump of the Royal Enfield motorcycles, then you can consider buying the all-new Royal Enfield Bullet 350 too. The Royal Enfield Bullet 350 is powered by a BS6-compliant 346cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine. This motor churns out 20.07 PS of maximum power at 5250 RPM and 28 Nm of peak torque at 4000 RPM. The engine comes mated to a five-speed manual gearbox. The RE Bullet 350 has a huge fanbase in India and people love this motorcycle. At present, the new Royal Enfield Bullet 350 BS6 is priced between Rs. 1.27 lakhs - Rs. 1.42 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi.
Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 BS6
Price Starts at Rs. 1.31 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi
Finally, the last motorcycle in our listicle of the alternatives to the Aprilia SXR 160 is the Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 BS6. If you are out in the market with a budget of around Rs. 1.50 lakhs, on-road, and you want a fun to ride and powerful machine, then instead of choosing the SXR 160, you can consider buying the Pulsar NS 200 too. It is a very powerful naked streetfighter. The Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 draws power from a BS6-compliant 199.5cc, single-cylinder, four-stroke, SOHC, four-valve, liquid-cooled, triple spark, fuel-injected, DTS-i engine. This motor churns out 24.5 PS of maximum power at 9750 RPM and 18.5 Nm of peak torque at 8000 RPM. The engine comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 BS6 is currently priced at Rs. 1.31 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi.
So, these were the top six alternatives to the newly launched 2021 Aprilia SXR 160 BS6. The Aprilia SXR 160 can be a great pick for those who are out in the market (with no budget constraints) looking for a powerful gearless maxi-scooter that can offer them great comfort, lots of features, funky looks and can do touring too. Now, which motorcycle or scooter among these six two-wheelers mentioned in this listicle will be your pick? Feel free to share your thoughts and opinions with us in the comments section below. You can also join our 91Wheels Auto Enthusiast Telegram group (click via mobile to join) curated exclusively for the fans, enthusiasts and the owners. Further, subscribe to our YouTube channel for more such amazing motoring updates.
