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Dear Customer,
Congratulations on becoming the proud owner of a “Avenger 160 Street” motorcycle, one of the
finest motorcycles in the country.
Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important. Hence, before you ride the bike,
please read this Owner's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the operating mechanism,
controls and maintenance requirements. This will ensure you a long and trouble free ownership
experience.
To keep your bike in perfect running condition and ensure consistent performance, we have
specially programmed the periodic maintenance services which includes 3 Free and subsequent
Paid services.
We earnestly advise you to avail all these services at any of our Vehicle Dealers or Authorised
Service Dealers (ASD) as per the schedule contained in this booklet. They are well equipped with
all necessary facilities / genuine parts / oil and trained manpower. All this would ensure better
care of your bike.
Your “Avenger 160 Street” has been provided with a warranty of 5 Years or 75,000 Kms.
whichever occurs earlier from the date of sale. For details please refer to “Warranty : Scope &
Limits” given in this manual.
Should you require any additional information feel free to contact us on helpline numbers or e-mail
us at: customerservice@bajajauto.co.in or visit the Bajaj Auto website www.bajajauto.com
Thank you for choosing a Avenger and wish you unlimited miles of happy riding !!
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
BAJAJ AUTO LIMITED
Table of Contents
Description Safety and Warning information :
1. Technical Specifications 1
2. Identification Data 3 Warning : This indicates that a potential
3. Location of Parts 4 hazard or injury to you or other persons &
4. Steering cum Ignition lock 5 to the vehicle can happen if advice
5. Fuel Tank Cap / Fuel Tap 6 provided is not followed.
6. Speedometer Details 7
7. Speedometer Setting 8
8. Control Switches 9-10
Caution : This indicates that a potential
hazard that could result in vehicle
9. Removal & Fitment of Side Covers 11
damage. Follow the Advice provided with
10. Battery / Tool kit 12
the caution.
11. Daily Safety Checks 13
12. How to ride your Bike 14
13. Safe Riding Tips 18 Notice:
14. Engine Oil 19 The description and illustration in this booklet
15. Battery 20 are not to be taken as binding on the
16. Wheels - Tyre 21 manufacturers. The essential features of the
17. Periodic Maintenance Information 22 type described and illustrated herein remaining
18. Free Service Guidelines 25 unaltered. Bajaj Auto Limited reserves the
19. Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart 26 right to carry out at any moment without
20. Non Use Maintenance 31 being obliged to bring this booklet upto-date
21. Delivery Certificate 32 & to do modifications on the vehicle, parts or
22. Warranty Scope & Limit 33 accessories as may be convenient and
23. Battery Warranty Card necessary.
Technical Specifications
Engine : 4 stroke, DTSi Brakes
Bore X Stroke : 58 mm x 60.7 mm Front Brake : Hydraulic disc brake.
Rear Brake : Mechanical expanding
Eng. Displacement : 160.37cc shoe.
Compression Ratio : 9.8 + 0.5 : 1 Fuel Tank Capacity
Full : 13 liters
Idling Speed : 1400 + 100
Reserve : 3.8 liters
Max. Net Power : 15 PS at 8500 + 250 Dimensions
RPM
Length : 2186 mm
Max. Net Torque : 13.5 Nm at 7000 + 250 Width : 806 mm
RPM Height : 1070 mm
Ignition System : DC CDI Wheel base : 1480 mm
Spark Plug : Champion RG4HC Ground Clearance : 169 mm
Tyre Size
Spark Plug Gap : 0.7 to 0.8 mm.
Front - Tubeless Tyre : 90/90 - 17, 49P
Transmission : 5 speed constant mesh Rear - Tubeless Tyre : 130/90 -15, 66P
Gear Shifting Tyre Pressure
Pattern : 1 Down 4 Up Front : 1.5Kg/cm2 (21PSI)
Engine Lubrication : Wet sump, forced Rear (Solo) : 1.5Kg/cm2 (21PSI)
2
Rear (with Pillion ) : 1.75Kg/cm (25PSI)
Cooling System : Air cooled Vehicle Kerb Weight : 154 kg.
Starting Aid : Electric Starter Gross Vehicle Weight : 284 kg.
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Technical Specifications
Electrical System : 12 Volts DC Single Channel ABS unit for Front brake is
Battery : 12V, 4Ah VRLA fitted on this vehicle.
