Which bike is better Hero Xpulse 200 or TVS Apache RTR 160 4V?

According to our average user rating, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has a score of 4.5/5 while Hero Xpulse 200 is rated 4.4/5.

Which bike among Hero Xpulse 200 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is cheaper?

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is the cheapest among these bikes.

Which bike between Hero Xpulse 200 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has a better mileage?

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (45 kmpl) has a better mileage than Hero Xpulse 200 (40 kmpl).

Which bike is heavier Hero Xpulse 200 or TVS Apache RTR 160 4V?

Hero Xpulse 200 is heavier (157 kg) than TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (145 kg).

Hero Xpulse 200 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 4V

BikeWale brings you comparison of Hero Xpulse 200 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. The ex-showroom price of Hero Xpulse 200 is ₹ 1,22,267 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is ₹ 1,12,610. Hero Xpulse 200 is available in 5 colours and 1 variant and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is available in 3 colours and 6 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 Hero Xpulse 200 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V.

Xpulse 200 vs Apache RTR 160 4V Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Xpulse 200	Apache RTR 160 4V
Price	₹ 1,22,267	₹ 1,12,610
Capacity	199.6 cc	159.7 cc
Power	17.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm	17.39 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Economy	40 kmpl	45 kmpl

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Xpulse 200

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Standard

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₹ 1,22,267
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Apache RTR 160 4V

Version

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₹ 1,12,610
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Xpulse 200
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Apache RTR 160 4V
Single Disc - ABS - [2021]
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	17.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm	17.39 bhp @ 9,250 rpm
Max Torque	16.45 Nm @ 6,500 rpm	14.73 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country.	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	199.6	159.7
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	66.5	62
Stroke (mm)	57.5	52.9
Valves Per Cylinder	2	4
Compression Ratio	10:01	10.0:1
Ignition	Digital DC CDI Ignition System	Mapped Ignition System
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	1
Cooling System	Oil 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	Multi Plate Wet Clutch	Wet Multiplate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13	12
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres) These are estimated figures	2.6	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	520	540
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.	40	45
Top Speed (Kmph) These are estimated figures	111	114

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)	276	270
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Rear Brake Size (mm)	220	130
Calliper Type	Dual Piston	Dual Piston
Wheel Type	Spoke	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	21	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	18	17
Front Tyre Size	90/90 - 21	90/90 - 17
Rear Tyre Size	120/80 - 18	110/80 - 17
Tyre Type	Tubed	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	No	Yes
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	25	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	33	28
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	25	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	36	32
Front Suspension	Telescopic (37 mm Dia) with Double DU Bush (190 mm Stroke)	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	10 step Rider-adjustable Monoshock	Mono Shock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	157	145
Overall Length (mm)	2,222	2,035
Overall Width (mm)	850	790
Overall Height (mm)	1,258	1,050
Wheelbase (mm)	1,410	1,357
Ground Clearance (mm)	220	180
Seat Height (mm)	823	800
Chassis Type	Tubular Diamond	Double cradle Split Synchro STIFF

Manufacturer Warranty


Standard Warranty (Year) (Year)	5	5
Standard Warranty (Kilometers) Standard Warranty (Kilometers)	70000 Kilometers	60000 Kilometers

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	Yes	No
GPS & Navigation	Yes	No
USB charging port	Yes	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	Digital	Digital
Stand Alarm	Yes	No
Stepped Seat	No	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	No	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Battery	12 V - 7 Ah (MF Battery)	12V, 8Ah MF
Headlight Type	LED Head Lamp	AHO LED Headlamp with LED position lamp
Brake/Tail Light	12V-0.2/2.1W (LED)	LED - 1W/ 2.5 W
Turn Signal	Yes	12V, 10W X 4
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	XSENS Advantage Technology	RT-Fi ,GTT (Glide Through Technology), Race Derived O3C engine, Wave Bite key

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Ergonomics are comfortable
- Gets refined engine
- High ground clearance
- Easy to ride in the city
- Engine is smooth
- Good looking instrument cluster
Could be better
- Headlamp illumination needs longer range
- Could get better brakes
- Quality could have been better
- Could have got sportier split seats

Colors


Available Colours	Sports Red Matte Green White Matte Grey Panther Black	Metallic Blue Racing Red Knight Black

Reviews


Overall rating	4.4(315 ratings) 110 reviews	4.5(1647 ratings) 545 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4.2	4.5
Reliability	4.1	4.3
Performance	3.9	4.4
Comfort	4.0	4.5
Service Experience	4.0	4.0
Maintenance cost	4.1	3.9
Value for Money	4.3	4.2
Extra Features	3.9	4.4

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