Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160 vs Honda Xblade 160
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160 vs Honda Xblade 160. Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160: 15.5 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 148 kg (curb/wet weight) weight, top speed ~125 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Honda Xblade 160: 13.4 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 142 kg (curb/kerb weight) weight, top speed ~120 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 7.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160
Honda Xblade 160
Horsepower (hp)
15.5 hp
13.4 hp
Torque (Nm)
14.6 Nm
14.7 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
125 km/h
120 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
148 kg
142 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
15.5 hp @ 8,500 rpm
13.4 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
14.6 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
14.7 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
~125 km/h
~120 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
148 kg (curb/wet weight)
142 kg (curb/kerb weight)
Fuel
approximately 3.2 L/100km or ~31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Approximately 2.9 L/100km or ~34–36 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160
7.0/10
"Honest, capable commuter that rewards careful buyers willing to inspect thoroughly."
Pros
+Punchy usable mid-range torque
+USD forks feel genuinely planted
+Low running and service costs
Cons
−Handlebar vibration at highway speeds
−Throttle body carbon buildup issues
−Cheap fairing clips crack easily
Honda Xblade 160
7.0/10
"Solid urban commuter hiding behind sporty looks that mostly deliver."
Pros
+Punchy fuel-injected engine
+Distinctive aggressive styling
+Strong Honda reliability record
Cons
−Rear shock deteriorates quickly
−Firm seat, long distances
−No ABS option available
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