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Bajaj Pulsar N125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar N125 or TVS Apache RTR 160? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar N125 and Apache RTR 160. Bajaj Pulsar N125 Price starts at Rs.93,158 (ex-showroom) for Led Disc and TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs.1.21 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Edition. Bajaj Pulsar N125 is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.83 @ 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 N125 provides a mileage of 60 kmpl (base model), and Apache RTR 160 has a mileage of 61 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar N125 is available in 7 colours & 2 variants whereas TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 5 colours & 6 variants.

Pulsar N125 vs Apache RTR 160

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar N125TVS Apache RTR 160
PriceRs.93,158Rs.1.21 Lakh
Engine Capacity124.58 cc159.7 cc
Power11.83 @ 8500 rpm15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Mileage/Range60 kmpl61 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar N125 Led Disc bike
Bajaj Pulsar N125
Led Disc
Rs. 93,158
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TVS Apache RTR 160
Black Edition
Rs. 1.21 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.05 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.36 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.4
    4.1
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    9.5 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    124.58 cc
    159.7 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    CBS
    Single Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    -
    Fixed
    Front Disc Size
    240
    270
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    28
    25
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    25
    Front Wheel Size
    80/100-17
    R17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    110/80-17
    R17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic
    Telescopic Forks
    Rear Suspension
    rear monoshock
    Mono Shock
    Front Tyre Size
    80/100-17
    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
    -
    Double Cradle Synchro Stiff

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    -
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    check
    check
    Engine Capacity
    124.58 cc
    159.7 cc
    Engine Type
    Air cooled, single spark, 2 valve
    SI 4 stroke Air cooled SOHC Fuel Injection
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    -
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    100 kmph
    114 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    54.0 mm x 54.4 mm
    62 mm x 52.9 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air-cooled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    FI
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    11.83 @ 8500 rpm
    15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm
    Max Torque
    11 Nm @ 6000 rpm
    13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm

    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
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    Console Type
    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
    check
    Radial Tyres
    -
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    Led
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    Brake Assist
    -
    Power Modes
    -
    3
    Slipper Clutch
    -
    check
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    -
    2035 mm
    Width
    -
    790 mm
    Height
    795 mm
    1050 mm
    Wheelbase
    1295 mm
    1357 mm
    Ground Clearance
    198 mm
    180 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    9.5 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    -
    1.2 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    795 mm
    800 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    125 kg
    138 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Attractive pricing compared to rivals.
    • Sharp styling with new and sporty design language.
    • It is agile and offers good maneuverability in traffic.
    • The lightweight and stiffer suspension setup helps in providing good handling.
    • The seat is spacious and offers good space for rider and pillion.
    • The new 125cc engine is peppy and offers good low and mid-range performance.
    • The gearbox offers smooth gearshifts.
    • Available in 2 variants and 7 colour options.
    • 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
    • The ride quality is a bit on the stiffer side.
    • The high range is not that good and the engine feels strained at over 90 kmph.
    • The seat could’ve been more well cushioned it feels a bit hard.
    • It misses on some features such as turn-by-turn navigation and ABS.
    • The plastic used on the front forks might start rattling after a few years.
    • 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 N125 and TVS Apache RTR 160

    Safety

    Pulsar N125 comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch. Apache RTR 160 has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar N125 has features like Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and TVS Apache RTR 160, on the other hand, has Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar N125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Apache RTR 160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar N125 has a 9.5 Litres fuel tank with 795 mm seat height. TVS Apache RTR 160 has 1050 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar N125 and TVS Apache RTR 160 Owner Reviews

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      • SM
        Shuvendu Moulay
        24 Jul 2025
        3.8
        Very good looking. I like the Pulsar.
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      • St
        Sai teja
        11 Jul 2025
        3.6
        Looks very good, similar to the Duke model, and the mileage is also great. All features are impressive for the budget. The driving experience is smooth, even on rough roads, and overall, it's very good.
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      • MA
        Mohd Aarish
        2 Month ago
        4.6
        Best bike in 125cc segment. Mileage is also very good and very comfortable bike for short height riders. I am full satisfied with this bike. I has purchased the bike in November 2024.
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        James
        6 Month ago
        5.0
        Very good I like this bike. Mileage is also good. Look is also good that's why I like this bike. Bike is good, awesome, excellent I like this bike.
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        Shubham
        6 Month ago
        5.0
        Great bike off roading with great mileage Long seat better comfort with good headlight In this price range very good bike so over all performance of bike is great.
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