Here is a price and spec based comparison of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the TVS Apache RTR 180. The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is cheaper, retailing at Rs 121,799 whereas the TVS Apache RTR 180 sells at Rs 126,245. The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has the smaller engine here, at 160.3cc, producing 17.03bhp and , while the TVS Apache RTR 180 is powered by a 177.4cc engine which produces 17.03bhp and . The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a claimed mileage of 52.2 kmpl and the TVS Apache RTR 180 has a claimed mileage of 42kmpl. Read on for a detailed specification comparison.
| Price |
121,799
Ex-Showroom Price
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126,245
Ex-Showroom Price
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| CC | 160.3 cc | 177.4 cc | |
| Weight | 152 kg | 140 kg | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 litres | 12 litres | |
| BHP | 17.03 bhp @ 9,000 rpm | 16.78 bhp @ 9,000 rpm |
| Brakes & Wheels | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Single Channel ABS | |
| Caliper - Front | 2 Piston | 2 Piston | |
| Caliper - Rear | 1 Piston | 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 | 200 mm | |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| 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 | 140 kg | |
| Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) | -- | -- | |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.4 litres | 2 litres | |
| Seat Height | 805 mm | 790 mm | |
| Seat Length | -- | -- | |
| Wheelbase | 1,372 mm | 1,326 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 | 177.4 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 | 16.78 bhp @ 9,000 rpm | |
| Max Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 15.5 Nm @ 7,000 rpm | |
| Mileage - ARAI | 52.2 kmpl | -- | |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 44 kmpl | 42 kmpl | |
| Riding Modes | No | Sport, Urban and Rain | |
| Riding Range | 626 km | -- | |
| Spark Plugs | 2 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | |
| Top Speed | 120 kmph | 113 kmph | |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual | |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 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 | Perimeter Frame | Double Cradle Synchro STIFF | |
| Front Suspension | Upside-down Forks | Telescopic Forks | |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No | |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister | Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid | |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes | |
| List of Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Features | Split Grab Rails, LCD Instrument Cluster | Muffler - Conventional Design, Crash Alert, FI Technology, Glide Through Technology, Max. Power - Sport: 17.13PS @9000rpm, Urban/Rain: 13.87PS@8250rpm, Max. Torque - Urban/Rain: 14.2Nm @6000rpm, Brake | |
| Automatic Start Stop | No | No | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | Yes | Yes | |
| Average Speed | No | Yes | |
| Boot Light | -- | -- | |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED | |
| Brightness Control | Yes | No | |
| Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes | |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | |
| Cruise Control | No | No | |
| Digital Display Type | LCD | LCD | |
| Display Size | -- | -- | |
| Distance to Empty | Yes | No | |
| Document Storage | -- | No | |
| 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 | No | |
| Geo Fencing | No | No | |
| GPS & Navigation | Turn by Turn Navigation | Turn by Turn Navigation | |
| 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 | Bluetooth | |
| 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 | No | |
| 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 | Halogen Bulb | |
| Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
| USB Charging Port | Yes | No | |
| Vehicle Location Tracking | Live Location | Last Park Location | |
| Voice Assist | No | Yes | |