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The Bajaj Avenger 160 have the classic cruiser silhouette at a price that makes it unique in the Indian market. The low-slung stance, wide handlebars, forward footpegs, and wide rear tyre create a cruiser aesthetic on a 160cc platform. The Avenger Street 160 achieves this without the premium price of a Royal Enfield or Jawa.
Two colour options are available: Ebony Black and Spicy Red. The Ebony Black is the most commonly chosen, giving the bike a classic and understated look. The chrome exhaust cover, engine casing, and disc calliper add premium detail at this price point.
The digital instrument cluster provides speed, fuel level, trip meter, and odometer readings. LED taillights are standard. The alloy wheels are fitted with 90/70-17 front and 130/90-15 rear tubeless tyres. The wide rear tyre is a visual signature of the Avenger platform and contributes to its planted, stable feel.
Build quality is consistent with Bajaj's reliability and reputation. The Avenger 160 Street is not a premium motorcycle, but the fit and finish are entirely appropriate for the price. Many owners report the Avenger lasting well past 80,000 km with regular servicing. The Avenger has been in the Indian market for over a decade with a base of loyal owners.
| Feature | Detail |
| Last Known Price | Rs. 83,618 ex-showroom |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Seat Height | 737 mm |
| Rear Tyre | 130/90-15 (wide) |
| Alloy Wheels | Standard |
| Colours | 2 |
| Digital Cluster | Standard |
The Bajaj Avenger Street 160 uses a 160cc single-cylinder, Twin Spark DTS-i air-cooled fuel-injected engine. It produces 14.79 bhp at 8,500 rpm and 13.5 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm. A 5-speed gearbox handles transmission. The twin-spark setup improves fuel efficiency and combustion completeness.
The Avenger 160 Street engine is tuned for relaxed, low-revving cruiser character rather than outright performance. Peak power arrives at 8,500 rpm, but torque delivery is smooth and usable across the whole rpm range. The engine feels most natural between 40 and 70 kmph, where it pulls cleanly without needing frequent gear changes.
Avenger Bike mileage is user-reported at 45 kmpl in mixed conditions. The 13-litre tank gives a range of approximately 520 to 580 km per fill-up. Monthly fuel costs for 600 km of riding work out to roughly Rs. 1,600 to Rs. 1,900. This is strong mileage for a 160cc cruiser motorcycle.
Bajaj Avenger 160 top speed is approximately 115 to 120 kmph, adequate for highway use. The bike is most comfortable and stable at 60 to 90 kmph. This is consistent with the cruiser character and intended use.
| Specification | Value |
| Displacement | 160 cc |
| Max Power | 14.79 bhp at 8,500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 13.5 Nm at 7,000 rpm |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Mileage | 45 kmpl (Owner Reported) |
| Fuel Tank | 13 litres |
The Bajaj Avenger 160 Street is specifically built for comfort-first city and relaxed highway riding. The 737 mm seat height is among the lowest in the 160cc motorcycle class. It is significantly more accessible than taller sports and naked motorcycles at this price. Riders of all heights can touch the ground very confidently at traffic stops. The wide flat handlebars and forward-positioned footpegs create a genuinely relaxed, arms-wide cruiser posture.
The telescopic front fork and 5-step adjustable twin rear shocks provide a soft, compliant ride. The 1,480 mm wheelbase gives excellent and predictable high-speed highway stability. On Indian city roads with speed breakers and rough patches, the suspension absorbs bumps very comfortably.
Kerb weight is 150 kg, which is light for a cruiser and very easy to handle in city traffic. The relatively compact footprint of the Avenger Street 160 helps considerably in city manoeuvring, U-turns, and tight parking.
Braking uses a front disc and a rear drum. Single-channel ABS is standard across the Avenger Street 160 as a key safety feature. The braking setup is adequate for city and normal highway use.
| Specification | Value |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic |
| Rear Suspension | Twin shocks, 5-step adjustable |
| Front Brake | Disc, Single-Channel ABS |
| Rear Brake | Drum |
| Kerb Weight | 150 kg |
| Wheelbase | 1,480 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 177 mm |
Avenger Bike mileage averages 45 kmpl from owner reports in mixed city and real-world highway riding conditions. The FI engine contributes significantly to this strong efficiency for a 160cc motorcycle. Highway riding at a steady 70 to 90 kmph very consistently returns the higher end of the mileage range.
The 13-litre tank provides a range of approximately 520 to 580 km per fill-up. Monthly fuel costs for 600 km of mixed riding work out to Rs. 1,600 to Rs. 1,900 at current petrol prices across India. This is among the most affordable and competitive running costs for any cruiser-class motorcycle available in India.
Bajaj Auto has an extensive authorised service and dealer network across all of India. Service intervals for the Avenger Street 160 are every 5,000 km, keeping maintenance simple and very affordable. Parts are very inexpensive and reliably available at every authorised Bajaj dealership across urban and rural India nationwide.
Bajaj backs the Avenger Street 160 with a 5-year or 50,000 km warranty, among the most generous in the 160cc cruiser class. Long-term reliability has been very well proven by the Avenger's decade-plus presence in the Indian market. Many owners report strong and consistent reliability past 80,000 km with regular oil changes and basic servicing. The Avenger platform has one of the strongest long-term reliability records in the Indian 160cc cruiser segment.
The Avenger Bike has been discontinued, and its last recorded average ex-showroom price was Rs. 83,618. The Avenger Street 160 was available in a single variant with two available colour options: Ebony Black and Spicy Red.
| Variant | Last Recorded Ex-showroom Price |
| Avenger Street 160 | Rs. 83,618 |
The Bajaj Avenger 160 on road price was higher depending on your state and city.
The Avenger Street 160 is the clear entry point to cruiser motorcycling in India. Above it in character and price, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is the closest available alternative, but it costs significantly more. The TVS Ronin 225 and Jawa 42 Bobber are strong but notably higher-priced alternatives in the cruiser-inspired segment.
For buyers who wanted a genuine cruiser posture on a budget, the Bajaj Avenger 160 Street had no direct rival at this price point in India.
The Avenger Bike has been discontinued, but its last known average ex-showroom price was Rs. 83,618.
Avenger Bike mileage is user-reported at 45 kmpl in mixed conditions. The FI engine contributes to efficient fuel use for a 160cc motorcycle. The 13-litre tank gives approximately 520 to 580 km range per fill-up.
Bajaj Avenger Street 160 seat height is 737 mm, one of the lowest in the 160cc motorcycle segment. This makes the Avenger 160 Street very accessible for shorter riders and women riders. Most Indian riders can place both feet flat on the ground at stops.
The Avenger 160 Street is designed for city commuting with occasional highway use. The 13-litre tank suits rides of 200 to 300 km. For longer touring, the suspension and seat comfort are limiting factors.
Yes, the Bajaj Avenger Street 160 has been officially discontinued in India.
The Bajaj Avenger Street 160 was significantly cheaper than the Meteor 350. The Avenger has a 737 mm seat versus the Meteor's 765 mm and weighs less. For budget-conscious cruiser buyers, the Avenger Street 160 was the practical choice.
