Which bike is better Hero Xtreme 160R or TVS Apache RTR 160?

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

Which bike among Hero Xtreme 160R and TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper?

Hero Xtreme 160R is the cheapest among these bikes.

Which bike between Hero Xtreme 160R and TVS Apache RTR 160 has a better mileage?

Hero Xtreme 160R (47 kmpl) has a better mileage than TVS Apache RTR 160 (45 kmpl).

Which bike is heavier Hero Xtreme 160R or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 160 is heavier (139 kg) than Hero Xtreme 160R (138.5 kg).

Hero Xtreme 160R vs TVS Apache RTR 160

BikeWale brings you comparison of Hero Xtreme 160R and TVS Apache RTR 160. The ex-showroom price of Hero Xtreme 160R is ₹ 1,12,032 and TVS Apache RTR 160 is ₹ 1,13,055. Hero Xtreme 160R is available in 3 colours and 4 variants and TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 6 colours and 2 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 Xtreme 160R and TVS Apache RTR 160.

Xtreme 160R vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Xtreme 160R	Apache RTR 160
Price	₹ 1,12,032	₹ 1,13,055
Capacity	163 cc	159.7 cc
Power	15 bhp @ 8500 rpm	15.31 bhp @ 8400 rpm
Economy	47 kmpl	45 kmpl

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₹ 1,13,055
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	15 bhp @ 8,500 rpm	15.31 bhp @ 8,400 rpm
Max Torque	14 Nm @ 6,500 rpm	13.9 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)	163	159.7
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	57.3	62
Stroke (mm)	63.3	52.9
Valves Per Cylinder	2	2
Compression Ratio	9.8:1	10.0:1
Ignition	Digital DC CDI Ignition System	IDI-Dual mode digital ignition
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air 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, Multi Plate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	12	12
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres) These are estimated figures	1.9	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	564	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.	47	45
Top Speed (Kmph) These are estimated figures	107	107

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	Drum	Drum
Rear Brake Size (mm)	130	130
Calliper Type	Front - 2 Piston, Rear- Single Piston Calliper	Dual Piston
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	100/80 - 17	90/90 - 17
Rear Tyre Size	130/70 - R17	110/80 - 17
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	25	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	28	28
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	25	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	30	32
Front Suspension	Telescopic (37 mm Dia) with anti friction bush	Telescopic with Hydraulic Dampers. 105mm Stroke
Rear Suspension	7 step Rider-adjustable Monoshock	Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	138.5	139
Overall Length (mm)	2,029	2,085
Overall Width (mm)	793	730
Overall Height (mm)	1,052	1,105
Wheelbase (mm)	1,327	1,300
Ground Clearance (mm)	167	180
Seat Height (mm)	790	790
Chassis Type	Tubular Diamond	Double Cradle 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	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	Digital	Analogue
Stand Alarm	No	No
Stepped Seat	Yes	No
No. of Tripmeters	2	1
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	No	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	No
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Battery	Maintenance Free	12V, 8Ah MF
Headlight Type	Full LED Headlamp	Halogen
Brake/Tail Light	LED Taillamp	LED Taillamp
Turn Signal	LED	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	XSENS Advantage Technology, Hazard Lights	RT-Fi, GTT(Glide through technology)

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Fun to ride
- Looks quite good
- Fantastic pricing
- Quite nible on the corners
- The engine is smooth and potent
- Rides quite well over bad roads
Could be better
- Pillion comfort compromised
- Basic instrumentation
- Doesn't look attractive
- Lack of features compared to its competition

Colors


Available Colours	Pearl Silver White Sports Red Vibrant Blue	Matte Red Matte Blue Gloss Red Pearl White Gloss Black T Grey

Reviews


Overall rating	4.4(318 ratings) 98 reviews	4.5(2480 ratings) 727 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4.4	4.5
Reliability	4.2	4.4
Performance	4.3	4.7
Comfort	4.3	4.4
Service Experience	4.0	4.2
Maintenance cost	4.3	4.3
Value for Money	4.3	4.2
Extra Features	4.2	4.5

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