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Aprilia SXR 160
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Aprilia SXR 160 in Nepal
Official distributor: Delta Autocorp Pvt. Ltd.
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Aprilia SXR 160 Price in Nepal

Rs 4.65 lakh
ex-showroom · 2 variants · specs updated September 28, 2026

The Aprilia SXR 160 price in Nepal is Rs 4.65 lakh (ex-showroom), across 2 variants.

Engine
160.03 cc
Power
10.85 bhp
Variants
2
Fuel
Petrol

About the Aprilia SXR 160

Aprilia SXR 160 is a maxi-style 160cc scooter. Aprilia has positioned it in Nepal as a premium, urban-focused option, not a budget commuter. The current Nepal catalog shows only one variant — BS6 at Rs 4,65,400 ex-showroom — and that pricing puts it up against larger, better-equipped scooters more than basic 125cc rivals.

Editorial overview compiled from official specs and Nepali/Indian auto sources · as of 27 Aug 2026.

Design & styling

The SXR 160 looks and feels like a maxi scooter, with a broad front apron, sizeable bodywork and an upright, lounge-like stance. It doesn't try to pass as a conventional small-wheel commuter. That makes it a natural fit for Nepali buyers who want something distinctive for city use, especially those who care about road presence as much as plain utility. On the BS6 top variant, full-size scooter proportions and a large seat back up that premium visual treatment.

Engine & performance

The BS6 SXR 160 runs a 160.03cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled, SOHC, 3-valve fuel-injected engine with a CVT automatic transmission. Aprilia quotes 11 PS and 11 Nm from this tune. That should feel stronger and more relaxed than mainstream 125cc scooters, while staying easy enough to ride in traffic. On Nepal's stop-start roads and short intercity runs, this is about smooth everyday flexibility rather than outright speed. The 7-litre tank keeps it usable without frequent refuelling.

Features, comfort & practicality

The BS6 variant gets a fully digital instrument cluster, telescopic front suspension and a rear mono-shock. Braking comes from a 220mm front disc with ABS and a 140mm rear drum. It also runs tubeless 120/70-14 tyres at both ends, has electric and kick start, underseat storage and a 755mm seat height. These make it more practical than the styling alone suggests. For a Nepal buyer, the appeal is comfort-oriented ergonomics, larger wheels and the safety confidence of ABS. Some of these are top-variant features, so treat the BS6 as the most complete version sold here.

Ownership in Nepal — price positioning, running cost & who it suits

Only one variant is listed for Nepal: BS6 at Rs 4,65,400 ex-showroom. At that price, the SXR 160 sits in premium scooter territory. Ownership makes most sense for buyers who value style, automatic convenience and a higher-end feel over pure price efficiency. Running costs should sit in line with a modern fuel-injected scooter of this size. The real ownership case here is less about thrift and more about a distinct, well-equipped urban scooter that handles mixed city roads and occasional longer runs with more composure than a basic commuter. Its natural rivals are other premium scooters that compete on comfort, features and image, not entry-level models.

Verdict

The Aprilia SXR 160 BS6 is a style-led premium scooter with enough mechanical substance to back its positioning. It isn't the cheapest or most sensible choice on paper. For Nepali buyers who want a bigger, more distinctive scooter with automatic convenience and a genuine premium stance, though, it makes a believable case.

Variant-wise price list

Every Aprilia SXR 160 trim on sale in Nepal, at ex-showroom prices.

VariantEx-showroom price
BS6रु 4,65,000
SXR 160रु 4,65,400

Ex-showroom prices compiled from Nepal AutoMart news and official brand/distributor sources.

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What it actually costs

Pick a variant and a province — ex-showroom, tax, insurance and EMI all update together.

VARIANT

Ex-showroom prices follow the variant list above; distributor-verified prices carry a dated badge there. Road tax follows the selected province's schedule; third-party insurance follows the fixed NIA motor tariff.

