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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs TVS Apache RTR 180

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or TVS Apache RTR 180? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar NS160 and Apache RTR 180. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price starts at Rs.1.47 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Twin Disc and TVS Apache RTR 180 Price starts at Rs.1.34 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is 1 cylinder, 160 cc Engine can generate 17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm power whereas TVS Apache RTR 180 is a 1 cylinder, 177 cc Engine can generate Sport : 12.52 kW @ 9000 rpm (17.02 PS @9000 rpm), Urban/ Rain : 10.7 kW @ 8200 rpm (14.54 PS @ 8200 rpm) power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar NS160 provides a mileage of 52.2 kmpl (base model), and Apache RTR 180 has a mileage of 47 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas TVS Apache RTR 180 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Pulsar NS160 vs Apache RTR 180

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar NS160TVS Apache RTR 180
PriceRs.1.47 LakhRs.1.34 Lakh
Engine Capacity160.3 cc177.4 cc
Power17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpmSport : 12.52 kW @ 9000 rpm (17.02 PS @9000 rpm), Urban/ Rain : 10.7 kW @ 8200 rpm (14.54 PS @ 8200 rpm)
Mileage/Range52.2 kmpl47 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Twin Disc bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Twin Disc
Rs. 1.47 Lakh
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TVS Apache RTR 180
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Rs. 1.34 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.65 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.59 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    160.3 cc
    177.4 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Single Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    300
    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
    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 with Anti-friction Bush
    Telescopic forks
    Rear Suspension
    Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
    MoNotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17
    90/90 - 17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    check
    Gear Indicator
    check
    check
    Tachometer
    Analogue
    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 60000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Perimeter Frame
    Double Cradle Synchro STIFF

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    -
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    160.3 cc
    177.4 cc
    Engine Type
    4 Stroke and SOHC 4 Valve and Oil Cooled and Twin Spark BSVI DTS-i FI engine
    SI& 4 stroke& Oil cooled& Fuel injected
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    1.26 kwh
    126 kwh
    Battery Type
    DC MF
    Maintenance Free
    Top Speed
    120 kmph
    113 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    58 mm x 60.7 mm
    62 mm x 58 mm
    Charging Socket
    Configuration
    -
    10.0:1
    Cooling type
    Oil Cooled
    Oil 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
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    3
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    Console Type
    Semi-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
    check
    -
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    Halogen Bulb
    Halogen Bulb
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Dual Channel ABS
    Single Channel Super-Moto ABS
    Brake Assist
    Dual Channel ABS
    Single Channel ABS
    Power Modes
    3
    Slipper Clutch
    Wet Multiplate
    Wet Multiplate
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2017 mm
    2085 mm
    Width
    804 mm
    730 mm
    Height
    1060 mm
    1105 mm
    Wheelbase
    1372 mm
    1326 mm
    Ground Clearance
    176 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
    790 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    152 kg
    140 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Design is sharp and aggressive
    • Easy to ride in traffic
    • Engine is responsive and performance-rich
    • Maintenance is budget-friendly
    • Average or Milage is better
    • Excellent brakes with ABS system
    • Gives a comfortable ride
    • Spare parts are cheap
    • Very light in weight
    Cons
    • Looks skinny in comparison to its rivals
    • Lacks connected features like Bluetooth
    • Engine buzzes in mid-range
    • Finishing isn't that good
    • Have some vibrations while drive
    • Pickup is not much good
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    Safety

    Pulsar NS160 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Apache RTR 180 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and TVS Apache RTR 180, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Apache RTR 180 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. TVS Apache RTR 180 has 1105 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RTR 180 Owner Reviews

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      • AP
        Abhay Pratap
        17 Nov 2024
        5.0
        I am interested in this bike because his look is very awesome and his engine is very powerful and budget is pocket friendly that's the main reason why I choose this bike.
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        Karan Rathod
        10 Nov 2024
        5.0
        This Bike is very good for long trips very Comfortable very Passionate Millage is good bike look is awesome.
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        Sachin Sharma
        10 Nov 2024
        4.2
        Performance and design are worth to buy overall an good choice at in it's segment. good performance and aggressive looking handling is very good.
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      • PB
        Pranay Bambole
        3 Month ago
        5.0
        Bike is looking good and mileage is also good.
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      • N
        Nitin
        4 Month ago
        5.0
        Best bike in its segment. Easy to ride, proper power provided, easy to maintain, best for the college going students and in its budget. This is so very good bike.
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