Hero Honda CBZ vs Honda CB Hornet 160R (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hero Honda CBZstacks up against the Honda CB Hornet 160R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHero Honda CBZHonda CB Hornet 160R
Model year20042019
Price
Engine157 cc163 cc
Horsepower17 hp15 hp
Torque15 Nm
Weight148 kg140 kg
Fuel capacity3.3 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. Optional combined braking suystem (CBS)
Tires100/80-17 / 140/70-17

Hero Honda CBZ vs Honda CB Hornet 160R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hero Honda CBZ and the Honda CB Hornet 160R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hero Honda CBZ brings 17 hp in a 148 kg package, while the Honda CB Hornet 160R counters with 15 hp at 140 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: