Which bike is better Bajaj Pulsar 180 or TVS Apache RTR 180?

According to our average user rating, TVS Apache RTR 180 has a score of 4.6/5 while Bajaj Pulsar 180 is rated 4.5/5.

Which bike among Bajaj Pulsar 180 and TVS Apache RTR 180 is cheaper?

Bajaj Pulsar 180 is the cheapest among these bikes.

Which bike between Bajaj Pulsar 180 and TVS Apache RTR 180 has a better mileage?

Bajaj Pulsar 180 (42 kmpl) has a better mileage than TVS Apache RTR 180 (41 kmpl).

Which bike is heavier Bajaj Pulsar 180 or TVS Apache RTR 180?

Bajaj Pulsar 180 is heavier (151 kg) than TVS Apache RTR 180 (141 kg).

Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs TVS Apache RTR 180

BikeWale brings you comparison of Bajaj Pulsar 180 and TVS Apache RTR 180. The ex-showroom price of Bajaj Pulsar 180 is ₹ 1,14,936 and TVS Apache RTR 180 is ₹ 1,19,629. Bajaj Pulsar 180 is available in 3 colours and 1 variant and TVS Apache RTR 180 is available in 3 colours and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Bajaj Pulsar 180 and TVS Apache RTR 180.

Pulsar 180 vs Apache RTR 180 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Pulsar 180	Apache RTR 180
Price	₹ 1,14,936	₹ 1,19,629
Capacity	178.6 cc	177.4 cc
Power	16.76 bhp @ 8500 rpm	16.56 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Economy	42 kmpl	41 kmpl

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Pulsar 180

Version
Bikini Fairing

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₹ 1,14,936
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Apache RTR 180

Version
BS VI

Avg. Ex-showroom
₹ 1,19,629
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Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	16.76 bhp @ 8,500 rpm	16.56 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Max Torque	14.52 Nm @ 6,500 rpm	15.5 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country.	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	178.6	177.4
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	63.5	62
Stroke (mm)	56.4	58
Valves Per Cylinder	2	2
Compression Ratio	9.8 +/- 0.3 : 1	10.0:1
Ignition	Digital Twin Spark Ignition	Dual mode digital ignition
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	2	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Oil Cooled
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 4 Up	1 Down 4 Up
Clutch	Wet multiplate	Wet multiplate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	15	12
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres) These are estimated figures	3.2	2
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank and an electric bike can travel on a full charge	630	492
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl) BikeWale collects mileage information from bike owners to provide you with the actual mileage that you might get.	42	41
Top Speed (Kmph) These are estimated figures	122	113

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Braking System CBS, IBS, SBT, UBS, HBS - Combined braking of both front and rear wheel \| ABS - Anti-lock braking system which can be just for front wheel (single channel) or both wheels (dual channel) or can be switched off (switchable) \| E-ABS - Electronic assisted braking system \| Standard - Cable operated	Single Channel ABS	Single Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	280	270
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	230	200
Calliper Type	Dual Piston	Dual Piston
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	90/90 - 17	90/90-17 49P Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size	120/80 - 17	110/80-17 57P Tubeless
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	No	Yes
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	28	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	30	28
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	28	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	32	32
Front Suspension	Telescopic with Anti Friction Bush	Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension	5 way adjustable, Nitrox shock absorber	Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	151	141
Overall Length (mm)	2,035	2,085
Overall Width (mm)	765	730
Overall Height (mm)	1,115	1,105
Wheelbase (mm)	1,345	1,326
Ground Clearance (mm)	165	170
Seat Height (mm)	790	790
Chassis Type	Double Cradle	Double Cradle Synchro STIFF

Manufacturer Warranty


Standard Warranty (Year) (Year)	5	5
Standard Warranty (Kilometers) Standard Warranty (Kilometers)	75000 Kilometers	60000 Kilometers

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	No
USB charging port	No	No
Front storage box	No	No
Under seat storage	No	No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue
Stand Alarm	Yes	No
Stepped Seat	Yes	No
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	No	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	Yes	No
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	No	Yes
Battery	12V Full DC MF	12V, 8Ah MF
Headlight Type	Halogen	Halogen with AHO
Brake/Tail Light	LED Taillamp	LED Tail Lamp
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	Split Grab Rails	RT-Fi ,GTT (Glide Through Technology)

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Good performance figure
- One of the most affordable in the segment
- Cheap to maintain
- Known for its torquey engine
- Easy to ride in the city
- Gets ABS with Rear lift wheel lift-off protection
Could be better
- Outdated design
- Lacks modern features
- Lacks good fit and finish
- Instrument cluster is boring to look at
- Front brake tends to fade after frequent use

Colors


Available Colours	Volcanic Red Pearl White Sparkle Black	Matte Blue Pearl White Gloss Black

Reviews


Overall rating	4.5(39 ratings) 9 reviews	4.6(540 ratings) 161 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4.5	4.6
Reliability	4.0	4.4
Performance	4.5	4.5
Comfort	4.4	4.5
Service Experience	3.9	4.2

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Low maintenance cost powerful stylish bi

This pulsar 180cc bike i have purchased on April , 2016. The total run is almost 1100

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Perfect pick up with good mileage and br

In Jan 2022 I bought this bike was really awesome. Very comfortable for riding on the

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FAQs About Pulsar 180 & Apache RTR 180

Q: Which bike is better Bajaj Pulsar 180 or TVS Apache RTR 180?

A: According to our average user rating, TVS Apache RTR 180 has a score of 4.6/5 while Bajaj Pulsar 180 is rated 4.5/5.
Q: Which bike among Bajaj Pulsar 180 and TVS Apache RTR 180 is cheaper?

A: Bajaj Pulsar 180 is the cheapest among these bikes.
Q: Which bike between Bajaj Pulsar 180 and TVS Apache RTR 180 has a better mileage?

A: Bajaj Pulsar 180 (42 kmpl) has a better mileage than TVS Apache RTR 180 (41 kmpl).
Q: Which bike is heavier Bajaj Pulsar 180 or TVS Apache RTR 180?

A: Bajaj Pulsar 180 is heavier (151 kg) than TVS Apache RTR 180 (141 kg).