Head Lamp : 55/60W (Blue Tinge) ABS System Information :
DRL : LED • Always maintain a safe distance between
you and objects ahead. Vehicle speeds
Tail / Stop Lamp : Bulb 5/21W should always be reduced during extreme
Turn Signal Lamp : Bulb 10W road conditions. The braking distance for
Speedometer Illumination : Bulb 4W motorcycle equipped with an anti-lock
braking system may be longer than for
Bajaj Logo : LED those without it on rough road conditions.
Fuel Gauge : Analogue During these conditions the vehicle should
be driven at reduced speeds.
Reserve Indicator : Analogue
• When you apply Front brake under
Neutral Indicator : LED
conditions which may lock the wheels,
High Beam Indicator : LED you feel a corresponding sensation
Turn Pilot Indicator : Bulb 1.7W (pulsation) in Front brake lever. This is
normal and it means your ABS is active.
Low Battery Indicator : LED
• Also it is recommended to use both front
ABS Indicator : LED & rear brakes simultaneously.
Rear Number Plate Lamp : Bulb 5W • Always slow down when cornering. The
Horn : 12V DC anti-lock brake system cannot prevent
accidents resulting from excessive speeds.
Note :
• All dimensions are under UNLADEN condition. • This vehicle complies to BS IV standards.
• Above information is subject to change without any notice. 2 • DRL is government regulation.
Identification Data
The Frame and Engine serial numbers are used to register the motorcycle. They are the unique
alpha-numeric codes to identify your particular vehicle from others of the same model and type.
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Location of Parts
Digital
Fuel Tank Cap Speedometer
Grab Handle /
Pillion Back Rest. Rear
Shock Absorber Visor
Front Fork
Number plate
Lamp
Pillion Brake
Foot Rest Disc
Sensor
Sensor Disc
Disc Front
Rear Brake
Pedal
4
Steering cum Ignition Lock
5
8 9 10
1 6
4 7 11
2
3
1. Speedometer : The speedometer needle 7. Turn Signal Indicator (LH & RH): It blinks
shows the speed of the vehicle in Km/Hr. when Turn signal switch is turned to L/R
2. Odometer : It shows the total distance that side.
the vehicle has covered. 8. N e u t r a l I n d i c a t o r L i g h t : W h e n
3. Trip Meter : It shows the distance travelled transmission is in neutral, the neutral
since it was last reset to zero. indicator will glow.
4. Mode Button : For selecting & resetting 9. Fuel level indicator: It shows approx.
‘TRIP’. available fuel in fuel tank. Red zone indicates
5. Bajaj Logo : Bajaj logo flying ‘B’. reserve.
6. ABS Indicator ( ): With Ignition switch ON 10.Low Battery Indicator : It indicates battery
the ABS indicator glows. W hen vehicle needs charging.
speed is more than 5 Km/h the ABS indicator 11.Hi Beam Indicator Light : When the H/L is
goes off, if this indicator glows while vehicle ON & the hi beam is selected then indicator
is running, it means there is problem in ABS light will glow.
unit. 7
Speedometer Setting
Mode button
After power on speedometer pointer moves from 0 to 140 Trip Meter Reset :
& returns back to Zero. • Mode button is provided for selecting & resetting
Odometer (ODO) : ‘TRIP’.
• 6 digits with 'ODO' & 'km' icons.
• After 9,99,999 Km, the odometer display rolls over to 0 1. Press mode button Mode changes from
and continue updating. for less than 2 sec. ODO - TRIP - ODO
Trip Meter (TRIP): 2. Press mode button TRIP meter reading will
• 4 digits with a decimal point after third digit & 'TRIP' for more than 5 sec. reset to zero.
icon. ODO meter reading can
• Rolls over to zero after 999.9 Km & continue updating. not be resetted.
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Control Switch - LH
A D
A. High / Low Beam Switch : When D. Pass Switch : Press the switch to flash
headlight is ON, High or Low beam can be the head light. It is used to give signal to
selected with this switch. vehicles coming from opposite side while
: High Beam : Low beam overtaking.
B. Turn Signal Switch : When the turn signal High / Low Headlamp Effect of
switch is turned to Left ( ) or Right ( ) beam Switch Status Pass Switch
the corresponding turn signals flash on and Low beam Low beam ‘ON’ Hi beam ‘ON’
off. To stop blinking push the switch in &
release.
