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 123,313 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 |
123,313
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 | Single Channel ABS | Single Channel ABS | |
| Front Brake | -- | -- | |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | |
| Rear Brake | -- | -- | |
| 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 Size | -- | -- | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Engine Type | -- | -- | |
| 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 | |
| Suspensions & Chassis | |||
| Chassis Type | Perimeter Frame | Double Cradle Synchro STIFF | |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Fork | Telescopic Forks | |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No | |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock | Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid | |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | -- | Yes | |
| Warranty and Services | |||
| 1st Service | -- | -- | |
| 2nd Service | -- | -- | |
| 3rd Service | -- | -- | |
| 4th Service | -- | -- | |
| 5th Service | -- | -- | |
| No. of Free Services | 3 | 5 | |
| Standard Warranty (km) | 75,000 km | 60,000 km | |
| Standard Warranty (Years) | 5 year | 5 year | |
| Vehicle Warranty | -- | -- | |
| List of Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Features | Split Grab Rails | 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 | |
| Adjustable levers | No | No | |
| Automatic Start Stop | No | No | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | Yes | Yes | |
| Average Speed | No | Yes | |
| Boot Light | -- | -- | |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED | |
| Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes | |
| Center stand availability | No | Yes | |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | |
| Cruise Control | No | No | |
| Distance to Empty | Yes | No | |
| Document Storage | -- | No | |
| DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) | Yes | Yes | |
| Engine Temperature Indicator | No | No | |
| Front Storage Box | No | No | |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital | Digital | |
| Fuel Lid | -- | -- | |
| 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 | -- | -- | |
| Headlight Type | LED | LED | |
| Heated Grip | No | No | |
| Helmet Hooks | -- | -- | |
| High Beam Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Instrument Console | -- | -- | |
| Instrument Console Type | 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 Comfort | -- | -- | |
| Pillion Seat | Stepped Seat | Yes | |
| Quickshifter | No | No | |
| Real Time Mileage Indicator | Yes | No | |
| Ride by Wire | No | No | |
| 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 | |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | No | No | |
| Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
| USB Charging Port | Yes | No | |
| Vehicle Location Tracking | Live Location | Last Park Location | |
| Voice Assist | No | Yes | |
| Windscreen | No | No | |