Here is a price and spec based comparison of the Bajaj Pulsar 150 and the TVS Apache RTR 160. The Bajaj Pulsar 150 is cheaper, retailing at Rs 105,368 whereas the TVS Apache RTR 160 sells at Rs 109,036. The Bajaj Pulsar 150 has the smaller engine here, at 149.5cc, producing 13.8bhp and , while the TVS Apache RTR 160 is powered by a 159.7cc engine which produces 13.8bhp and . The Bajaj Pulsar 150 has a claimed mileage of 49 kmpl and the TVS Apache RTR 160 has a claimed mileage of 61kmpl. Read on for a detailed specification comparison.
| Price |
105,368
Ex-Showroom Price
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109,036
Ex-Showroom Price
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| CC | 149.5 cc | 159.7 cc | |
| Weight | 148 kg | 137 kg | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 litres | 12 litres | |
| BHP | 13.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm | 15.82 bhp @ 8,750 rpm |
| Brakes & Wheels | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Single Channel ABS | Single Channel ABS | |
| Caliper - Front | 2 Piston | 2 Piston | |
| Caliper - Rear | -- | -- | |
| Front Brake Size | 260 mm | 270 mm | |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | |
| Rear Brake Size | 130 mm | 130 mm | |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum | |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider Only) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Size | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | |
| Dimensions | |||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 litres | 12 litres | |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 180 mm | |
| Kerb Weight | 148 kg | 137 kg | |
| Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) | -- | -- | |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.4 litres | 2.5 litres | |
| Seat Height | 785 mm | 790 mm | |
| Seat Length | -- | -- | |
| Wheelbase | 1,320 mm | 1,300 mm | |
| Manufacturer Warranty | |||
| Standard Warranty (km) | 75,000 km | 60,000 km | |
| Standard Warranty (Years) | 5 year | 5 year | |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Battery | 12V - 4Ah VRLA | 12V, 6Ah MF | |
| Bore x Stroke | -- | -- | |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate | |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 +/- 0.3 : 1 | 10.0:1 | |
| Cooling System | Air Cooled | Air Cooled | |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 | |
| Displacement | 149.5 cc | 159.7 cc | |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | 1 Down 4 Up | |
| Max Power | 13.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm | 15.82 bhp @ 8,750 rpm | |
| Max Torque | 13.25 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 13.85 Nm @ 7,000 rpm | |
| Mileage - ARAI | -- | 61 kmpl | |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 49 kmpl | 45 kmpl | |
| Riding Modes | No | Sport, Urban and Rain | |
| Riding Range | -- | 732 km | |
| Spark Plugs | 2 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | |
| Top Speed | 110 kmph | 107 kmph | |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual | |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 2 | 2 | |
| Service & Maintenance Schedule | |||
| 1st Service (Days) | 30-45 | 30 | |
| 1st Service (km) | 500-750 km | 500-750 km | |
| 2nd Service (Days) | 240 | 90 | |
| 2nd Service (Kms) | 4500-5000 | 2500-3000 | |
| 3rd Service (Days) | 360 | 180 | |
| 3rd Service (Kms) | 9500-10000 | 5000-6000 | |
| 4th Service (Days) | -- | 270 | |
| 4th Service (Kms) | -- | 8500-9000 | |
| 5th Service (Days) | -- | 365 | |
| 5th Service (Kms) | -- | 11500-12000 | |
| No. of Free Services | 3 | 5 | |
| Suspensions & Chassis | |||
| Chassis Type | Double Cradle | Double Cradle Synchro Stiff | |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic, 31mm Conventional fork | Telescopic with Hydraulic Dampers. 105mm Stroke | |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No | |
| Rear Suspension | Twin Shock absorber, Gas filled with Canister | Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid | |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes | |
| List of Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Features | -- | Glide Through Technology, Maximum Power - (Urban/Rain) - 13.32 PS @8000rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban/Rain) - 12.7Nm @6500rpm, Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 4, Max. Speed Urban/Ra | |
| Automatic Start Stop | No | No | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | Yes | -- | |
| Average Speed | No | Yes | |
| Boot Light | -- | -- | |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED | |
| Brightness Control | Yes | No | |
| Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | No | |
| Clock | No | Yes | |
| Cruise Control | No | No | |
| Digital Display Type | LCD | LCD | |
| Display Size | -- | -- | |
| Distance to Empty | Yes | No | |
| Document Storage | -- | -- | |
| DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) | Yes | Yes | |
| Dual Lights | No | No | |
| Engine Temperature Indicator | No | No | |
| External Fuel Fill | -- | -- | |
| Front Storage Box | No | No | |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital | Digital | |
| Fuel Lid Opening Mechanism | -- | -- | |
| Gear Indicator | No | Yes | |
| Gear Shift Light | Yes | No | |
| Geo Fencing | No | No | |
| GPS & Navigation | No | No | |
| Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Hazard Warning Lights | No | No | |
| Headlight Type | Halogen Bulb | LED | |
| Helmet Hooks | -- | -- | |
| High Beam Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Instrument Console | Digital | Digital | |
| Keyless Lock/Unlock | No | No | |
| Kill Switch | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Oil Indicator | No | Yes | |
| Luggage Hooks | -- | -- | |
| Malfunction Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobile Phone Connectivity | Bluetooth | No | |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | |
| OTA Updates | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Parking Brake | -- | -- | |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes | |
| Pillion Grab Rail | Yes | Yes | |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | Yes | |
| Projector Headlamp | No | No | |
| Quickshifter | No | No | |
| Real Time Mileage Indicator | Yes | -- | |
| Remote Fuel Lid Opening | -- | -- | |
| Saree Guard | Yes | Yes | |
| Seat Opening Switch | -- | -- | |
| Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off | Yes | Yes | |
| Silencer Cover | Yes | Yes | |
| Silent Start | No | No | |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | No | |
| Start Type | Self Start | Self Start | |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
| Touch Screen Display | No | No | |
| Traction Control | No | No | |
| Tripmeter | -- | -- | |
| Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | Halogen Bulb | |
| Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
| USB Charging Port | Yes | No | |
| Vehicle Location Tracking | Live Location | No | |
| Voice Assist | No | -- | |