Hi beam Hi beam ‘ON’ No change
C. Horn Button : Press for sound horn.
B F
E
C
D
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How to Ride Your Bike
Starting The Engine : Note : When the engine is already warm on hot
• Keep fuel tap to ON or RES position. days (Higher than 350C), open the throttle part
• Turn ignition / kill switch to ON position. away instead of using the choke, and then start
the engine.
• Confirm that transmission is in neutral.
• If the engine is cold or when starting for Caution : Do not operate the starter
first time, use choke for quick starting. Continuously for more than 5 seconds. Wait
• Keep throttle completely closed, press for 15 seconds before you recrank.
starter button “ ”. Note : The motorcycle is equipped with a starter
• When the engine is warmed up enough to lockout switch. The starter switch will operate
idle without using choke, return the choke only when transmission is in neutral or clutch
to “OFF” position. lever depressed.
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How to Ride Your Bike
Fuel Saving Tips : Ensure following maintenance points to get
A well maintained vehicle and good driving optimum performance from your bike.
can contribute a lot to the saving of petrol.
Following are a few simple fuel saving tips. Fuel Check fuel lines & connections
for leakage.
Good Riding Habits :
Spark Plugs Inspect and clean spark plugs.
• Ride smoothly and steadily at an optimum
Adjust electrode gap. Replace
driving speed of 40 to 50 Km/h
spark plugs as per P.M. Chart.
• Avoid harsh braking.
• Change the gear judiciously according to Air Filter Clean the air filter element
the speed and load requirement. periodically. Replace as per
• Don’t overload the vehicle above the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
specified payload. Engine Oil Check engine oil level. Always
• Use the accelerator judiciously. use recommended grade and
• Cut off the engine if you want to stop for quantity.
more than two minutes. Brakes Ensure that the brakes are not
How to check mileage (Fuel efficiency) dragging / binding.
Best way to calculate mileage is by following Clutch Ensure correct clutch lever
the full tank to full tank method. play.
• Fill way tank full up to small mouth (brim). Tyre Air Always maintain recommended
• Run the bike for say 100 km.
• Fill the tank full again in same fuel filling Pressure tyre pressure.
station, probably with same fuel dispenser. Carburettor Clean & adjust the carburettor.
• Divide kilometer run / fuel quantity filled. Adjust idling speed.
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Safe Riding Tips
Safe Riding Tips • Drive cautiously. Start early & reach your destination
• Always wear Helmet while driving or riding. Your safely.
helmet should conform to appropriate Indian • Always carry vehicle registration & insurance papers,
standards. and a valid driving licence with you.
• Read thoroughly the instructions • Avoid driving on loose sand or stones where vehicle
given in this manual and follow is likely to skid.
them carefully. • Properly wrap-up loose clothes while driving or riding
• Avoid unnecessary accessories to avoid entangling in wheel or other objects on road.
for the safety of both rider and • Always concentrate on riding for safety.
other motorists.
• Get familiar and follow traffic rules & regulations in Monsoon Care :
your states as well as general traffic signs. • It is suggested to customer to take appropriate care
• Familiarise yourself well with starting, acceleration and in area of heavy monsoon or high rainfall area. The
braking of the vehicle. appropriate surface preventive coat to avoid rusting /
• When applying the brakes, use both front & rear poor surface finish on account of adverse atmospheric
conditions.
brakes simultaneously. Applying only one brake may
cause the vehicle to loose control. • Vehicle cleaning to be done with soft & clean wet
• Riding at proper speed and avoiding unnecessary cloth to avoid scratches on painted parts.
acceleration and braking are important not only for • Clean & lubricate all the important parts as detailed in
safety and low fuel consumption, but also for longer a periodic maintenance chart.
life of the vehicle. • Do not apply direct water jet on painted, electrical /
• During monsoon drive the vehicle more cautiously. electronic parts.
Remember vehicles skid more easily during light • Do not obstruct engine cooling by adding mud
showers. protection sheet from front.
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Engine Oil
A : Oil Recommended Engine Oil:
filler
cap
Always insist on Bajaj DTS-i
Engine Oil for optimum engine
performance and warranty
A
benefits. It is a specially
formulated oil for vehicles with
B DTS-i engines.
B : Oil
C
level Recommended
D Model Engine oil Grade
gauge
Avenger Bajaj DTS-i SAE 20W50 API
Engine Oil Level Checking : 160 Street 10000 ‘SL’ or JASO ‘MA’
• Check engine oil level every day. Park
vehicle on level surface.