ON-ROAD, BAGMATI (KATHMANDU, LALITPUR, BHAKTAPUR…)
Ex-showroom (BS6)रु 4,65,000
First-year road tax (151 – 225 cc)रु 6,800
Third-party insurance (150 – 249 cc)रु 1,931
Estimated on-roadरु 4,73,731
YOUR EMI
~रु 8,679/mo
रु 1,86,000 down (40%) · 36 mo · indicative 7.5% p.a.
COMPREHENSIVE
~रु 9,813/yr
per year, before no-claim discount

Based on a 160.03 cc engine/motor. Non-Bagmati province rates are single-source/indicative. Third-party and comprehensive cover protect against different risks. Third-party cover is compulsory and priced at the fixed NIA tariff — identical at every insurer. Bank lending rates vary (Asar 2083 (June/July 2026)).

Or open the tax calculator for the full provincial schedule. Check current petrol and diesel prices when estimating running costs.

Key specs & features

The figures buyers ask for first, per variant — drivetrain, seating, safety kit, screen, charging and clearance. Only what we hold a real source for is listed; anything we have not confirmed is left out rather than guessed.

Engine & performance
Engine displacement
160.03 cc
Max power
11 PS
Max torque
11 Nm
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1410 mm
Kerb weight
129 kg
Seat height
755 mm
Brakes, tyres & suspension
ABS
Single-channel ABS
Front brake
Disc
Rear brake
Drum
Tyres
Tubeless
Comfort & convenience
Instrument cluster
Digital
Headlamp
LED
Running & ownership
Claimed mileage
30 km/l
Fuel tank
7 L
Engine & performance
Engine displacement
160.03 cc
Max power
11 PS
Max torque
11 Nm
Dimensions & weight
Ground clearance
160 mm
Wheelbase
1410 mm
Kerb weight
129 kg
Seat height
755 mm
Brakes, tyres & suspension
ABS
Single-channel ABS
Front brake
Disc
Rear brake
Drum
Tyres
Tubeless
Comfort & convenience
Instrument cluster
Digital
Headlamp
LED
Running & ownership
Claimed mileage
30 km/l
Fuel tank
7 L

Specifications can change without notice — confirm the exact trim with the distributor before you buy.

Where the variants actually differ

1 category separate these variants. Everything else is shared across the range.

Variants differ in: Wheelbase & Ground Clearance — highlighted below.

SPEC
BS6
रु 4,65,000
SXR 160
रु 4,65,400
Engine, Power & Transmission
same across range
  • Drive layout: CVT automatic
  • Engine: 160.03 cc, single cylinder, 4-stroke, 3-valve, air-cooled, fuel-injected
  • Max power: 11 PS @ 7100 rpm
  • Max torque: 11 Nm @ 5750 rpm
  • Drive layout: CVT automatic
  • Engine: 160.03 cc, single cylinder, 4-stroke, 3-valve, air-cooled, fuel-injected
  • Max power: 11 PS @ 7100 rpm
  • Max torque: 11 Nm @ 5750 rpm
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
varies by variant
  • Wheelbase: 1410 mm
  • Wheelbase: 1410 mm
Dimensions
same across range
  • Length: 1985 mm
  • Width: 805 mm
  • Seat height: 755 mm
  • Length: 1985 mm
  • Width: 805 mm
  • Seat height: 755 mm
Cargo
same across range
——
Comfort & Interior
same across range
  • Features ergonomic bucket seats and flat footboard
  • Includes front lockable split glove boxes
  • Features ergonomic bucket seats and flat footboard
  • Includes front lockable split glove boxes
Infotainment & Convenience
same across range
  • Fully digital instrument cluster
  • Includes USB charging point
  • Fully digital instrument cluster
  • Includes USB charging point
Safety
same across range
  • Equipped with single-channel ABS
  • Front brake: 220 mm disc
  • Rear brake: 140 mm drum
  • Equipped with single-channel ABS
  • Front brake: 220 mm disc
  • Rear brake: 140 mm drum
Warranty & After-sales
same across range
——
Design & Exterior
same across range
  • Full-LED headlamps
  • 12-inch, 5-spoke alloy wheels
  • Tubeless tyres, 120/70-14 front and rear
  • Full-LED headlamps
  • 12-inch, 5-spoke alloy wheels
  • Tubeless tyres, 120/70-14 front and rear
Sales & Imports
same across range
  • Imported as CBU from India
  • Imported as CBU from India
Value for Money Verdict
same across range
  • The BS6 variant represents the current standard model, offering compliant performance and modern features at a premium price point.
  • The SXR 160 is a premium-priced maxi-scooter that offers a unique blend of style and performance for urban commuters who prioritize aesthetics and comfort over pure utility.

