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TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar 220F

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, TVS Apache RTR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar 220F? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Apache RTR 160 and Pulsar 220F. TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs.1.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Edition and Bajaj Pulsar 220F Price starts at Rs.1.39 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 220F is a 1 cylinder, 164 cc Engine can generate 20.11 bhp @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Apache RTR 160 provides a mileage of 61 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar 220F has a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model). TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 6 colours & 5 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar 220F is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

Apache RTR 160 vs Pulsar 220F

Key HighlightsTVS Apache RTR 160Bajaj Pulsar 220F
PriceRs.1.20 LakhRs.1.39 Lakh
Engine Capacity159.7 cc164.82 cc
Power15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm20.11 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Mileage/Range61 kmpl40 kmpl
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TVS Apache RTR 160 Black Edition bike
TVS Apache RTR 160
Black Edition
Rs. 1.20 Lakh
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Bajaj Pulsar 220F STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar 220F
STD
Rs. 1.39 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.44 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.56 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.0
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    15 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    159.7 cc
    164.82 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel ABS
    Single Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Dual Piston
    Dual Piston
    Front Disc Size
    270
    -
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    28
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    28
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    30
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Forks
    Telescopicwitanti-frictiobush
    Rear Suspension
    Mono Shock
    5 way adjustable& Nitrox shock absorber
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90 - 17
    90/90 - 17 Tubeless

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    check
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Analogue
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    -

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years or 60000km
    5 Years or 75000 Km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
    Double Cradle Down Tube

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    2 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    159.7 cc
    164.82 cc
    Engine Type
    SI 4 stroke Air cooled SOHC Fuel Injection
    4-stroke& 2-Valve& Twin Spark BSVI Compliant& DTS-i FI Engine& Oil cooled
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.072 kwh
    12 kwh
    Battery Type
    Lithium-Ion
    Full DC
    Top Speed
    114 kmph
    136 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    62 mm x 52.9 mm
    67 mm x 62.4 mm
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Oil Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    -
    Max Power
    15.82 bhp @ 8750 rpm
    20.11 bhp @ 8500 rpm

    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
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    Halogen Bulb
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Single Channel ABS
    Single Channel ABS
    Brake Assist
    Single Channel ABS
    -
    Power Modes
    3
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    Wet Multiplate
    -
    Traction Control System
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2035 mm
    2035 mm
    Width
    790 mm
    750 mm
    Height
    1050 mm
    1165 mm
    Wheelbase
    1357 mm
    1350 mm
    Ground Clearance
    180 mm
    165 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    15 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    1.45 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    800 mm
    795 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    138 kg
    160 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
    • Design and styling are iconic and attract attention on the road
    • Size is big and it feels like a big sports bike to sit
    • Wide rear tyre helps in confident handling around curves
    • Soft suspension is good for long-distance touring
    • Mid-range of its engine performance is useful for highway riding
    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
    • It looks and feels old as well as outdated
    • Lacks crucial features that the rivals have
    • The 5-speed gearbox feels strained on the highway
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    Detailed Comparison of TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 220F

    Safety

    Apache RTR 160 comes loaded with Single Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator. Pulsar 220F has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System.

    Comfort & Convenience

    TVS Apache RTR 160 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Bajaj Pulsar 220F, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    TVS Apache RTR 160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Pulsar 220F comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    TVS Apache RTR 160 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1050 mm seat height. Bajaj Pulsar 220F has 1165 mm seat height and 15 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 220F Owner Reviews

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      • R
        Ravi
        27 Oct 2024
        5.0
        Best bike very nice mileage and good road stability very good features maximum mileage speed is good very beautiful and luxurious feel on bike braking good mileage is good and good capability
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        Goutam Bhakat
        25 Oct 2024
        5.0
        Out of all the 160cc bikes, I feel that TVS Apache has the best mileage and power, it is very comfortable for ride on any road, and very low maintenance very nice.
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        Prakash
        25 Oct 2024
        5.0
        Best Bike good experience comfortable with riding good average low maintenance better mileage good control for driver nice breaking easy maintenance easy handling.
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        Shiv shankar
        23 Oct 2024
        5.0
        good color and product is very good quality and 160 cc engine optimization and good quality tire.
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        manju
        17 Oct 2024
        4.6
        nice experience by having tvs apache rtr160, good mileage with decent and well designed body. with 160cc top speed reached 113km per hour, no vibration at top speed.
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