TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar 180

TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar 180: Specifications Comparison

• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards
  Pass Light	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards
  Pillion Grabrail	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards
  Turn Signal	Halogen Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Halogen
  ABS - Anti-lock braking system	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Slipper Clutch	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Average Speed Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Call/SMS Alerts	Available in 4 Variants, ₹1.20 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Low Battery Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Low Oil Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Pillion Footrest	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards
  Riding Modes	3 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards
  Service Reminder Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  GPS & Navigation	Available in 4 Variants, ₹1.20 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Console Type	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
  Engine Kill Switch	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards
  Instrument Console	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Seat Style	Single Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Single
  Side Stand Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards
  Start Type	Self Start Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Self Start
  USB Charger Port

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• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System	Single Channel ABS Available in 6 Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards Dual Channel ABS Available in 1 Variant, ₹1.25 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Calliper Type	Fixed Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Front Disc Size	270 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	280
  Front Suspension Preload Adjuster		32
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	25 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	28
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	25 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	32
  Front Wheel Size	R17 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	R 17
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	28
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	28 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	30
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	32 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	28
  Rear Wheel Size	R17 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	R 17
  Wheel Type	Alloy Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Alloy
  Front Suspension	Telescopic Forks	Telescopic Dia 37
  Rear Suspension	Monotube Inverted Gas filled shox (MIG) with spring aid	Twin Shock absorber& Gas filled with Canister
  Front Tyre Size	90/90 R17 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	90/90-17
  Rear Tyre Size	120/70 R17 Available in 5 Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards 110/80 R17 Available in 2 Variants, ₹1.14 Lakh* Onwards	120/80 - 17
  Front Brake	Disc Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Disc
  Rear Disc/Drum Size	200 mm Available in 5 Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards 130 mm Available in 1 Variant, ₹1.14 Lakh* Onwards 240 mm Available in 1 Variant, ₹1.20 Lakh* Onwards	230 mm
  Rear Brake	Disc Available in 6 Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards Drum Available in 1 Variant, ₹1.14 Lakh* Onwards	Disc
  Tubeless Tyres	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards

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• Engine & Transmission

  Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 4 Up Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	1 Down 4 Up
  Spark Plugs	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	2 Per Cylinder
  Engine Capacity	159.7 cc Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	178.61 cc
  Engine Type	SI 4 stroke Air cooled SOHC Fuel Injection Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	4 Stroke& Air cooled& Single Cylinder DTSi
  No. of Cylinders	1 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	1
  No. of valves per cylinder	2 Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	2
  Transmission Type	Manual Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Manual
  Top Speed	107 kmph Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	122 kmph
  Bore x Stroke	62 mm x 52.9 mm Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Configuration	SOHC Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Cooling type	Air Cooled Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Air Cooled
  Fuelling	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
  Max Power	15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	16.76 bhp @ 8500 rpm
  Max Torque	13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	15 Nm @ 6500 rpm
  Mileage (Claimed)	61 kmpl Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	45 kmpl
  Number of Gears	5 Speed Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	5 Speed

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• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
  Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital
  Tachometer	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
  Speedometer	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
  Odometer	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	Digital

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length	2085 mm	2035 mm
  Width	730 mm	765 mm
  Height	1050 mm	1115 mm
  Wheelbase	1300 mm	1340 mm
  Ground Clearance	180 mm	165 mm
  Fuel Tank Capacity	12 Litres Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	15 Litres
  Engine Oil Capacity	1.2 Litres Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	1.1 Litres
  Body Type	Sports	Sports Bike
  Seat Height	790 mm Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards	790 mm
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	138 kg Available in 3 Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards 137 kg Available in 1 Variant, ₹1.14 Lakh* Onwards 146 kg Available in 3 Variants, ₹1.22 Lakh* Onwards	156 kg

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• Exterior

  LED headlight	Available in all Variants, ₹1.13 Lakh* Onwards
  Daytime Running Lights	Data Not Available

• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  5 Years/60000 Kms

  Data Not Available

• Entertainment & Communication

  MID (Multi Info Display)

  Available in 4 Variants, ₹1.20 Lakh* Onwards

  Data Not Available

• Pros & Cons

  Pros	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	Proven engine offers reliable everyday performance Comfortable ergonomics for daily city commuting Updated LED headlamp adds modern touch upfront Strong brand recall and resale value advantage
  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	Overall design still feels slightly dated Lacks advanced features and riding technology Misses out on premium feel compared to rival

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