user
Select City

TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, TVS Apache RTR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Apache RTR 160 and Pulsar NS400Z. TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs.1.21 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Edition and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Price starts at Rs.1.81 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. TVS Apache RTR 160 is 1 cylinder, 159 cc Engine can generate 15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm power whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Apache RTR 160 provides a mileage of 61 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar NS400Z has a mileage of 28.5 kmpl (base model). TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 7 colours & 5 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

Apache RTR 160 vs Pulsar NS400Z

Key HighlightsTVS Apache RTR 160Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
PriceRs.1.21 LakhRs.1.81 Lakh
Engine Capacity159.7 cc373 cc
Power15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm
Mileage/Range61 kmpl28.5 kmpl
Read more
TVS Apache RTR 160 Black Edition bike
TVS Apache RTR 160
Black Edition
Rs. 1.21 Lakh
Get Offer
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
STD
Rs. 1.81 Lakh
Get Offer

+

Add Bike 3

    Ad

    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.45 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.04 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    159.7 cc
    373 cc
    Ad

    Add your vehicle to our online garage

    • Free valuation of your vehicle
    • 1Mn+ users joined our Community
    • 10+ experts to give advice
    add vehicle
    Which vehicle do you own?
    Select your vehicle
    Add vehicle

    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    270
    320
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Forks
    4mUpside-DowForks
    Rear Suspension
    Mono Shock
    MoNoshock Absorbers
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90 - 17
    110/70 - 17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    check
    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/60000 Kms
    -

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    3 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    159.7 cc
    373 cc
    Engine Type
    SI 4 stroke Air cooled SOHC Fuel Injection
    Liquid Cooled& 4V& DOHC with DLC coated finger followers
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.072 kwh
    -
    Battery Type
    Lithium-Ion
    -
    Top Speed
    114 kmph
    154 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    62 mm x 52.9 mm
    -
    Charging Socket
    -
    check
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Liquid Cooled

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    check
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    -
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    3
    4
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    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
    check
    Radial Tyres
    check
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    3
    4
    Slipper Clutch
    Wet Multiplate
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2035 mm
    -
    Width
    790 mm
    -
    Height
    1050 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1357 mm
    1344 mm
    Ground Clearance
    180 mm
    168 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports
    Seat Height
    800 mm
    807 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    138 kg
    174 kg

    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
    • Superbly priced for the segment it belongs to
    • Use of cycle parts from siblings makes the maintenance costs less
    • Puch-packed performance from the engine
    • Agile handling makes it fun to ride on the city streets
    • Braking entices confidence inside the new riders
    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
    • Design looks similar to the smaller N250 and NS200
    • Build quality could have been better considering the use of cycle parts
    • Seat comfort is not as good as you would like it to be
    • Barebone features like LCD console make it feel less premium
    Ad

    Which Bike Do You Like More ?

    TVS Apache RTR 160 Black Edition Bikes
    Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STD Bikes

    Detailed Comparison of TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

    Safety

    Apache RTR 160 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Pulsar NS400Z has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.

    Comfort & Convenience

    TVS Apache RTR 160 has features like Average Speed Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    TVS Apache RTR 160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Pulsar NS400Z comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    TVS Apache RTR 160 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1050 mm seat height. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

    Read more

    Apache RTR 160 Similar Bike Comparisons

    Pulsar NS400Z Similar Bike Comparisons

    Ad

    TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Owner Reviews

    • Apache RTR 160 Review
    • Pulsar NS400Z Review
      • F
        Faisal
        03 Jul 2025
        4.8
        Road grip bahut achha hai. Aap chahe jitni bhi speed mein ho, gadi easily control ho jati hai aur fisalti bhi nahi. Agar aap thoda maintenance rakhte ho to average bhi kaafi achha milta hai.
        Like
        Reply
      • VK
        Vipin Kumar
        01 Jul 2025
        5.0
        The TVS Apache bike is really great. Ever since I bought it, I’ve been very happy. It feels like a gift from God to me. In the future, I will be able to buy another model as well.
        Like
        Reply
      • DP
        Durga Prasad
        01 Jul 2025
        4.8
        RTR is a very good bike. Everyone should consider getting it. It rides really well and gives great mileage. Everyone will definitely like it for sure.
        Like
        Reply
      • SK
        Salman Khan
        30 Jun 2025
        3.6
        The TVS Apache 160 4V is a great bike – like a best friend! It looks amazing, gives good mileage, and is perfect for those who need both performance and style.
        Like
        Reply
      • Ak
        Akhilesh kumar
        30 Jun 2025
        5.0
        Excellent bike for performance and mileage. It's looks very stylish.
        Like
        Reply
    View All User Review For Apache RTR 160
    Ad

    TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z FAQs

    What is the on-road price of TVS Apache RTR 160?
    What is the on-road price of Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z?