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TVS Apache RTR 160 4V vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 125

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V or Bajaj Pulsar NS 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Apache RTR 160 4V and Pulsar NS 125. TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Price starts at Rs.1.25 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Edition and Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Price starts at Rs.99,994 (ex-showroom) for STD. TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is 1 cylinder, 159 cc Engine can generate 17.31 bhp @ 9250 rpm power whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is a 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Apache RTR 160 4V provides a mileage of 41.4 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar NS 125 has a mileage of 46.9 kmpl (base model). TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is available in 1 colours & 14 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is available in 4 colours & 4 variants.

Apache RTR 160 4V vs Pulsar NS 125

Key HighlightsTVS Apache RTR 160 4VBajaj Pulsar NS 125
PriceRs.1.25 LakhRs.99,994
Engine Capacity159.7 cc124.45 cc
Power17.31 bhp @ 9250 rpm11.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Mileage/Range41.4 kmpl46.9 kmpl
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TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Black Edition bike
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
Black Edition
Rs. 1.25 Lakh
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Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS 125
STD
Rs. 99,994
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.49 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.12 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.0
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    159.7 cc
    124.45 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel ABS
    CBS
    Calliper Type
    Dual Piston
    Front 2 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    270
    240
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    25
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    25
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Fork
    Telescopic
    Rear Suspension
    Mono Shock
    Mono shocks
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90 - 17
    80/100 - 17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    check
    Gear Indicator
    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 or 60000 km
    5 Years or 75000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Double cradle Split Synchro STIFF
    Single down tube

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    2 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    159.7 cc
    124.45 cc
    Engine Type
    SI and 4- stroke and Oil- Cooled
    4 - strokeand SOHC 2-Valve and Air Cooled and BSVI Compliant DTS-i Fi Engine
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.072 kwh
    0.096 kwh
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free
    Maintenance Free
    Top Speed
    114 kmph
    103 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    62 mm x 52.9 mm
    52 mm x 58.6 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Oil 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
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    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
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    Power Modes
    Slipper Clutch
    Wet& Multi Plate Clutch
    Wet Multiplate
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2035 mm
    2012 mm
    Width
    790 mm
    810 mm
    Height
    1050 mm
    1078 mm
    Wheelbase
    1357 mm
    1353 mm
    Ground Clearance
    180 mm
    179 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
    800 mm
    805 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    146 kg
    144 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Smooth & fast engine performance
    • Loaded with the latest connected features
    • Braking performance is good
    • Easy handling for city use
    • TVS has a widespread service network
    • Aggressive looks and design enhance the road presence
    • Engine performance is peppy for city riding
    • Easy to ride and handle inside the city
    • Bajaj’s widespread service network ensures cheap maintenance
    Cons
    • Sporty riding position is not meant for everyone
    • No option for split seats
    • Special edition is pricey
    • Looks similar to the other NS series models
    • Fit and finish could be improved
    • Sporty riding posture is not comfortable for long rides
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    Safety

    Apache RTR 160 4V comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Pulsar NS 125 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

    Comfort & Convenience

    TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has features like Average Speed Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Bajaj Pulsar NS 125, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator.

    Transmission

    TVS Apache RTR 160 4V comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Pulsar NS 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1050 mm seat height. Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 has 1078 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Owner Reviews

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      • KM
        KRISHNA MURTHY
        06 May 2025
        4.6
        Superb bike at that price range and excellent and good mileage.
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        Sai yashodhar
        25 Apr 2025
        3.8
        Overall good but mileage is concerned. Comfort is good. Style is good compare to other vehicles in the market. Worthy buy it if you can afford in the arrange.
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        brij mohan
        2 Month ago
        5.0
        Nice experience. Over all experience like seat , handling and all other functions work properly without any problem. So I love this .
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        sarit sinha
        4 Month ago
        5.0
        Good, it's gives very healthy feeling, seep ,style good, smooth, riding this bike is like feel, I have ride 250 km in one stop in this. Nice bike.
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        Yash
        4 Month ago
        4.2
        Everything is good in this and I think it's best among this price range bikes , you should definitely see this as a option if you are buying a bike in 2024.
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