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Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar N250 or TVS Apache RTR 160? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar N250 and Apache RTR 160. Bajaj Pulsar N250 Price starts at Rs.1.44 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs.1.21 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Edition. Bajaj Pulsar N250 is 1 cylinder, 249 cc Engine can generate 24.1 bhp @ 8750 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 N250 provides a mileage of 44 kmpl (base model), and Apache RTR 160 has a mileage of 61 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar N250 is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 7 colours & 6 variants.

Pulsar N250 vs Apache RTR 160

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar N250TVS Apache RTR 160
PriceRs.1.44 LakhRs.1.21 Lakh
Engine Capacity249 cc159.7 cc
Power24.1 bhp @ 8750 rpm15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Mileage/Range44 kmpl61 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar N250 STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar N250
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.62 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.36 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.5
    4.1
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    249 cc
    159.7 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Single Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    -
    Fixed
    Front Disc Size
    300
    270
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    25
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    25
    Front Wheel Size
    110/70 - 17
    R17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28.5
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    140/70-17
    R17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic
    Telescopic Forks
    Rear Suspension
    Monoshock
    Mono Shock
    Front Tyre Size
    110/70-17
    90/90 - R17

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years/75000 Kms
    5 Years/60000 Kms

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Tubular Frame
    Double Cradle Synchro Stiff

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    check
    check
    Engine Capacity
    249 cc
    159.7 cc
    Engine Type
    Single cylinder& 4 stroke& SOHC& 2 Valve& Oil cooled& FI
    SI 4 stroke Air cooled SOHC Fuel Injection
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    132 kmph
    114 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    72 mm x 61.17 mm
    62 mm x 52.9 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Oil Colled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    24.1 bhp @ 8750 rpm
    15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm
    Max Torque
    21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
    13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    1989 mm
    2035 mm
    Width
    743 mm
    790 mm
    Height
    1050 mm
    1050 mm
    Wheelbase
    1342 mm
    1357 mm
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    180 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.7 Litres
    1.2 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    800 mm
    800 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    162 kg
    138 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Aggressive design of the LED headlamp
    • Has a very attractive price
    • most refined engine on any Bajaj Puslar
    • 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
    • Doesn't come with Bluetooth support
    • No dual-channel ABS 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 N250 and TVS Apache RTR 160

    Safety

    Pulsar N250 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch, Traction Control System. Apache RTR 160 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar N250 has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and TVS Apache RTR 160, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar N250 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Apache RTR 160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar N250 has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1050 mm seat height. TVS Apache RTR 160 has 1050 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar N250 and TVS Apache RTR 160 Owner Reviews

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      • A
        Ayan
        26 Jul 2025
        5.0
        A bold bike perfect for the youth! It has a dashing look and creates a stunning impression on everyone. The seating posture is comfortable for all riders. It delivers a powerful performance and is truly the best choice for Pulsar lovers.
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      • AY
        Anoj Yadav
        1 Month ago
        5.0
        Bajaj Pulsar N250 has powerful engine, 5 gearbox.
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      • AS
        Abhinav Sharma
        2 Month ago
        4.2
        This bike is awesome with model, mileage, performance, looks, speed and also in under budget in the segment of 250 cc engine and performance is also very good with muscular look.
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        Saylam siddiqui
        4 Month ago
        4.6
        Very fantastic bike all other bikes but osm look very comfortable bike power full bike Bajaj pulsar n250 I'll take this bike super bike in 2025 I will take it very soon
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        MR X
        5 Month ago
        5.0
        Nice speed and good looks I like this bike and so beautiful this looks and price nice so good and very powerful engine this is fantastic.
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