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TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar N160 Comparison

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₹1.12 Lakh

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₹2,072

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₹2,145

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Brochure
Rating
3.8
4.3

Engine Type
SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI
Displacement
160 cc
164.82 cc
Max Torque
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder
2
2
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Fuel Supply
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Clutch
Slipper Clutch
-
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
No. of Cylinders
-
1

Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Techometer
Digital
-
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Additional Features Of Variant
Glide Through Technology, Maximum Power - (Urabn / Rain) - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban / Rain) - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm, Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3, Max speed Urban/ Rain - 97 kmph
Mobile Notifications, Gear Position Indicators
Seat Type
Split
Single
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Call/SMS Alerts
-
USB Charging Port
-
Clock
-
Passenger Footrest
-
Average Fuel economy Indicator
-
Distance to Empty Indicator
-

Riding Modes
Rain,Sports,Urban
-
Additional Features
Glide Through Technology, Maximum Power - (Urabn / Rain) - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban / Rain) - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm, Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3, Max speed Urban/ Rain - 97 kmph
Mobile Notifications, Gear Position Indicators
Display
Mobile Application
-
Speedometer
-
Digital
Odometer
-
Digital
Tripmeter
-
Digital
Fuel Gauge
-
Digital
Pass Switch
-
Clock
-
Passenger Footrest
-
Real Time Mileage Indicator
-

Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes

Width
730 mm
-
Length
2085 mm
-
Height
1105 mm
-
Fuel Capacity
12 L
14 L
Saddle Height
790 mm
795 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
165 mm
Wheelbase
1300 mm
1358 mm
Kerb Weight
137 kg
147 kg

Headlight
LED
LED
Tail Light
LED
-
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED
DRLs
Low Oil Indicator
-
Low Fuel Indicator
Taillight
-
LED
Projector Headlights
-
Distance to Empty Indicator
-
Average Fuel economy Indicator
-

Front Brake Diameter
270 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
130 mm
230 mm

Top Speed
107 kmph
120 kmph
Power to Weight Ratio (PS/tonne)
0.0861 kw/kg
-
0-100 Kmph (sec)
-
16.55s

Peak Power
17.6 PS @ 9250 rpm
16 PS @ 8750 rpm
Drive Type
X-ring chain
Chain Drive
Battery Type
Lead Acid
-
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
-
Transmission
Manual
Manual

Suspension Front
Telescopic forks
Telescopic Forks (37 mm)
Suspension Rear
Monotube Inverted Gas filled shox (MIG) with spring aid
Nitrox Monoshock
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type
Alloy
Alloy
Frame
Double Cradle Synchro STIFF
-
Tubeless Tyre
Tubeless
Tubeless

Overall Mileage
47 Kmpl
59.11 kmpl
User Reported Mileage
45 Kmpl
-
Expert Mileage
61 Kmpl
-
City Mileage
-
59.11 kmpl
Highway Mileage
-
44.38 kmpl
Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)
-
9.44s
Acceleration (0-100 Kmph)
-
16.55s
Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)
-
16.55s
Roll-ons (40-80 kmph)
-
8.14s
Braking (60-0 Kmph)
-
18.64m
Braking (80-0 Kmph)
-
33.91m

Mobile Application
-

Calls & Messaging
-

TVS Apache RTR 160 Comparison with similar bikes

Bajaj Pulsar N160 Comparison with similar bikes

Pros And Cons

Pros
Cons

TVS Apache RTR 160

  • Strong mid-range performance for city riding
  • Excellent handling and agility
  • Comfortable suspension for daily roads
  • Reliable build quality and finish
  • Useful connected features on top variants

Bajaj Pulsar N160

  • Smooth, low-vibration performance with a tractable torque curve.
  • Confident, stable braking in all conditions.
  • Real-world fuel efficiency of ~38+ kmpl.
  • Nimble handling and upright ergonomics for daily use.

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