PT Astra Honda Motor (AHM) officially released the Honda ADV 160 on July 1, 2022. The launch of this adventure-designed motorbike was carried out directly in the Cikarang area, West Java.

As a new motorbike, it is certain that the Honda ADV 160 has many new changes compared to the ADV 150. Regarding the full specifications and features of the ADV 160, which have actually been discussed in previous articles, this time it is time to compare the ADV 160 with one of its rivals, the Yamaha NMAX.

Fight the specifications of the Honda ADV 160 vs Yamaha NMAX

1. Comparison of designs

Yamaha NMAX

By design, you could say the two differ quite a lot. The Honda ADV 160 is designed as an adventure-style motorbike, which is made to devour various kinds of terrain. Hence, AHM pinned long legs on this motorbike. But don't worry, the ADV 160 has a seat height of 780 mm with a ground clearance of 165 mm.

Meanwhile, the Yamaha NMAX is a large scooter whose design is more sporty. With an aggressive design. As a sporty motorbike, the seat height of the Yamaha NMAX is of course much friendlier for petite riders, only 765 mm.

2. Comparison of features

Yamaha NMAX itself has fairly sophisticated features, starting from LED headlamps and stop lamps, dual channel ABS brakes, digital instrument panels, smart key systems, power outlets, TCS (Traction Control System), keyless and Y-Connect which can connect smartphones. with motorcycle.

Meanwhile, the Honda ADV 160 has full LED lights with DRL, ABS brakes, keyless, USB charger, ESS (Emergency Stop Signal), ISS (Idling Stop System), and most recently HSTC (Honda Selectable Torque Control).

What is highlighted from the ADV 160 is the HSTC feature and its new and complete full digital instrument panel, with information on rpm, tachometer, trip duration, battery indicator, outside temperature indicator, average fuel consumption, instant fuel consumption, usage indicator. engine oil, hours, also Trip A and Trip B.

3. Comparison of engine performance

Moving on to performance matters, the Honda ADV 160 carries a 160 cc 4 valve ESP PGM-FI engine with liquid cooling. This machine is claimed to be able to spit out power up to 15.8 hp at 8,500 rpm, with torque reaching 14.7 Nm at 6,500 rpm.

The Yamaha NMAX uses a liquid-cooled 155 cc 1-cylinder 4-valve engine with Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) technology, which is capable of producing up to 15.1 hp of power at 8,000 rpm and 13.9 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm.

Finally, one of the determining factors is the price. Yamaha NMAX is currently being sold from IDR 31,115,000 to IDR 35,250,000. Meanwhile, the Honda ADV 160 is sold from IDR 36 million to IDR 39,250,000.

So what do you prefer, which one of these two motorbikes do you prefer?