• Engine oil replacement frequency : 1st service &
• Check oil level through oil level gauge ‘B’.
then every 10,000 Km.
• Always maintain engine oil level between
• Engine oil level top-up frequency : Every 5000 km.
upper (C) and lower (D) mark provided on
Cover RH. Top up with specified grade of CAUTION :
oil if the oil level is below lower level mark. • It is most important to adhere to
• Completely tighten oil filler cap after oil recommended grade & frequency of oil
filling is over. change for the purpose of long life of
Engine Oil Capacity : critical engine components. For details
• Refill at servicing : 1000 ml. refer periodic maintenance chart.
• During engine overhaul : 1100 ml. • Do not reuse drained oil.
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Battery
• It is always recommended to hand over
the same to the Authorised battery / Bajaj
dealer for proper disposal of the same.
• When low battery icon pop-up, it is
advised to reach Bajaj dealer & get it
charged immediately.
• Warranty on battery is 18 months from the
date of purchase of vehicle.
Front 21 PSI
Tubeless Tyre :
Avenger 160
The main advantage of tubeless tyres is in Rear (Solo) 21 PSI
Street
case of puncture the rate of air leak is very
slow, hence customer can easily drive the Rear (with Pillion) 25 PSI
vehicle upto nearest puncture repair shop for
removing puncture. Note : Incase the motorcycle is fitted with
imported tyres. compliance to respective indian
standard & central motor vehicle rules has been
CAUTION : The walls of the tyres in ensured.
contact with the wheel rim seals air &
should not be damaged in any way during
fitment / removal of tyre.
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Periodic Maintenance Information
Matte finish painted parts cleaning
Do’s :
• Use Colin or dish washing detergent
solution for cleaning. (1 spoon in ½ bucket)
Remove foreign substances like insect
remains, road debris using a soft brush.
MIN • Use microfiber cleaning cloths Ex.- Muslin
cloth for painted parts cleaning.
Don’ts :
• Do not use wax/spray/products made for
normal glossy paint for cleaning.
Front Brake Fluid Level • Do not use products that are even mildly
abrasive, such as polishes, glazes, or
• Front brake fluid master cylinder reservoir is rubbing compounds.
located near RH switch on handle bar.
• To check oil level, keep the vehicle on • Do not use mechanical cleaners/polishers.
Centre stand with handle bar in straight • Do not use terrycloth or paper towels or
position. shine enhancement products.
• Always ensure that brake fluid level is above • Do not rub the finish vigorously, this will
‘MIN’ mark given on inspection window. burnish the paint finish, causing a
• Use only DOT 4 brake fluid (from sealed permanent shiny spot. Shiny spots cannot
container) to top up if required. be removed.
• Change the brake fluid as per periodic • No Polishing/Teflon coating on painted
maintenance schedule. parts.
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Periodic Maintenance Information
Spark Plug Drive Chain Slackness
• Remove spark plugs • Chain slackness will have to be adjusted
by using plug spanner. whenever required.
• Clean the spark plugs. 0.7 to
0.8 mm • Std. Chain slackness 25 ~ 35 mm.
• Adjust the gaps if • Marking on chain adjusters should be
incorrect by bending identically positioned on both sides.
outer electrode carefully.
Spark Plug Gap : 0.7 to 0.8 mm.
Spark Plug (2 Nos.) : Champion RG4HC
LH RH
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Periodic Maintenance Information
Drive Drive
Chain Chain
Cleaning Lubrication
Drive chain must be cleaned & lubricated as Method of Sealed Drive Chain Lubrication :
per periodic maintenance schedule. • Park vehicle perpendicular to the ground on level
Sealed Drive Chain surface. Clean the chain by using lint free cloth (If
excessive mud / slush found approach Bajaj
• ‘O’ rings must always be kept wet for
Service Center for proper cleaning)
best performance hence lubricate every • Shake the can vigorously by holding vertically
500 Km. upright till the noise of steel ball inside heard
• O-ring chain lubrication can easily be uniformly.
• Hold spray can at the back of rear sprocket with
done by owners using Bajaj ‘Chain Lube extension tube nose at 5~10 cm.
Spray Can’ available with Bajaj dealers. • Rotate the wheel in reverse direction & spray the
lube on middle portion of the chain up to full
length of the chain.
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Free Service Guidelines Customer ID :
Availing all Free / Paid Services, replacing mandatory periodic parts & engine oil will entitle warranty eligibility.
