Honda PCX 160 vs Honda ADV 160: which should you rent?
Both cost IDR 200k a day with us. Choose the PCX 160 for a smooth, quiet ride, big storage and a lower seat. Choose the ADV 160 for a taller stance and longer suspension that cope better with rough lanes and potholes, as long as you are comfortable with a taller seat.
The Honda PCX 160 and the Honda ADV 160 share a 160 cc engine, but they are built for different roads. The PCX is the refined city and highway scooter. The ADV is the adventure-styled one for rough surfaces.
Side by side
| Honda PCX 160 | Honda ADV 160 | |
|---|---|---|
| Rental class | Medium bikes | Medium bikes |
| Price per day | IDR 200k | IDR 200k |
| Deposit | IDR 500,000 | IDR 500,000 |
| Engine | 160 cc | 160 cc |
| Type | Premium maxi scooter | Adventure-style scooter |
| Gears | Automatic | Automatic |
| Riders | 2 | 2 |
| Best for | Smooth, quiet everyday riding | Rough roads and a tall riding position |
Choose the Honda PCX 160 if
- You live and ride mostly on paved roads.
- You want the smoothest, quietest ride.
- You are shorter and want a lower seat.
Choose the Honda ADV 160 if
- You ride rough lanes, back roads or sandy tracks.
- You want a taller position and better visibility.
- You do not mind a taller, heavier bike.
Our verdict
If your accommodation is down a bumpy lane, or you like to explore, take the ADV 160. Otherwise the PCX 160 is the easier everyday bike.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the PCX or the ADV?
They cost the same with us: IDR 200k a day, with a deposit of IDR 500,000.
Which is better for rough roads?
The ADV 160, thanks to its taller stance and longer suspension.
Which is better for shorter riders?
The PCX 160 has the lower seat.
Which has more storage?
The PCX has the larger under-seat storage.