Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

BikeWale brings you comparison of Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. The ex-showroom price of Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 is ₹ 1,50,963 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is ₹ 1,23,520. Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 is available in 6 colours and 1 variant and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is available in 2 colours and 3 variants. 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 RS 200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V.

Pulsar RS 200 vs Apache RTR 200 4V Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Pulsar RS 200	Apache RTR 200 4V
Price	₹ 1,50,963	₹ 1,23,520
Capacity	199.5 cc	197.75 cc
Power	24.13 bhp @ 9750 rpm	20.21 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Economy	35 kmpl	37 kmpl

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Bajaj
Pulsar RS 200

Version
BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,50,963
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Apache RTR 200 4V

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₹ 1,23,520
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Pulsar RS 200
BS VI
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Apache RTR 200 4V
Single Channel ABS - BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	24.13 bhp @ 9,750 rpm	20.21 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Max Torque	18.7 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	16.8 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	199.5	197.75
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	72	66
Stroke (mm)	49	57.8
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	11 ± 0.5:1	10.0 :1
Ignition	Digital CDI	Mapped ignition system
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	3	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Oil Cooled
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	Wet multi plate- slipper clutch with 5 plate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13	12
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	2.5
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	455	444
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.	35	37
Top Speed (Kmph)	140.8	127

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	300	270
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	230	240
Calliper Type	--	--
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	100/80-17 52 P Tubeless	90/90-17 49P Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size	130/70-17 62 P Tubeless	130/70-17 M/C 62P Tubeless
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic with anti-friction bush	Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension	Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister	Mono Tube - Mono Shock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	166	153
Overall Length (mm)	1,999	2,050
Overall Width (mm)	765	790
Overall Height (mm)	1,114	1,050
Wheelbase (mm)	1,345	1,353
Ground Clearance (mm)	157	180
Seat Height (mm)	810	800
Chassis Type	Pressed steel perimeter beam section frame	Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	Yes
GPS & Navigation	No	Yes
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	Dual Channel ABS	Single Channel ABS
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	Digital
Stand Alarm	Yes	No
Stepped Seat	Yes	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	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	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Electric System	12 V Full DC MF	12V DC
Battery	Maintenance Free Battery	12V, 8Ah MF
Headlight Type	Dual Projector	LED Headlamp
Headlight Bulb Type	55W Low beam Projector, 65W High beam Projector	12V, LED
Brake/Tail Light	LED Tail Lamp	LED Tail Lamp
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	Rt-Fi ,Gtt (Glide Through Technology), Dedicated Info / Control Switch, Crash Alert System, Wave Bite Key, Race Derived O3C Engine

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Gets a refined engine
- The six-speed gearbox is slick
- Quite cheap to maintain
- Engine is potent, refined
- Gets smartphone connectivity
- Great overall quality
Could be better
- Quite pricey for a Bajaj
- The ride quality is too stiff
- Overall fit and finish doesn't justify the price
- Could get better brakes
- Vibrations at higher revs
- Bright LED DRLs affect night riding

Colors


Available Colours	Graphite Black Racing Blue Racing Red Burnt Red Metallic Pearl White Pewter Grey	Gloss Black Pearl White

Reviews


Overall rating	4.7(1532 ratings) 524 reviews	4.5(1274 ratings) 490 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4	4
Reliability	4	4
Performance	4	4
Comfort	4	4
Service Experience	4	3
Maintenance cost	5	4
Extra Features	4	5

Reviews

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Problem with the service

Good to ride but the main drawback for this bike is there are no mechanics in the aut

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Never ever buy this bike from TVS

After riding this bike for more than 3 years I'm disappointed in every way. Engine is

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