Amber rows mark a genuine difference between variants. Grey italic means the figure has not been published for Nepal — we leave the gap visible rather than filling it from another market's spec sheet. Researched specifications; confirm the exact variant with the distributor.

Buying the BS6

WHY THIS ONE
Refined BS6-compliant engine
Premium build quality
Excellent road presence
Stable handling
WHAT YOU GIVE UP
Expensive for a 160cc scooter
Single-channel ABS only
Fuel tank size is modest for long-distance touring
Service network is limited

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What Nepali buyers & owners are saying — Aprilia SXR 160

SXR 160 problems, pros & cons from owners→

Compiled from the public discussions linked below. Comments may refer to older prices or other-market versions; use the current variant price list above for Nepal prices.

SENTIMENT
mixed
40 / 100 · high volume
WHAT BUYERS CARE ABOUT
pricemileagebuild qualityperformanceafter-sales service
WHAT PEOPLE LIKE
good power for a 160cc scooter
good mileage claims
COMMON COMPLAINTS
high price compared to competitors
hard suspension for Nepal roads
poor build quality perception
lack of premium feel in dashboard
negative buying experience at dealership

“This scooter will fail miserably in the Nepalese market. Because of its price, the price of this scooter is Rs. 4,15,000 NRP so most of the Nepalese who is looking for a two wheeler will consider buying Bikes or other lower price scooter than to buy this scooter.”

“yo scooty naliye huncha, mileage Normally-15/25-Max ho. Yo scooter nepal ma chalayo vaney suspensions dherai hard vayera thotro huncha chaadainai.”

“Looks ugly. It’s not only about the performance one could get SR 150 for the same performance and it has wayyy better looks.”

“Aprilia, Piaggio they are outstanding bike and well known brand with superb quality products but when it comes to buying experience at Tulsi motor khoyathong Imphal, i came to experience the worst staff, very unprofessional, ill manner, terrible attitude can be experience from the whole bunch of staff.”

“Bro mero pani 150 cha i like but mileage 25 par litre dincha 160 ko thaha vayan kati le 35 to 40 samma daycha vandai cha.”

AI-compiled from publicly available online discussion (YouTube review comments, forums and Q&A sites) · confidence: medium · as of 09 Oct 2026. Quotes marked with a platform are real comments; the rest are paraphrased summaries of common opinions.

OWNERS OUTSIDE NEPAL

Owners in India have lived with this for 5 years 8 months

The Aprilia SXR 160 has been on sale in India longer than in Nepal, so owners there have answered questions Nepali owners are only starting to. This sits alongside the Nepali sentiment above — it does not replace it. It is sold there as the Aprilia SXR 160.

