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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs TVS Apache RP 165

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or TVS Apache RP 165? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar NS160 and Apache RP 165. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price starts at Rs.1.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Twin Disc and TVS Apache RP 165 Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for STD. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is 1 cylinder, 160 cc Engine can generate 17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm power whereas TVS Apache RP 165 is a 1 cylinder, 164 cc Engine can generate 19.16 PS @ 10000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar NS160 provides a mileage of 52.2 kmpl (base model), and Apache RP 165 has a mileage of 50 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas TVS Apache RP 165 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.

Pulsar NS160 vs Apache RP 165

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar NS160TVS Apache RP 165
PriceRs.1.49 LakhRs.1.45 Lakh
Engine Capacity160.3 cc164.9 cc
Power17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm19.16 PS @ 10000 rpm
Mileage/Range52.2 kmpl50 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Twin Disc bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Twin Disc
Rs. 1.49 Lakh
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TVS Apache RP 165 STD bike
TVS Apache RP 165
STD
Rs. 1.45 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.67 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    N/A
    User Rating
    4.1
    3.9
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    160.3 cc
    164.9 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Single Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    -
    Front Disc Size
    300
    270
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    25 psi
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    25 psi
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17 inch
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    32 psi
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    28 psi
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17 inch
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic with Anti-friction Bush
    Showa Race Tuned Telescopic Forks
    Rear Suspension
    Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
    Showa Race Tuned Mono Shock
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17
    90/90-17

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    -

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years or 75000 km
    -

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Perimeter Frame
    Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    2 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    160.3 cc
    164.9 cc
    Engine Type
    4 Stroke and SOHC 4 Valve and Oil Cooled and Twin Spark BSVI DTS-i FI engine
    Single-cylinder, four-valve, fuel-injected, oil-cooled engine
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    1.26 kwh
    -
    Battery Type
    DC MF
    -
    Top Speed
    120 kmph
    123 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    58 mm x 60.7 mm
    52.4 mm x 57.8 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    -
    Cooling type
    Oil Cooled
    Oil Cooled

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    Service Reminder Indicator
    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
    -
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    Halogen Bulb
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    Wet Multiplate
    -
    Traction Control System
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2017 mm
    2085 mm
    Width
    804 mm
    790 mm
    Height
    1060 mm
    1050 mm
    Wheelbase
    1372 mm
    1357 mm
    Ground Clearance
    176 mm
    180 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    1.2 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    805 mm
    800 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    152 kg
    148 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Design is sharp and aggressive
    • Easy to ride in traffic
    • Engine is responsive and performance-rich
    • Maintenance is budget-friendly
    Cons
    • Looks skinny in comparison to its rivals
    • Lacks connected features like Bluetooth
    • Engine buzzes in mid-range
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    Safety

    Pulsar NS160 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Apache RP 165 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and TVS Apache RP 165, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Apache RP 165 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. TVS Apache RP 165 has 1050 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RP 165 Owner Reviews

    • Pulsar NS160 Review
    • Apache RP 165 Review
      • R
        Rambaby
        27 Apr 2025
        5.0
        It was a good experience to purchase a bike like this. It is wonderful and the comfort is awesome. This is the best choice by me in this era. The service is good.
        Likes (2)
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      • HM
        Hello Mr.
        2 Month ago
        5.0
        Old features wala NS 160 mere ko bahut pasand hai kyunki uska jo digital analo lock display I like that so I buy this bike and this bike is low price and looking good. Normal speed on this bike and 160 CC like
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      • S
        Shiva
        2 Month ago
        5.0
        It is very stylish and comfortable. Best price and good pick-up.
        Likes (1)
        Reply
      • PM
        Prasanta Mandingi
        3 Month ago
        5.0
        This bike is my favourite. I want to buy this bike and more comfortable for two people. The fractures also in good condition.
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      • S
        Sonu
        3 Month ago
        3.0
        Best bike I am fan of this bike I love this bike most beautiful bike under 1.45 lakh thanks Bajaj for this bike most beautiful bike.
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