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Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart
RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY
Sr.
st nd rd
Servicing 1 Free 2 Free 3 Free
Operation Every Remark
No. 500 4500 9500 5000 Km after
Kms ~ ~ ~ Previous Service
750 5000 10000
Ensure to prevent water
1 Water wash & dry the vehicle entry in Petrol tank,
completely Silencer & electrical
Parts. Use caustic free
detergent for washing.
3 Oil strainer CL CL CL CL CL
13 Sealed drive chain CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A Customer to apply OKS
cleaning & lubrication chain lub spray at every
500 kms.
16 Brake cam & brake pedal pivot pin C,L,R C C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R Use AP grease.
17 Brake lining and brake pad - C,R C,R C,R R C,R C,R R
Check wear indicator
18 Brake fluid level - top up / replace C,A,R C,A R Use brake fluid (DOT4)
20 All cables & rear brake pedal-free play C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A Use recommended free
play gauge.
21 Battery charge condition C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A Use Midtronics tester
22 Wiring harness & Battery connections- C,A,L,T C,A,L,T C,A,L,T C,A,L,T C,A,L,T C,A,L,T C,A,L,T C,A,L,T Apply petroleum jelly on
routing, tie bands & clamps tightness. battery terminals.
Tick in the box after replacing the periodic parts. 28
Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart
RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY
Sr.
st nd rd
Servicing 1 Free 2 Free 3 Free
Operation Every Remark
No. 500 4500 9500 5000 Km after
Kms ~ ~ ~ Previous Service
750 5000 10000
23 Ignition switch barrel cleaning C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL Use WD40 spray
24 Handle bar control switches C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL Use WD40 spray
contacts cleaning
25 Steering play C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A
27 Main stand & side stand pin CL,L CL,L CL,L CL,L Use AP grease.
28 All fasteners tightness C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T
31 Idle speed / CO% C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A
33 SAI, EVAP hoses - Check functionality, C,R C,R C,R C,R C,R C,R C,R C,R Replace if cut / damaged
leakage or any other damage
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Non-Use Maintenance
Non-use maintenance is necessary if a vehicle wheels.
remains off road for a longer duration (more • Do not apply oil on front brake disc, to
than 15 days**). The correct and careful non- prevent rusting. If the front brake disc rusts
use maintenance carried out before storing during storage, do not attempt to clean it
the vehicle will prevent the vehicle from with soap water. The rust will go off
rusting and from such other non-operational automatically during first few application of
damages like fire hazards. brake.
• Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly. ** For Battery :
• Empty the fuel from the fuel tank and a. Remove battery and keep it on wooden
carburettor float bowl (if fuel is left in for a plank, in properly ventilated area.
longer time, the fuel will break and gummy b. Before taking the vehicle for use.
substance could clog the carburettor). • Get the battery recharged from the
• Remove spark plug & put several drops of Authorised Service Center / Battery Dealer.
engine oil into the cylinder. Kick engine • Apply petroleum jelly on battery terminals.
over slowly a few times to coat cylinder
wall with oil & install back spark plug. Preparation for regular use after storage :
• Set the vehicle on a box or a stand so that • Follow daily safety checks.
both wheels are raised off the ground.
• Spray oil on all unpainted metal surfaces to
prevent rusting. Avoid getting oil on rubber
parts or brake liners.
• Cover entire vehicle neatly. Make sure that
storage area is well ventilated & free from
any source of flames or spark.
• Fill 10% excess air pressure in both
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Delivery Certificate
FRAME NO. :
Dealer Code :
Dealer Name :
Address :
Customer's Signature (To be filled in by the dealer) Contact No. :
SERVICE RECORD
Sr. Age Specific Dealer’s Stamp * Code For Remarks:
Date Gravity Voltage Remarks & Signature * Code
No. Mths. LL : Low electrolyte level.
1 AE : Electrical system needs attention.
2 IR : Insufficient running of vehicle.
3 CB : Cover broken.
4 BC : Broken Container.
5 PM : Poor maintenance.
6 BA : Battery abused.
Note : Customer should insist that “Service Record" must be filled by respective authorised battery dealer as proof of specified
maintenance for easy settlement of claim, if any.
TO BE FILLED IN BY BATTERY DEALERS / DISTRIBUTORS
IN CASE OF CLAIM
Name of Dealer & Code :__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Date of claim :________________________________________________Battery Type :_______________
Serial No. :__________________________________________________Date of Fitment :______________