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Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 or TVS Apache RTR 160? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar NS 125 and Apache RTR 160. Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Price starts at Rs.1.01 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs.1.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Edition. Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.8 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, Pulsar NS 125 provides a mileage of 46.9 kmpl (base model), and Apache RTR 160 has a mileage of 61 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is available in 4 colours & 2 variants whereas TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 6 colours & 5 variants.

Pulsar NS 125 vs Apache RTR 160

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar NS 125TVS Apache RTR 160
PriceRs.1.01 LakhRs.1.20 Lakh
Engine Capacity124.45 cc159.7 cc
Power11.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Mileage/Range46.9 kmpl61 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS 125
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Rs. 1.01 Lakh
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TVS Apache RTR 160
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.13 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.44 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.0
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    124.45 cc
    159.7 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    CBS
    Single Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston
    Dual Piston
    Front Disc Size
    240
    270
    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
    Telescopic Forks
    Rear Suspension
    Mono shocks
    Mono Shock
    Front Tyre Size
    80/100 - 17
    90/90 - 17

    Instrumentation

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

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Single down tube
    Double Cradle Synchro Stiff

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    124.45 cc
    159.7 cc
    Engine Type
    4 - strokeand SOHC 2-Valve and Air Cooled and BSVI Compliant DTS-i Fi Engine
    SI 4 stroke Air cooled SOHC Fuel Injection
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.096 kwh
    0.072 kwh
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free
    Lithium-Ion
    Top Speed
    103 kmph
    114 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    52 mm x 58.6 mm
    62 mm x 52.9 mm
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    11.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm
    15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    check
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    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
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    Console Type
    Sem-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
    -
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Single Channel ABS
    Brake Assist
    CBS
    Single Channel ABS
    Power Modes
    3
    Slipper Clutch
    Wet Multiplate
    Wet Multiplate
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2012 mm
    2035 mm
    Width
    810 mm
    790 mm
    Height
    1078 mm
    1050 mm
    Wheelbase
    1353 mm
    1357 mm
    Ground Clearance
    179 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
    144 kg
    138 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • 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
    • 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
    • Looks similar to the other NS series models
    • Fit and finish could be improved
    • Sporty riding posture is not comfortable for long rides
    • 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 Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 and TVS Apache RTR 160

    Safety

    Pulsar NS 125 comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Apache RTR 160 has Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On).

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Apache RTR 160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

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

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    Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 and TVS Apache RTR 160 Owner Reviews

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      • MU
        Mohit Upadhyay
        29 Oct 2024
        5.0
        This bike is very good for students because it has a sports look and the mileage is also very good. This bike is comfortable for long distance travel. Overall the bike is a good bike.
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        Abhay
        25 Oct 2024
        5.0
        racing bike this look very nice and excellent built quality
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      • A
        Anonymous
        30 Days ago
        5.0
        This bike is mind blowing and also my dream bike. I like it very much. This bike is in low budget and comfortable, mileage is good and maintenance is easy.
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        Dibakar reang
        2 Month ago
        5.0
        Nice, I love performance this bike is too good. Bajaj company always better then another bike this price segment. Normal sound, normal sheet always better performance and best quality.
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        Gulshan Kumar
        2 Month ago
        3.8
        It's good for daily commute and very comfortable, along with low maintenance and a sporty look. I loved the way Bajaj delivered this bike and continued the legacy of the Pulsar series.
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