Which bike is better KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar 150?

According to our average user rating, Bajaj Pulsar 150 has a score of 4.5/5, KTM RC 125 is rated 2.9/5 while TVS Apache RTR 160 has a rating of 4.5/5.

Which bike among KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 150 is cheaper?

Bajaj Pulsar 150 is the cheapest among these bikes.

Which bike between KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 150 has a better mileage?

Bajaj Pulsar 150 (48 kmpl) has a better mileage than KTM RC 125 (40 kmpl) and TVS Apache RTR 160 (45 kmpl).

Which bike is heavier KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar 150?

KTM RC 125 is heavier (162 kg) than Bajaj Pulsar 150 (148 kg) and TVS Apache RTR 160 (139 kg).

KTM RC 125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

BikeWale brings you comparison of KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160. The ex-showroom price of KTM RC 125 is ₹ 1,82,057 , TVS Apache RTR 160 is ₹ 1,11,900. KTM RC 125 is available in 2 colours and 1 variant, 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 KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160.

RC 125 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	RC 125	Apache RTR 160
Price	₹ 1,82,057	₹ 1,11,900
Capacity	124.7 cc	159.7 cc
Power	14.75 bhp	15.31 bhp @ 8400 rpm
Economy	40 kmpl	45 kmpl

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₹ 1,00,616

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Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	14.75 bhp	15.31 bhp @ 8,400 rpm	13.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Max Torque	12 Nm	13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm	13.25 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country.	BS-VI	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	124.7	159.7	149.5
Cylinders	1	1	1
Bore (mm)	58	62	56
Stroke (mm)	47.2	52.9	60.7
Valves Per Cylinder	4	2	2
Compression Ratio	12.8:1	10.0:1	9.8 +/- 0.3 : 1
Ignition	Digital Ignition	IDI-Dual mode digital ignition	Digital Twin Spark Ignition
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	1	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 4 Up	1 Down 4 Up
Clutch	Wet multi-disc clutch	Wet, Multi Plate	Wet Multiplate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13.7	12	15
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres) These are estimated figures	1.5	2.5	3.2
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	548	540	720
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	48
Top Speed (Kmph) These are estimated figures	120	107	110

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	Switchable ABS	Single Channel ABS	Single Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	320	270	260
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum	Drum
Rear Brake Size (mm)	230	130	130
Calliper Type	Front-4 Piston Radial Fixed, Rear- Single-piston floating calliper	Dual Piston	Dual Piston
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17	17
Front Tyre Size	110/70 R17	90/90-17 49P Tubeless	80/100 - 17
Rear Tyre Size	150/60 R17	110/80-17 57P Tubeless	100/90 - 17
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes	No
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	29	25	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	29	28	28
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	29	25	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	32	32	32
Front Suspension	WP APEX 43	Telescopic with Hydraulic Dampers. 105mm Stroke	Telescopic, 31mm Conventional Fork
Rear Suspension	WP APEX Monoshock	Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid	Twin Shock Absorber, Gas filled with Canister

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	162	139	148
Overall Length (mm)	1,977	2,085	2,055
Overall Width (mm)	--	730	765
Overall Height (mm)	--	1,105	1,060
Wheelbase (mm)	1,341	1,300	1,320
Ground Clearance (mm)	158	180	165
Seat Height (mm)	824	790	785
Chassis Type	Steel trellis frame, powder coated	Double Cradle Synchro Stiff	Double Cradle

Manufacturer Warranty


Standard Warranty (Year) (Year)	2	5	5
Standard Warranty (Kilometers) Standard Warranty (Kilometers)	30000	60000 Kilometers	75000 Kilometers

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	No	No
USB charging port	No	No	No
Front storage box	No	No	No
Under seat storage	No	No	No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue	Analogue
Stand Alarm	Yes	No	Yes
Stepped Seat	Yes	No	No
No. of Tripmeters	2	1	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes	No
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	Yes	No	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes	No
Battery	12 V 8 AH VRLA	12V, 8Ah MF	12V Full DC
Headlight Type	Halogen Headlamp	Halogen	Halogen
Brake/Tail Light	LED tail lamp	LED Taillamp	LED Tail Lamp
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes	Yes
Additional features	Fully Adjustable Handlebar	RT-Fi, GTT(Glide through technology)	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Has a refined and potent 124cc engine
- Excellent handling
- Very good brakes
- Quite nible on the corners
- The engine is smooth and potent
- Rides quite well over bad roads
- Engine performance is good
- Great service reach
- Cheap to maintain
Could be better
- Aggressive riding position
- Little expensive
- Need more features
- Doesn't look attractive
- Lack of features compared to its competition
- Quite old instrument cluster design
- Gets a skinny rear tyre

Colors


Available Colours	Ceramic White Dark Galvano	Matte Red Matte Blue Gloss Red Pearl White Gloss Black T Grey

Reviews


Overall rating	2.9(25 ratings) 6 reviews	4.5(2459 ratings) 721 reviews	4.5(3528 ratings) 1201 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	3.2	4.5	4.5
Reliability	2.5	4.4	4.4
Performance	3.2	4.7	4.4
Comfort	2.8	4.4	4.5
Service Experience	2.3	4.2	4.2
Maintenance cost	--	4.3	4.1
Value for Money	2.5	4.2	4.3
Extra Features	--	4.5	4.0

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FAQs About RC 125 & Apache RTR 160

Q: Which bike is better KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar 150?

A: According to our average user rating, Bajaj Pulsar 150 has a score of 4.5/5, KTM RC 125 is rated 2.9/5 while TVS Apache RTR 160 has a rating of 4.5/5.
Q: Which bike among KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 150 is cheaper?

A: Bajaj Pulsar 150 is the cheapest among these bikes.
Q: Which bike between KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 150 has a better mileage?

A: Bajaj Pulsar 150 (48 kmpl) has a better mileage than KTM RC 125 (40 kmpl) and TVS Apache RTR 160 (45 kmpl).
Q: Which bike is heavier KTM RC 125, TVS Apache RTR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar 150?

A: KTM RC 125 is heavier (162 kg) than Bajaj Pulsar 150 (148 kg) and TVS Apache RTR 160 (139 kg).

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