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Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 or TVS Apache RTR 160? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Xpulse 200 BS6 and Apache RTR 160. Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 Price starts at Rs.1.27 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Self Start ABS Disc BS6 and TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs.1.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Drum. Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 is 1 cylinder, 199 cc Engine can generate 17.8 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, Xpulse 200 BS6 provides a mileage of 49.01 kmpl (base model), and Apache RTR 160 has a mileage of 61 kmpl (base model). Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 is available in 5 colours & 1 variants whereas TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 4 colours & 3 variants.

Xpulse 200 BS6 vs Apache RTR 160

Key HighlightsHero Xpulse 200 BS6TVS Apache RTR 160
PriceRs.1.27 LakhRs.1.20 Lakh
Engine Capacity199.6 cc159.7 cc
Power17.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Mileage/Range49.01 kmpl61 kmpl
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Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 Self Start ABS Disc BS6 bike
Hero Xpulse 200 BS6
Self Start ABS Disc BS6
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TVS Apache RTR 160
Drum
Rs. 1.20 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Xpulse 200 BS6 specificationsApache RTR 160 specifications
    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.43 Lakh
    1.44 Lakh
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.1
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    199.6 cc
    159.7 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Xpulse 200 BS6 Brakes, Suspension & TyresApache RTR 160 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
    Rear Wheel Size
    -
    17
    Wheel Type
    Spoke Wheels
    Alloy
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    1
    Front Wheel Size
    -
    17
    Calliper Type
    -
    Dual Piston
    Braking System
    -
    Single Channel ABS
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic with Double DU Bush
    Telescopic with Hydraulic Dampers. 105mm Stroke
    Rear Suspension
    10 Step Rider Adjustable Monoshock
    Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90-21
    90/90 - 17
    Rear Tyre Size
    120/80-18
    110/80 - 17
    Front Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    220 mm
    130 mm
    Rear Type
    Disc
    Drum
    Tubeless Tyres
    -
    checkYes
    Tyre Size Spare
    No
    -

    Instrumentation

    Xpulse 200 BS6 InstrumentationApache RTR 160 Instrumentation
    Riding Modes Switch
    -
    1
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    -
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Body & Suspension

    Xpulse 200 BS6 Body & SuspensionApache RTR 160 Body & Suspension
    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Diamond Type
    Double Cradle Synchro Stiff

    Engine & Transmission

    Xpulse 200 BS6 Engine & TransmissionApache RTR 160 Engine & Transmission
    Engine Capacity
    199.6 cc
    159.7 cc
    Engine Type
    Oil cooled& 4 Stroke 2 Valve Single cylinder OHC
    SI& 4 stroke& Oil cooled
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.084 kwh
    12 kwh
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free
    Lithium-Ion
    Range
    -
    732 km/charge
    Top Speed
    115 kmph
    107 kmph
    Max Torque
    16.15 Nm @ 6500 rpm
    13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
    Max Power
    17.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm
    15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm
    Fuelling
    Advanced Programmed Fuel Injection
    -
    Cooling type
    Oil Cooled
    Oil Cooled
    Configuration
    Oil cooled& 4 Stroke 2 Valve Single cylinder OHC
    -
    Charging Socket
    No
    -

    Comfort & Convenience

    Xpulse 200 BS6 Comfort & ConvenienceApache RTR 160 Comfort & Convenience
    Riding Modes
    -
    Sport, Urban and Rain
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    1
    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    1
    Pillion Footrest
    -
    1
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    No
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    checkYes
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    No
    -
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Seat Style
    pillion seat
    Split
    Start Type
    Kick & Self Start
    Electric Start

    Safety

    Xpulse 200 BS6 SafetyApache RTR 160 Safety
    Radial Tyres
    -
    1
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    -
    1
    Brake Assist
    No
    -
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Single Channel
    Single Channel ABS
    Power Modes
    No
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    Multiplate Wet Clutch
    -
    Traction Control System
    No
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Xpulse 200 BS6 Dimensions & CapacityApache RTR 160 Dimensions & Capacity
    Length
    2222 mm
    2085 mm
    Width
    850 mm
    790 mm
    Height
    1258 mm
    1105 mm
    Wheelbase
    1410 mm
    1300 mm
    Ground Clearance
    220 mm
    180 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    1.2 Litres
    Body Type
    Adventure
    Sports Bike
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    157 kg
    137 kg
    Seat Height
    823 mm
    790 mm

    Entertainment & Communication

    Xpulse 200 BS6 Entertainment & CommunicationApache RTR 160 Entertainment & Communication
    MID (Multi Info Display)
    No
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Xpulse 200 BS6 Pros & ConsApache RTR 160 Pros & Cons
    Pros
    • Affordable adventrous bike
    • comfortable ergos
    • Fuel efficient engine
    • 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
    • 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 Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 and TVS Apache RTR 160

    Transmission

    Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Apache RTR 160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 has a 13 Litres fuel tank with 1258 mm seat height. TVS Apache RTR 160 has 1105 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 and TVS Apache RTR 160 Owner Reviews

    • Xpulse 200 BS6 Review
    • Apache RTR 160 Review
      • A
        Anonymous
        6 Month ago
        Review for Hero Xpulse 200 BS6
        5.0
        A decent bike to do offroad due to its susspension which make the rider more comfortable while ride it on city or doing the off road
        Likes (2)
      • H
        Hamza
        7 Month ago
        Review for Hero Xpulse 200 BS6
        5.0
        It's nice bike for long trip and for on road and off road perform well with good average
        Likes (1)
      • SV
        Sukhdev Verma
        7 Month ago
        Review for Hero Xpulse 200 BS6
        4.6
        most stylish design and unique look. good for long drives
        Likes (2)
      • Fk
        Faizan khan
        8 Month ago
        Review for Hero Xpulse 200 BS6
        5.0
        I always wanted adventure bike and hero Bikes are awesome design
        Likes (1)
      • RB
        Rajdeep Bhuyan
        8 Month ago
        Review for Hero Xpulse 200 BS6
        2.2
        Timing Chain issue, Battery issue, Clutch disc issue, low lighting, chain rusting, shock absorber breakdown. I am facing all these issues.
        Likes (5)
      • U
        Udit
        14 Apr 2024
        Review for TVS Apache RTR 160
        4.6
        Good experience good mileage good pickup good condition proper working exchange with Bajaj platina 100cc.
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      • s
        suresh
        31 Mar 2024
        Review for TVS Apache RTR 160
        5.0
        Stylish with racing bike I m comfortable with this I m recommend to others people to buy this one bike with dual disc because its a better one.
        Likes (2)
      • Sp
        Samir patel
        2 Month ago
        Review for TVS Apache RTR 160
        5.0
        Very nice bike and has very good mileage. The design is awesome.
        Likes (7)
      • K
        Kumar
        3 Month ago
        Review for TVS Apache RTR 160
        5.0
        Good in look, good mileage, good pick up.
        Likes (1)
      • VD
        Vickul Dhiman
        4 Month ago
        Review for TVS Apache RTR 160
        5.0
        It is good and very reliable bike you can use it for heavy towing of luggage even for the long trips which you want to go. It’s handling is too nice I live in Delhi but the cuttings of this bike is too good I appreciate the design of TVS
        Likes (4)
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      Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 and TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

      What is the on-road price of Hero Xpulse 200 BS6?
      The on-road price of Hero Xpulse 200 BS6 is Rs. 1.43 Lakh in New Delhi.
      What is the on-road price of TVS Apache RTR 160?
      The on-road price of TVS Apache RTR 160 is Rs. 1.44 Lakh in New Delhi.