Suzuki, together with its Chinese partner Haojue, is developing an entry-level 160cc adventure motorcycle that appears to be the basis for the new V-Strom 160. At least that's what can be inferred from the motorcycle's design, after looking at the patent images that were recently leaked. The motorcycle in the pictures appears to have borrowed design cues from Suzuki's V-Strom 1050, which is itself inspired by the legendary Suzuki DR Big. The prominent beak at the front looks like the big Suzuki V-Strom, while the vertically stacked headlamp is most likely going to be an all-LED unit. 

Above the headlamp, there is a large windscreen, which should be adjustable, given the application of the motorcycle. Other notable design elements include a high mounted handlebar with integrated handguards. Also, expect a full digital instrument cluster, going by today's standard. The stepped single-piece seat is wide and spacious, while the ergonomics should be upright enough for long highway stints. Moving to the rear, the sleek tail section with a large grab handle has an integrated luggage rack. The bike is expected to feature single-channel ABS. As far as suspension is concerned, expect a basic telescopic fork and rear monoshock setup, the latter being adjustable for preload.

It looks like the powertrain is borrowed from the Haojue DR160S that is sold in China, apparent when you compare the engine architecture. And just to be clear, this motorcycle has nothing to do with the Gixxer 150 sold in Nepal. The Haojue 162cc fuel-injected, single-cylinder engine makes around 15hp at 8,000rpm and 14Nm of peak torque at 6,500rpm. These figures are expected to remain the same in the 160cc V-Strom as well. That said, it will be interesting to see the kind of gearing that'll be employed.

If this motorcycle makes it to production, Suzuki may sell the V-Strom 160 in China and position it above the Haojue model. It may also introduce V-Strom 160 in a few markets outside China. However, the chances of the motorcycle making it to Nepal are bleak at the moment. At present the 200cc-250cc segment is witnessing a lot of action, with the impressive BS6 Hero Xpulse 200 and the soon to be launched KTM 250 Adventure. Suzuki, for sure, would like to have a slice of this pie. For more information about auto news in Nepal, stay tune with us. Suzuki V-Strom 160  in Nepal isn't surely impossible but we have good enough patience.