Which bike is better KTM RC 125 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 KTM RC 125 is rated 2.9/5.

Which bike among KTM RC 125 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is cheaper?

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

Which bike between KTM RC 125 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has a better mileage?

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (45 kmpl) has a better mileage than KTM RC 125 (40 kmpl).

Which bike is heavier KTM RC 125 or TVS Apache RTR 160 4V?

KTM RC 125 is heavier (162 kg) than TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (145 kg).

KTM RC 125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 4V

BikeWale brings you comparison of KTM RC 125 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. The ex-showroom price of KTM RC 125 is ₹ 1,82,063 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is ₹ 1,12,610. KTM RC 125 is available in 2 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 KTM RC 125 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V.

RC 125 vs Apache RTR 160 4V Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	RC 125	Apache RTR 160 4V
Price	₹ 1,82,063	₹ 1,12,610
Capacity	124.7 cc	159.7 cc
Power	14.75 bhp	17.39 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Economy	40 kmpl	45 kmpl

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RC 125

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Standard

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₹ 1,82,063
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Apache RTR 160 4V

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₹ 1,12,610
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Single Disc - ABS - [2021]
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	14.75 bhp	17.39 bhp @ 9,250 rpm
Max Torque	12 Nm	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)	124.7	159.7
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	58	62
Stroke (mm)	47.2	52.9
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	12.8:1	10.0:1
Ignition	Digital Ignition	Mapped Ignition System
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Oil Cooled
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 4 Up
Clutch	Wet multi-disc clutch	Wet Multiplate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13.7	12
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres) These are estimated figures	1.5	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	548	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	120	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	Switchable ABS	Single Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	320	270
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Rear Brake Size (mm)	230	130
Calliper Type	Front-4 Piston Radial Fixed, Rear- Single-piston floating calliper	Dual Piston
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	110/70 - R17	90/90 - 17
Rear Tyre Size	150/60 - R17	110/80 - 17
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	29	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	29	28
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	29	25
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	32	32
Front Suspension	WP APEX 43	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	WP APEX Monoshock	Mono Shock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	162	145
Overall Length (mm)	1,977	2,035
Overall Width (mm)	--	790
Overall Height (mm)	--	1,050
Wheelbase (mm)	1,341	1,357
Ground Clearance (mm)	158	180
Seat Height (mm)	824	800
Chassis Type	Steel trellis frame, powder coated	Double cradle Split Synchro STIFF

Manufacturer Warranty


Standard Warranty (Year) (Year)	2	5
Standard Warranty (Kilometers) Standard Warranty (Kilometers)	30000	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	Digital
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	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
Battery	12 V 8 AH VRLA	12V, 8Ah MF
Headlight Type	Halogen Headlamp	AHO LED Headlamp with LED position lamp
Brake/Tail Light	LED tail lamp	LED - 1W/ 2.5 W
Turn Signal	Yes	12V, 10W X 4
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	Fully Adjustable Handlebar	RT-Fi ,GTT (Glide Through Technology), Race Derived O3C engine, Wave Bite key

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Has a refined and potent 124cc engine
- Excellent handling
- Very good brakes
- Easy to ride in the city
- Engine is smooth
- Good looking instrument cluster
Could be better
- Aggressive riding position
- Little expensive
- Need more features
- Quality could have been better
- Could have got sportier split seats

Colors


Available Colours	Ceramic White Dark Galvano	Metallic Blue Racing Red Knight Black

Reviews


Overall rating	2.9(25 ratings) 6 reviews	4.5(1630 ratings) 540 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	3.2	4.5
Reliability	2.5	4.3
Performance	3.2	4.4
Comfort	2.8	4.5
Service Experience	2.3	4.0
Value for Money	2.5	4.2

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