Honda SP 160

Expert Verdict on SP 160

7 /10

Ranks #8 in Commuters

Design6

Comfort8

Performance7

The Honda SP 160 is a reliable Japanese commuter bike. It is built solid and the engine offers punch along with good fuel economy. The comfortable ride quality means it is well-suited for family use. However, it lacks in excitement overall. Also, the features list is small when compared to the rivals. The dual disc variant is pricey as well.

Expert

Tejen Dhankhar

Overall User Rating

4.2/5

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Pros & Cons of Honda SP 160

• What we admire in this bike

  • Elegant yet sporty design looks good
  • Engine is refined & smooth to operate
  • Fuel economy is decent inside the city
  • Ride quality is comfortable on bad roads
  • 10 years warranty option is a boon to buyers

• What could have been better

  • The dual disc variant is expensive
  • Features are less as compared to the rivals
  • Looks similar to the SP 125

Design & Features 6

• The design of the SP 160 is very simple yet sporty. It looks elegant and proportionate from every angle. Thanks to the wide 130-section rear tyre, the overall appeal of it is that of a big bike. Also, the single seat is wide and offers a lot of space to the rider as well as the pillion. The black engine components contrast with the colour options pretty well. But, it doesn’t stand out in the crowd as this design is very neutral and not exciting.
• In terms of features, Honda offers LED headlight and taillight on it. It also gets 17-inch alloy wheels, a fully-digital instrument console, and petal disc brakes as well. Rivals like Hero Xtreme 160R 4V offer better features like Bluetooth connectivity and more.

SP 160 body specifications:

Seat Height	796 mm
Weight	141 kg
Wheel Size	17 inch
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 liters

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Ergonomics & Comfort 8

• The riding position of the SP 160 is one of the most comfortable in its segment. As it is designed to be a commuter, the handlebar is tilted towards the rider while the footpegs are set a little bit backwards. Thus, it gives a comfortable yet commanding riding position.
• The single seat of SP 160 is very well designed. It is wide enough for anyone to sit and ride it for long hours comfortably. Also, the pillion gets ample space to move on the seat. Hence, the overall comfort is very generous. Due to the good mix of upright sitting position and wide seat, the SP 160 is one of the most comfortable bikes in its segment.

Performance, Brakes, & Fuel Economy 7

• The engine of the SP 160 is one of its strongest highlights. The air-cooled FI engine is the smoothest among its rivals. The power delivery is very linear and the mid-range of it offers a good punch in overtaking slow-moving traffic. However, the top-end performance is not great and hence overtaking on the highway needs planning. Inside the city, this engine remains cool even in bad traffic. The low-end torque of it is delightful to use even with a pillion onboard.
• The top variant of SP 160 comes with dual disc brakes. However, it doesn’t offer a dual-channel ABS like the Bajaj Pulsar N160 but the braking power is still good. The initial bite from the brakes generates confidence in the rider. Stopping the bike in emergencies is easy with the strong combo of dual disc brakes.
• Fuel economy is also one of the key areas where the SP 160 shines. The ARAI-claimed economy of it is 50 kmpl. In our tests, the bike returned above 40 kmpl inside the city traffic. This indicates that it can deliver more than 50 kmpl easily on the highway.

Ride Quality & Handling 8

• The suspension set up of the SP 160 is well-tuned for the Indian roads. It offers a brilliant ride quality on the tarmac as well as on the bad roads. The suspension absorbs most of the bumps and the rider remains in confidence due to the plaint ride quality. However, the lack of stiffness feels around the corners if you’re riding fast. It is not a fast 160cc bike and hence the suspension is made for a sedate riding experience.
• The low center of gravity means that the agility of the bike is very good. Also, due to its lightweight, the SP 160 remain an easy-handling machine inside the city. Even with a pillion, one can easily handle it through the thick traffic and narrow streets.

SP 160 features:

GPS & Navigation	No
USB charging port	No
Touch Screen	No
Instrument Console	Digital

Honda SP 160 Bike Owner Reviews

• RK

  Ramesh Kumar

  11 Aug 2025
  3.0
  Excellent Company Performance
  Good quality, best service and support. This is one of the best companies in the world.
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  Jitendra nagar

  10 Aug 2025
  4.0
  Impressive Mileage and Capacity
  This is a good bike, and I like it very much. You should also come and make this bike yours. Its mileage is quite good, and the fuel capacity is also impressive.
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  Anonymous

  04 Aug 2025
  5.0
  Super Fast Honda Bike
  I’m very happy with my Honda SP Shine. It’s super cute, fast, and lovely. Honda has truly made an amazing bike—I just love it.
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  Rahul Kumar Singh

  20 Jul 2025
  5.0
  Smooth Ride Experience
  Best bike! I really like it riding is smooth with no vibrations at any speed. Speed control is excellent.
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  Gaurav

  30 Days ago
  1.0
  Excellent Riding Experience
  Best scooter at the best price with great comfort. I had a good experience the Honda Activa 6G is one of the best vehicles from the Honda brand, with a very comfortable seat.
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  Ashutosh

  2 Month ago
  5.0
  Affordable Comfort
  This is very comfortable and affordable bike with good price and its engine capacity and its milage was also good. This is very unique piece with a good range.
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  Adesh k

  6 Month ago
  5.0
  This bike is very Nice. I like it. It is running very comfortable. Controlling is very nice all off bikes comparison is too good.
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  Anand kujur

  6 Month ago
  3.4
  Nice bike you must buy this product. Go for it as possible you can Price is high. As we accepted so please go for buying this product.
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  Haider

  8 Month ago
  5.0
  I have driver 6 bikes in my career, but Honda SP 160 is traffic in comfort, smoothness, mileage, and a very good road grip, my back spinal problem is also no more after ridding this bike.
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  Amit

  8 Month ago
  5.0
  Very good to ride for long distance trip, extremely comfortable and very nice balance. Per liter mileage also around 50 which makes it very useful for city as well.
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Honda SP 160 Images

• Profile Image
• Right Front Three Quarter
• Right Side View
• Right Rear Three Quarter
• Rear View
• Left Rear Three Quarter

Honda SP 160 Colours

• Radiant Red Metallic
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