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TVS Apache RTR 180 vs Bajaj Pulsar N 160

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, TVS Apache RTR 180 or Bajaj Pulsar N 160? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Apache RTR 180 and Pulsar N 160. TVS Apache RTR 180 Price starts at Rs.1.34 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Bajaj Pulsar N 160 Price starts at Rs.1.31 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Dual Channel ABS. TVS Apache RTR 180 is 1 cylinder, 177 cc Engine can generate 16.78 bhp @ 9000 rpm power whereas Bajaj Pulsar N 160 is a 1 cylinder, 164 cc Engine can generate 15.68 bhp @ 8750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Apache RTR 180 provides a mileage of 47 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar N 160 has a mileage of 51.6 kmpl (base model). TVS Apache RTR 180 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar N 160 is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.

Apache RTR 180 vs Pulsar N 160

Key HighlightsTVS Apache RTR 180Bajaj Pulsar N160
PriceRs.1.34 LakhRs.1.31 Lakh
Engine Capacity177.4 cc164.82 cc
Power16.78 bhp @ 9000 rpm15.68 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Mileage/Range47 kmpl51.6 kmpl
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TVS Apache RTR 180 STD bike
TVS Apache RTR 180
STD
Rs. 1.34 Lakh
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 Dual Channel ABS bike
Bajaj Pulsar N160
Dual Channel ABS
Rs. 1.31 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.59 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.48 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    177.4 cc
    164.82 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Rim brakes
    Fixed
    Front Disc Size
    270
    300
    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 forks
    Telescopic 31 mm
    Rear Suspension
    MoNotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid
    Monoshock with Nitrox
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90 - 17
    100/80 - 17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    check
    Gear Indicator
    check
    check
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Analogue
    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 Synchro STIFF
    Tubular Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    -
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    2 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    177.4 cc
    164.82 cc
    Engine Type
    SI& 4 stroke& Oil cooled& Fuel injected
    4 stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 2-valve, air cooled, FI
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    126 kwh
    0.048 kwh
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free
    -
    Top Speed
    113 kmph
    120 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    62 mm x 58 mm
    58 mm x 62.38 mm
    Charging Socket
    check
    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
    Digital
    Semi-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
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    -
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    Halogen Bulb
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Single Channel Super-Moto ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Brake Assist
    Single Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Power Modes
    3
    Slipper Clutch
    Wet Multiplate
    Wet Multiplate
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2085 mm
    1989 mm
    Width
    730 mm
    743 mm
    Height
    1105 mm
    1050 mm
    Wheelbase
    1326 mm
    1358 mm
    Ground Clearance
    180 mm
    165 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    1.2 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports
    Seat Height
    790 mm
    795 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    140 kg
    154 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Average or Milage is better
    • Excellent brakes with ABS system
    • Gives a comfortable ride
    • Spare parts are cheap
    • Very light in weight
    • More refined engine
    • Fuel efficient mechanical setups
    • Dual-channel ABS
    • Bajaj's widespread service network is a boon
    Cons
    • Finishing isn't that good
    • Have some vibrations while drive
    • Pickup is not much good
    • Looks similar to N250
    • Bajaj's long-term reliability
    • Less on features when compared to the rivals
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    Detailed Comparison of TVS Apache RTR 180 and Bajaj Pulsar N160

    Safety

    Apache RTR 180 comes loaded with Single Channel Super-Moto ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Pulsar N 160 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator.

    Comfort & Convenience

    TVS Apache RTR 180 has features like Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Bajaj Pulsar N 160, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator.

    Transmission

    TVS Apache RTR 180 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Pulsar N 160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    TVS Apache RTR 180 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1105 mm seat height. Bajaj Pulsar N 160 has 1050 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    TVS Apache RTR 180 and Bajaj Pulsar N160 Owner Reviews

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      • SG
        Sreekuttan G
        18 Mar 2025
        4.2
        Its a good bike. Want to upgrade to electric .Hope my choice would be perfect .Need little more comfort ,mileage ,style and looks.
        Likes (2)
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        Anonymous
        15 Mar 2025
        4.2
        Premium bike with great comfort. Mileage is average 25-30 and both have disc brakes. The build quality is very good and gives a lot of balance while driving, like a sports bike. overall an incredible bike.
        Likes (1)
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        SATYENDRA KUMAR MAHTO
        12 Mar 2025
        3.8
        Best sports bike but not economical for daily long distance running.Bike weight should be more as per driving speed for maintain stability on road.Best but may be drive occasionally .
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        rahul sharma
        30 Days ago
        5.0
        Very comfortable sporty bike with great mileage. Tvs apache 180 is the best bike for me I trusted very much it is so good thanku so much.
        Likes (1)
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        Ram pravesh
        3 Month ago
        5.0
        Good condition in my bike maintenance is very well also the bike is very good I like the service of TVs apache RTR 180 cc in Dhanbad zone the service.
        Likes (1)
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