Side-by-Side Bike Comparison ¡ September 2026

Hero Thriller 160R 4V vs PHP Merkaba Plus 150

Technical comparison of performance curves, real-world dyno numbers, verified ratings, and full dynamic spec sheets.

⚡ Power Leader
Hero Thriller 160R 4V
Hero

Hero Thriller 160R 4V

Hero Thriller 160R 4V
Engine 160 cc
Power 16.67 bhp
Mileage 40 kmpl
Brakes / ABS Dual-ch. ABS
Price in BD ā§ŗ255,000
Details
💎 Best Value
PHP Merkaba Plus 150
PHP

PHP Merkaba Plus 150

PHP Merkaba Plus 150
Engine 150 cc
Power 11.2 bhp
Mileage 55 kmpl
Brakes / ABS No
Price in BD ā§ŗ175,000
Details
01 / Bottom-Line Takeaway

Quick Verdict

POWER & HARDWARE #1
Hero Thriller 160R 4V (Hero Thriller 160R 4V)

The Performance Benchmark

Delivers class-leading punch with 16.67 bhp and sharp throttle response. Backed by Dual-ch. ABS for riders demanding confidence in high-speed and emergency scenarios.

Best for: Highway tours, enthusiast riding, emergency brake safety.
VALUE CHAMPION #2
PHP Merkaba Plus 150 (PHP Merkaba Plus 150)

The Value Argument

Maximizes features per taka spent at ā§ŗ175,000. Ideal balance of equipment and accessible dealer pricing without sacrificing daily road manners.

Best for: Budget-conscious riders looking for modern styling.
02 / Engine Output Benchmarks

The Dyno Room

Peak Bhp & Torque Scaled
Peak Power Output (Bhp) Top: 16.67 Bhp
Hero Thriller 160R 4V (Hero Thriller 160R 4V) 16.67 bhp @ 8500 rpm
PHP Merkaba Plus 150 (PHP Merkaba Plus 150) 11.2 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Peak Torque Delivery (Nm) Top: 14.6 Nm
Hero Thriller 160R 4V (Hero Thriller 160R 4V) 14.6 Nm @ 6500 rpm
PHP Merkaba Plus 150 (PHP Merkaba Plus 150) 11 Nm @ 7500 rpm

Claimed Top Speeds

125 km/h
Hero Thriller 160R 4V (Hero Thriller 160R 4V)
90 km/h
PHP Merkaba Plus 150 (PHP Merkaba Plus 150)
Dyno takeaway: Engine cooling hardware (liquid vs oil vs air) and gear ratios determine how long peak power can be sustained on open highway runs.
03 / Multi-Vector Scorecard

AI Analysis Engine

Rule-Based Specs Synthesizer

AI Engine Recommendation

Comparing power-to-weight, braking safety gear, real mileage data, and dealer price points across this matchup. Use the 5-point radar breakdown below to balance your budget against your daily riding style.

Hero

Hero Thriller 160R 4V (Hero Thriller 160R 4V)

8.5 / 10
Performance 9.5
Comfort 7.1
Tech & Features 9.4
Fuel Economy 8.5
Value for Money 8
PHP

PHP Merkaba Plus 150 (PHP Merkaba Plus 150)

8 / 10
Performance 8.4
Comfort 6.7
Tech & Features 6.8
Fuel Economy 9.5
Value for Money 8.8
06 / Full Technical Comparison

Specification Sheet

Bike Information 11
Bike Name Hero Thriller 160R 4V PHP Merkaba Plus 150
Brand Hero PHP
CC 160 150
Regular Price 255000 175000
Bike Type Standard Standard
Distributor/Seller HMCL Niloy Bangladesh Limited PHP Automobiles Ltd
Model Year 2024 N/A
Brand Origin India Bangladesh
Made In India Bangladesh
Assemble In Bangladesh Bangladesh
Launched Date 2024-02-07 N/A
Engine 15
Engine Type 4 – Stroke Single Cylinder 4 – Stroke Single Cylinder
Displacement 163 149.2
Maximum Power 16.67 Bhp @ 8500 RPM 11.2 Bhp @ 8500 RPM
Maximum Torque 14.6 NM @ 6500 RPM 11 NM @ 7500 RPM
Bore 66.5 mm 62 mm
Stroke 47.0 mm 49.5 mm
Compression Ratio 10.1:1 9.0:1
Valves 4 2
Fuel Supply Fuel Injection Carburetor
No of Cylinders 1 1
Engine Cooling Air/Oil Cooled Air Cooled
Starting Method Electric Kick & Electric
Engine Oil Grade 10W30 20W40
Engine Oil Capacity 1.15 L(Without Filter) 900 ml (Without Filter)
Best Lube For Mobil Super Moto 10W30 Mobil Super Moto 20W40 4T
Transmission 4
Transmission Type Manual Manual
No of Gears 5 5
Clutch Type Wet-multiplate Wet
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Mileage & Top Speed 2
Mileage 40 Kmpl (Approx) 55 Kmpl (Approx)
Top Speed 125 Kmph (Approx) 90 Kmph (Approx)
Chassis & Suspension 3
Chassis Type Tubular Underbone Diamond Type N/A
Front Suspension Upside Down Fork Telescopic, Hydraulic Type
Rear Suspension Monoshock 5 step adjustable shock absorber
Brakes 6
Front Brake Type Disc Brake Single Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc Brake Drum Brake
Front Brake Diameter 276 mm N/A
Rear Brake Diameter 220 mm N/A
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Dual Channel ABS No
Braking System Dual Channel ABS N/A
Wheels & Tyres 4
Front Tyre Size 100/80 - 17 2.75-18
Rear Tyre Size 130/70 - R17 3.00-18
Tyre Type Tubeless Tubetyre
Wheel Type Alloy Alloy
Dimensions 8
Overall Length 2029 Mm 2071 mm
Overall Width 793 Mm 730 mm
Height 1052 Mm 1110 mm
Ground Clearance 165 Mm 150 mm
Weight 144 kg 112 Kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 12L 14 L
Wheelbase 1333 Mm 1290 mm
Seat Height 795 Mm 750 mm
Electricals 5
Battery Type MF MF
Battery Voltage 12V 6Ah 12v
Head Light LED 35W/35W Halogen (AHO)
Tail Light LED Halogen
Indicators LED Halogen
Features 8
Speedometer Digital Info-Not-Available
Odometer Digital Info-Not-Available
RPM Meter Digital Info-Not-Available
Handle Type Pipe handle bar Pipe handle bar
Seat Type Split-Seat Single-Seat
Passenger Grab Rail Yes Yes
Engine Kill Switch Yes Yes
Additional Feature Bluetooth, Find my vehicle N/A
07 / Video & Photo Showcase

Media & Gallery

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Hero Thriller 160R 4V

Hero Thriller 160R 4V (Hero Thriller 160R 4V)

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PHP Merkaba Plus 150

PHP Merkaba Plus 150 (PHP Merkaba Plus 150)

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