2026 Honda ADV 160 Scooter Unveiled in India

• Powered by a 156.9cc, E85-compatible engine
• Makes 16.09bhp and 14.9Nm
• India launch expected soon

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has unveiled the much-awaited ADV 160 maxi-adventure scooter in the country, with its launch expected to follow in the coming months. With this, Honda has finally entered India’s growing premium sporty scooter segment, where the ADV 160 will rival the Hero Xoom 160, Yamaha Aerox 155, and Aprilia SR 175.

The ADV 160 stands apart from conventional scooters with its adventure-inspired styling. It features a tall adjustable windscreen, dual LED headlamps, muscular bodywork, handguards, a stepped seat, and generous ground clearance, giving it a rugged stance. It is underpinned by a steel frame and rides on telescopic front forks and twin rear shock absorbers. Braking duties are handled by a front disc and rear disc setup with dual-channel ABS. The scooter rolls on a 14-inch front and 13-inch rear wheel.

Powering the Honda ADV 160 is a 156.9cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine that produces 16.09bhp and 14.9Nm of torque. The motor is E85 compatible and is paired with a CVT gearbox. It also benefits from Honda’s idle start-stop system for improved fuel efficiency. The scooter rides on 14-inch wheels.

On the feature front, the ADV 160 gets a TFT display with Honda RoadSync, turn-by-turn navigation, USB charging socket, traction control (Honda Selectable Torque Control), and a 27-litre under-seat storage compartment capable of accommodating a full-face helmet.

With the ADV 160, Honda now has a strong contender in the premium scooter space. While the Yamaha Aerox 155 remains the most performance-oriented option in the segment, the ADV 160 differentiates itself with its adventure-touring design, higher ground clearance, and enhanced practicality.