Detailed comparison of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RTR 160. The ex-showroom price of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is ₹ 1,17,932 and TVS Apache RTR 160 is ₹ 1,13,055. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 3 colours and TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 6 colours. Compare Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between Pulsar NS160 and Apache RTR 160.
| Bajaj Pulsar NS160 4.5 out of 5 | TVS Apache RTR 160 4.5 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 160.3 cc | 159.7 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 41 kmpl | 45 kmpl | - | - |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 151 kg | 139 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Compression Ratio | 9.8+/-0.5:1 | 10.0:1 | - | - |
| Top Speed | 120 Kmph | 107 Kmph | - | - |
| Riding Range | 492 Km | 540 Km | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.4 litres | 2.5 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 litres | 12 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet, Multi Plate | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | 1 Down 4 Up | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Oil Cooled | Air Cooled | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | 2 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Ignition | DTS-i | IDI-Dual mode digital ignition | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 160.3 cc | 159.7 cc | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 2 | - | - |
| Stroke | 60.7 mm | 52.9 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 58 mm | 62 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 17.03 bhp @ 9,000 rpm | 15.31 bhp @ 8,400 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 41 kmpl | 45 kmpl | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 151 kg | 139 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2,017 mm | 2,085 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 803.5 mm | 730 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1,060 mm | 1,105 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,372 mm | 1,300 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 176 mm | 180 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 805 mm | 790 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Perimeter Frame | Double Cradle Synchro Stiff | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Front Tyre Size | 90/90 -17 | 90/90 - 17 | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister | Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid | - | - |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic with Anti-friction Bush | Telescopic with Hydraulic Dampers. 105mm Stroke | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 32 psi | 32 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 25 psi | 25 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 28 psi | 28 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 25 psi | 25 psi | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | No | Yes | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 120/80 -17 | 110/80 - 17 | - | - |
| Braking System | Single Channel ABS | Single Channel ABS | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Dual Piston | Dual Piston | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 230 mm | 130 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 260 mm | 270 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | 5 Year | 5 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | 75000 Kilometers | 60000 Kilometers | - | - |
Features |
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| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | No | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Battery | 12V Full DC MF | 12V, 8Ah MF | - | - |
| Headlight Type | Halogen | Halogen | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Taillamp | LED Taillamp | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | Split Grab Rails | RT-Fi, GTT(Glide through technology) | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 1 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | No | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | No | - | - |
| Tachometer | Analogue | Analogue | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | No | No | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | No | No | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | No | No | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Burnt Red
Metallic Pearl White
Pewter Grey
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Matte Red
Matte Blue
Gloss Red
Pearl White
Gloss Black
T Grey
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 4.5 out of 5
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TVS Apache RTR 160 4.5 out of 5
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* Ex-showroom PriceQ: Which bike is better, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or TVS Apache RTR 160?
A: According to our expert rating, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a score of 4.5/5 whereas TVS Apache RTR 160 scored 4.5/5.
Q: Among Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RTR 160, which bike is cheaper?
A: TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar NS160 . TVS Apache RTR 160 has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 1,13,055 while the ex-showroom price of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is ₹ 1,17,932.
Q: Apart from Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RTR 160, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RTR 160 the other similar alternatives are Revolt RV 400, Bajaj Pulsar 150, Revolt RV 400 and Bajaj Pulsar 150.
