Here is a price and spec based comparison of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is cheaper, retailing at Rs 116,491 whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 sells at Rs 121,799. The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has the smaller engine here, at 159.7cc, producing 16.2bhp and , while the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is powered by a 160.3cc engine which produces 16.2bhp and . The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has a claimed mileage of 41.4 kmpl and the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a claimed mileage of 52.2kmpl. Read on for a detailed specification comparison.
| Price |
121,799
Ex-Showroom Price
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116,491
Ex-Showroom Price
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| CC | 160.3 cc | 159.7 cc | |
| Weight | 152 kg | 144 kg | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 litres | 12 litres | |
| BHP | 17.03 bhp @ 9,000 rpm | 17.31 bhp @ 9,250 rpm |
| Brakes & Wheels | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Single Channel ABS | |
| Caliper - Front | 2 Piston | 2 Piston | |
| Caliper - Rear | 1 Piston | -- | |
| Front Brake Size | 300 mm | 270 mm | |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | |
| Rear Brake Size | 230 mm | 130 mm | |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | 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 | 12 litres | 12 litres | |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 180 mm | |
| Kerb Weight | 152 kg | 144 kg | |
| Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) | -- | -- | |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.4 litres | 2.5 litres | |
| Seat Height | 805 mm | 800 mm | |
| Seat Length | -- | -- | |
| Wheelbase | 1,372 mm | 1,357 mm | |
| Manufacturer Warranty | |||
| Standard Warranty (km) | 75,000 km | 60,000 km | |
| Standard Warranty (Years) | 5 year | 5 year | |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Battery | DC, 12V, 8Ah VRLA | 12V, 6Ah MF | |
| Bore x Stroke | -- | -- | |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate | |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8+/-0.5:1 | 10.0:1 | |
| Cooling System | Oil Cooled | Oil Cooled | |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 | |
| Displacement | 160.3 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 | 17.03 bhp @ 9,000 rpm | 17.31 bhp @ 9,250 rpm | |
| Max Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 14.73 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | |
| Mileage - ARAI | 52.2 kmpl | 41.4 kmpl | |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 44 kmpl | 45 kmpl | |
| Riding Modes | No | Sport, Urban and Rain | |
| Riding Range | 626 km | 497 km | |
| Spark Plugs | 2 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | |
| Top Speed | 120 kmph | 114 kmph | |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual | |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 | |
| 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 | Perimeter Frame | Double cradle Split Synchro STIFF | |
| Front Suspension | Upside-down Forks | Telescopic Fork | |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No | |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister | Mono Shock | |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes | |
| List of Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Features | Split Grab Rails, LCD Instrument Cluster | Muffler-Twin Pipe and Twin barrel Design, Maximum Power - (Urban/Rain) - 15.64PS @8600rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban/Rain) - 14.14Nm @7250rpm, Gear Shift Indicator, RT-Fi ,GTT (Glide Through Technology), R | |
| Automatic Start Stop | No | No | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | Yes | -- | |
| Average Speed | No | Yes | |
| Boot Light | -- | -- | |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED | |
| Brightness Control | Yes | -- | |
| Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | No | |
| Clock | Yes | 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 | Yes | Yes | |
| Gear Shift Light | Yes | Yes | |
| Geo Fencing | No | No | |
| GPS & Navigation | Turn by Turn Navigation | No | |
| Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Hazard Warning Lights | No | No | |
| Headlight Type | LED | 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 | Yes | 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 | Stepped Seat | 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 | Kick and Self Start | Self Start | |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
| Touch Screen Display | No | No | |
| Traction Control | No | No | |
| Tripmeter | -- | -- | |
| Turn Signal | LED | LED | |
| Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
| USB Charging Port | Yes | No | |
| Vehicle Location Tracking | Live Location | No | |
| Voice Assist | No | No | |