⚠️ THE NEPAL VERSION IS NOT IDENTICAL
  • Indian reviews describe the SXR 160 with a 160cc, 3‑valve, fuel‑injected single‑cylinder engine making around 10.6–10.8 bhp and 11 Nm, underbone chassis, front disc/rear drum brakes, 120/70‑R12 tyres front and rear, about 161 mm ground clearance, 770 mm seat height, 129 kg kerb weight and approximately 7‑litre fuel tank. If the Nepal model’s engine tune, braking setup, tyre sizes, suspension or dimensions differ from these, owner comments tied specifically to those parts may not apply directly.
GROUND CLEARANCE & ROUGH ROADS
Ground clearance is reported as adequate for typical Indian speed‑breakers and mild bad roads; reviews note it handles bad stretches better than previous Aprilia scooters, though it is not meant for very harsh or off‑road conditions.
The scooter offers good ground clearance, making it suitable for various road conditions.
REAL-WORLD RANGE
From owner‑reported mileage figures and fuel tank capacity, typical owners describe usable range per tank as comfortably sufficient for daily commuting and moderate highway trips without frequent refuelling, though not exceptional for touring.
Owners report an average fuel efficiency of around 35 km/l, with some achieving up to 43.8 km/l under certain conditions.
SPACE & PRACTICALITY
Owners and reviewers consistently praise the generous under‑seat storage and practical layout, with boot space and legroom described as more than sufficient for average‑height riders.
The overall maxi‑scooter layout is seen as practical for daily commuting, with enough space for carrying small luggage and for a relaxed riding posture.
The long seat is roomy enough and provides lots of storage space, making it a very practical scooter.
COMFORT & RIDE
Many owners highlight the comfortable, relaxed riding posture and supportive seat, calling it suitable for longer city commutes and highway cruising.
A recurring complaint is the stiff suspension setup: it feels stable at speed but transmits bumps on rough or broken roads, making the ride less comfortable on harsh surfaces.
Wind protection and overall ergonomics are frequently praised; several riders feel less fatigue on longer rides compared with smaller scooters.
The overall comfort of the scooter is great, and riders do not feel tired even after long rides of 200-250 km.
PERFORMANCE
Owners generally find the 160cc engine peppy enough for city use and relaxed cruising, with smooth acceleration and stable behaviour up to typical Indian highway speeds.
Several users complain that outright performance and acceleration feel weaker than expected for the segment, especially compared to expectations from the Aprilia brand and the price point.
Multiple owners report fuel efficiency around roughly mid‑30s to mid‑40s km/l depending on city vs highway riding, which many consider acceptable but not outstanding for a 160cc scooter.
Braking performance with the front disc and rear drum is described as strong and confidence‑inspiring by reviewers and owners, contributing to a secure feel at speed.
TECHNOLOGY & SCREENS
Owners appreciate the feature set for the segment: digital instrument cluster, LED lighting and generally modern styling and equipment.
Some users feel the scooter lacks truly advanced connectivity or smart features compared to newer rivals, describing the tech as adequate but not class‑leading.
The scooter features a bold, maxi-style design with a large windscreen and a feature-rich console.
BUILD QUALITY
Many owners and long‑term reviewers praise the overall solid feel, paint quality and fit‑and‑finish, describing the scooter as premium‑looking and well put together.
At the same time, several user reviews report issues with some switches and small parts not being long‑lasting, mentioning modular switches and a few spares that wear or fail earlier than expected.
The scooter is well-built, using premium plastics inspired by Italian design and a strong, monocoque-style body that feels solid on roads.
RELIABILITY
Owner reports are mixed: some long‑term users with high mileage (around 20,000–26,000 km) report largely trouble‑free mechanical performance and remain satisfied with the scooter itself.
Other owners complain of problems such as the scooter stalling when hot and various minor component failures, leading them to express disappointment and question long‑term reliability.
Long-term owners say the scooter is durable for both highway and city use, with the chassis staying strong even after 26,000 km.
RAISED IN INDIA — BUT DOES NOT CARRY OVER TO NEPAL

Resale value, service and spare-part costs, warranty terms and charging coverage are set by each market — different duty, different dealer networks, a different used-car market. Read these as context on the vehicle's reputation, never as figures for Nepal.

  • Many Indian owners criticise high service and maintenance costs relative to rivals; this is market‑specific and does not directly indicate what owners in Nepal will pay.
  • Several reviews describe poor or inconsistent dealer service quality in India and difficulty obtaining correct spare parts; these experiences depend heavily on the Indian dealer network and cannot be assumed for Nepal.
  • Owners frequently call the scooter overpriced for the Indian market compared with alternatives; this is a function of local pricing, taxes and competition rather than the product itself.
  • Comments comparing resale value, overall value for money and cost of ownership to other Indian scooters (e.g., Activa) reflect Indian market dynamics and do not transfer to Nepal.
  • Some owners have noticed uneven panel gaps near the handlebars and wear on some switches after about 25,000 km of riding.

