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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon or TVS Apache RTR 160? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar 125 Neon and Apache RTR 160. Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon Price starts at Rs.81,843 (ex-showroom) for Disc CBS BS6 and TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs.1.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Edition. Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.64 bhp @ 8500 rpm power whereas TVS Apache RTR 160 is a 1 cylinder, 159 cc Engine can generate 15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar 125 Neon provides a mileage of 51.46 kmpl (base model), and Apache RTR 160 has a mileage of 61 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon is available in 1 colours & 3 variants whereas TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 6 colours & 5 variants.

Pulsar 125 Neon vs Apache RTR 160

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar 125 NeonTVS Apache RTR 160
PriceRs.81,843Rs.1.20 Lakh
Engine Capacity124.4 cc159.7 cc
Power11.64 bhp @ 8500 rpm15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Mileage/Range51.46 kmpl61 kmpl
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
91,910
Price Breakup
1.44 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.1
4.0
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Displacement
124.4 cc
159.7 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
Single Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Dual Piston
Dual Piston
Front Disc Size
-
270
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
25
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
25
Front Wheel Size
17
17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
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Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
28
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic
Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension
Twin Gas Shock
Mono Shock
Front Tyre Size
80/100 - 17
90/90 - 17

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
-
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Touch Screen Display
-
Fuel level guage
Digital
check
Gear Indicator
-
check
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
-
check
LED headlight
-
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
5 Years or 75000 Km
5 Years or 60000km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Single down tube
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
-
1 Down 4 Up
Ignition
-
CDI
Spark Plugs
-
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
124.4 cc
159.7 cc
Engine Type
4-Stroke& 2-Valve& Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine
SI 4 stroke Air cooled SOHC Fuel Injection
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
1.26 kwh
0.072 kwh
Battery Type
Maintenance Free
Lithium-Ion
Top Speed
100 kmph
114 kmph
Bore x Stroke
56 mm x 50.5 mm
62 mm x 52.9 mm
Charging Socket
-
Configuration
Single Cylinder
-
Cooling type
Air Cooled
Air Cooled

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
-
check
Call/SMS Alerts
-
check
Front Storage Box
-
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Low Oil Indicator
-
check
Pillion Backrest
-
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
3
Service Reminder Indicator
-
check
Under Seat Storage
GPS & Navigation
-
Console Type
Semi-Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
-
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
-
Radial Tyres
-
check
Side Stand Alarm
-
Pass Light
-
check
Pillion Grabrail
-
check
Turn Signal
-
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Single Channel ABS
Brake Assist
Single Channel ABS
Power Modes
3
Slipper Clutch
Wet Multiplate
Traction Control System

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2055 mm
2035 mm
Width
755 mm
790 mm
Height
1060 mm
1050 mm
Wheelbase
1320 mm
1357 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.2 Litres
1.2 Litres
Body Type
Commuter
Sports Bike
Seat Height
790 mm
800 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
140 kg
138 kg

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
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-

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Attractive paint scheme
  • Punch performance
  • Top notch built quality
  • Overall build quality is very good
  • Engine performance is fast yet economical
  • Sharp handling makes it fun to ride motorcycle
  • Bluetooth-connected tech comes in handy on the go
  • Suspension is very comfortable for the city
Cons
  • Not value for money for a 125cc bike
  • Limited features on offer
  • Design has now started to look old
  • Not as feature-loaded as rivals
  • Sitting posture is not very comfortable due to its sporty character
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Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon and TVS Apache RTR 160

Safety

Pulsar 125 Neon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator. Apache RTR 160 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator.

Comfort & Convenience

Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and TVS Apache RTR 160, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

Transmission

Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Apache RTR 160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon has a 11.5 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. TVS Apache RTR 160 has 1050 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon and TVS Apache RTR 160 Owner Reviews

  • Pulsar 125 Neon Review
  • Apache RTR 160 Review
    • NS
      Nikhil Singh
      08 Oct 2024
      4.2
      It's a reliable bike for commuting with low maintenance cost. easy to maneuver in traffic. Handling is superb.
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    • A
      Anonymous
      4 Month ago
      5.0
      My experience is very good on this bike and fully comfortable, very good features.
      Likes (1)
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    • a
      akram
      8 Month ago
      3.0
      Mileage is ok, Top speed is also good with 125 cc engine. Overall performance is ok.
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    • R
      Rahul
      8 Month ago
      3.8
      The bike Is good. This bike has a lot of problems after a few years hence no one wants an old pulsar so the resale value is less. Design is good.
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    • DK
      Dileep Kumar
      9 Month ago
      4.6
      Excellent performance of bike. my family members and friends and my wife and daughter are happy, experience well comfortable with seating and drive for me and my wife and daughter.
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      Likes (2)
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