Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

In 2026 Bajaj Pulsar N160 or TVS Apache RTR 160 choose which bike is best for you - compare these two bikes or scooters on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Pulsar N160 Price starts at Rs. 1.2 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs. 1.14 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). Pulsar N160 engine makes power and torque 16 PS PS & 14.65 Nm. On the other hand, Apache RTR 160 engine makes power & torque 16.04 PS PS & 13.85 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar N160 in 3 colours. TVS offers the Apache RTR 160 in 6 colours. The Pulsar N160 mileage is around 59.11 kmpl. The Apache RTR 160 mileage is around 47 kmpl.
Pulsar N160 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Pulsar n160 Apache rtr 160
BrandBajajTVS
Price₹ 1.2 Lakhs₹ 1.14 Lakhs
Mileage59.11 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine Capacity164.82 cc159.7 cc
Power16 PS PS16.04 PS PS

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Pulsar N160
Dual Channel Single Seat
₹1.20 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Apache RTR 160
Black Edition
₹1.14 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
14 L12 L
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L-
Ground Clearance
165 mm180 mm
Length
1989 mm2085 mm
Wheelbase
1358 mm1300 mm
Height
1050 mm1105 mm
Kerb Weight
154 kg137 kg
Saddle Height
795 mm790 mm
Width
743 mm730 mm
Front Caliper
2 Piston-
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mmFront :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
ABS
Dual ChannelSingle Channel
Front Tyre Pressure
25 psi-
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Rear Caliper
1 Piston-
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
AlloyAlloy
Rear Tyre Pressure
28 psi-
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Rear Brake
DiscDrum
Max Speed
120 kmph107 kmph
Max Power
16 PS @ 8750 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Stroke
62.38 mm-
Max Torque
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Transmission
ManualManual
Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder-
Drive Type
Chain DriveChain Drive
Displacement
164.82 cc159.7 cc
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FISI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Clutch
Wet MultiplateSlipper Clutch
Cooling System
Air CooledAir Cooled
No Of Cylinders
11
Starting
Self Start OnlySelf Start Only
Gear Shift Pattern
1 Down 4 Up-
Valve Per Cylinder
22
Gear Box
5 Speed5 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Bore
58 mm-
Body Graphics
Yes-
Front Suspension
Telescopic Forks (37 mm)Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension
Nitrox MonoshockMonotube Inverted Gas filled shox (MIG) with spring aid
Features
Low Battery Indicator
Yes-
Low Fuel Indicator
YesYes
Headlight
LEDAHO, LED Headlamp with all time on LED Position Lamp
Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km-
Pass Beam Switch
Yes-
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes-
Malfunction Indicator
Yes-
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes-
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
Digital-
Clock
Yes-
Service Due Indicator
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes-
Pillion Seat
Yes-
Mobile Application
Yes-
Tachometer
DigitalDigital
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes-
Tripmeter
DigitalDigital
Kill Switch
Yes-
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes-
Rear Footpegs
Yes-
Distance To Empty
Yes-
Seat Type
SplitSingle
Gear Position Indicator
Yes-
USB Charging Port
Yes-
Display
LCDYes
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹1,39,990₹1,33,606
Ex-Showroom Price
₹1,19,711₹1,13,890
RTO
₹9,576₹9,111
Insurance
₹10,703₹10,605
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹0₹0
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹3,008₹2,871
Expert Rating
-
Pros and Cons

Pros

Good low-end tractabilityComfortable ergonomics Good handling and braking

Cons

Laggy TFT screen

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