Owner satisfaction in India: 73/100. This is a reading of India owners only — it is not a Nepal sentiment score and is not counted in one. AI-compiled from publicly available owner discussion in India · confidence: medium · as of 15 Aug 2026.

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Where to buy it

Every outlet below is an authorised Aprilia dealer. We show what we can verify — an outlet with no published number is listed separately rather than shown as a dead card.

OFFICIAL DISTRIBUTOR
Delta Autocorp Pvt. Ltd.
Authorised Aprilia distributor for Nepal
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OUTLETS
22
CITIES
FILTER BY CITY
Nikesh Automobiles
BAGLUNG · SALES
Sales
Nikesh Automobiles, Baglung, Gandaki
Aprilia Showroom — Kavrepalanchok
BANEPA · AUTHORISED DEALER
Dealer
Banepa Service Center, Kavrepalanchok, Bagmati
Aprilia Showroom — Bagmati
BHAKTAPUR · SALES
Sales
Bhaktapur, Bagmati
Ocean Motors International Pvt. Ltd.
BHARATPUR · SALES
Sales
Ocean Motors International Pvt. Ltd., Astha Chowk, Narayanghat, Bagmati
Gaurav Auto Center
BIRATNAGAR · SALES
Sales
Gaurav Auto Center, Biratnagar Metropolitan City, Ward No. 3, Bargachhi, Biratnagar, Koshi
Gaire Automobiles
BUTWAL · SALES
Sales
Gaire Automobiles, Butwal, Lumbini
ALSO LISTED IN NEPAL — CONTACT NOT PUBLISHED (4)
Aprilia Showroom — Itahari · Itahari (Delta Itahari Showroom – Aprilia/Vespa)Dealer
Aprilia Showroom — Swoyambhu Road · Swoyambhu Road, left lane 50m ahead from Balaju Chowk, nearby Sanima Bank, Kathmandu, BagmatiDealer
Dugar Brothers & Sons Pvt. Ltd. · Dugar Brothers & Sons Pvt. Ltd., Naxal, Kathmandu, NepalDealer
Aprilia Showroom — Jumla Road · Jumla Road, Birendranagar, KarnaliDealer

No number published by the distributor. Call the nearest outlet above and ask them to route you.

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Frequently asked questions

As of October 2026, the Aprilia SXR 160 costs Rs 4.65 lakh (ex-showroom) in Nepal across 2 variants.
2 variants are listed: BS6 (Rs 4.65 lakh), SXR 160 (Rs 4.65 lakh).
Delta Autocorp Pvt. Ltd. is the authorized distributor of Aprilia bikes in Nepal.
Aprilia has authorized showrooms in Kathmandu, Itahari, Surkhet, Baglung, Banepa, Bhaktapur, Bharatpur, Biratnagar and more cities. Showroom addresses and phone numbers are listed on this page.
Mileage is normally 15-25 km/l, with claims of up to 47 km/l in the city.
The scooter has hard suspensions which may not be suitable for Nepalese roads.
It is considered powerful for a 160cc scooter, but some prefer alternatives like the TVS Ntorq.
Compulsory third-party insurance for the Aprilia SXR 160 costs रु 1,931 per year (150 – 249 cc — fixed NIA tariff, identical at every insurer, VAT included). A comprehensive policy on the base variant (declared value Rs 4.65 lakh) is roughly रु 9,813 per year before no-claim discounts.
First-year road tax for the Aprilia SXR 160 in Bagmati Province is रु 6,800: the रु 6,500 annual tax for the 151 – 225 cc band plus the रु 300 bluebook renewal fee. Other provinces set their own rates; the tax calculator linked from the cost section above works out yours.
With banks financing up to 60% of the price (NRB cap) at an indicative 7.5% p.a. over 36 months, the Aprilia SXR 160 base variant (Rs 4.65 lakh) works out to roughly रु 8,679 per month after a 40% down payment. Actual rates vary by bank (Asar 2083 (June/July 2026)).

Reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor · prices & specs compiled from official brand and distributor sources, last updated September 28, 2026 · how we verify