Spec Comparison: Yamaha Aerox 155 vs Aprilia SR 160 Race

Thinking of buying a commuter that has under-seat storage and goes very fast at the same time? Well, you have two choices at the moment – the updated Aprilia SR 160 Race and the all-new Yamaha Aerox 155.

The Yamaha Aerox 155 has broken convention in the scooter segment of India and has been gaining popularity since. The 155-cc, liquid-cooled sports scooter became an instant hit not just because of its engine but also because of its unique step-through design. One of the things that sets the Aerox apart from its competition is the segment-first VVA technology. This improves and broadens the spectrum of performance throughout the rev range. The Aerox 155 is also the most powerful scooter made in India. In reply, Aprilia have launched the updated SR 160 Race with fresh looks and new features, competing directly with the Aerox 155 in terms of price and power.

Let’s take a look at how two of the most powerful scooters on sale in India compare against each other on paper.

Engine and Performance

	Aprilia SR 160 Race	Yamaha Aerox 155
Engine	4-stroke, air-cooled, SOHC, 3-valve	4-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 4-valve
Displacement	160.03 cc	155 cc
Power	11.01 hp @ 7,600 rpm	15 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque	11.6 Nm @ 6,000 rpm	13.9 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Transmission	V-belt	V-belt
Fuel Efficiency*	35 km/l	45 km/l

*Claimed figures

Mechanicals

	Aprilia SR 160 Race	Yamaha Aerox 155
Chassis	Tubular single cradle	Underbone
Suspension – front	Telescopic fork	Telescopic fork
Suspension – back	Mono-shock	Twin-shock absorber
Front brake	220-mm disc	230-mm disc
Back brake	140-mm drum	130-mm drum
Tyre size – front	120/70-14	110/80-14
Tyre size – Back	120/70-14	140/70-14

Dimensions

	Aprilia SR160 Race	Yamaha Aerox 155
Length	1,985 mm	1,980 mm
Width	806 mm	700 mm
Height	1,261 mm	1,150 mm
Seat height	780 mm	790 mm
Wheelbase	1,365 mm	1,350 mm
Ground clearance	155 mm	145 mm
Kerb weight	118 kg	126 kg
Fuel tank capacity	6 litre	5.5 litre

Features

	Aprilia SR160 Race	Yamaha Aerox 155
ABS	Single-channel	Single-channel
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
USB port	Underseat	Apron-mounted
Multi-function keyslot	Not available	Standard
Engine start-stop tech	Not available	Standard
Bluetooth connectivity	Optional	Standard
External fuel filler lid	Not available	Standard

Pricing

	Aprilia SR160 Race	Yamaha Aerox 155
Starting price*	Rs 1.27 lakh	Rs 1.30 lakh

Both the Aprilia SR160 and Yamaha Aerox 155 are formidable rivals and special in their own way. Where one lacks, the other prevails. Which is your pick of the duo?

Story: Alshin Thomas

Also Read: Yamaha Aerox 155 Road Test Review – Game-changer