TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar 180F

BikeWale brings you comparison of TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 180F. The ex-showroom price of TVS Apache RTR 160 is ₹ 97,500 and Bajaj Pulsar 180F is ₹ 1,12,506. TVS Apache RTR 160 is available in 6 colours and 2 variants and Bajaj Pulsar 180F is available in 3 colours and 1 variant. 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 TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 180F.

Apache RTR 160 vs Pulsar 180F Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Apache RTR 160	Pulsar 180F
Price	₹ 97,500	₹ 1,12,506
Capacity	159.7 cc	178.6 cc
Power	15.1 bhp @ 8400 rpm	16.6 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Economy	45 kmpl	44 kmpl

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TVS
Apache RTR 160

Version

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 97,500
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Bajaj
Pulsar 180F

Version
Neon - ABS - BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,12,506
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Apache RTR 160
Front Disc - ABS - BS VI
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Pulsar 180F
Neon - ABS - BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	15.1 bhp @ 8,400 rpm	16.6 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Max Torque	13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm	14.52 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	159.7	178.6
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	--	63.5
Stroke (mm)	--	56.4
Valves Per Cylinder	2	4
Compression Ratio	--	9.8 +/- 0.3 : 1
Ignition	IDI-Dual mode digital ignition	Digital Twin Spark Ignition
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	2
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet, Multi Plate	Wet multiplate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	12	15
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	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	540	660
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.	45	44
Top Speed (Kmph)	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	270	280
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	130	230
Calliper Type	--	--
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	90/90-17 49P Tubeless	90/90 17 Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size	110/80-17 57P Tubeless	120/80 17 Tubeless
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	No
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic with Hydraulic Dampers. 105mm Stroke	Telescopic with Anti Friction Bush
Rear Suspension	Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid	5 way adjustable, Nitrox shock absorber

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	139	156
Overall Length (mm)	2,085	2,035
Overall Width (mm)	730	750
Overall Height (mm)	1,105	1,165
Wheelbase (mm)	1,300	1,350
Ground Clearance (mm)	180	165
Seat Height (mm)	790	--
Chassis Type	Double Cradle Synchro Stiff	Double Cradle

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	No
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
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	Analogue
Stand Alarm	No	Yes
Stepped Seat	No	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	1	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	No
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	No
Electric System	12V	12 V
Battery	12V, 8Ah MF	12V Full DC MF
Headlight Type	Halogen	Halogen
Headlight Bulb Type	Halogen HS 1 12V 35/35 W with MFR AHO	H7 (12V 55W) – 2no.
Brake/Tail Light	LED Taillamp	LED Taillamp
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	RT-Fi, GTT(Glide through technology)	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Quite nible on the corners
- The engine is smooth and potent
- Rides quite well over bad roads
- The 180cc engine churns out class leading power
- Gets the Pulsar 220F DNA
- Cheap to maintain
Could be better
- Doesn't look attractive
- Lack of features compared to its competition
- There are vibrations in the mid-range
- Misses out on mono-shock suspension

Colors


Available Colours	Matte Red Matte Blue Gloss Red Pearl White Gloss Black T Grey	Black Red Neon Orange Black Silver

Reviews

Overall rating
4.5(2217 ratings)
683 reviews
4.6(193 ratings)
54 reviews

Performance Parameters


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

Reviews

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Tvs lovers

Hi , i am using this bike since last 10 years, its really awesome bike made by tvs ,f

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Best in 2020 •pulsar 180f •one should go

Go for it*one of the best bikes in 2020 *reliable *one of best fairing work of bajaj*

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Bajaj Pulsar 180F: Road Test Review

15 July 2019

Janak Sorap

The Bajaj Pulsar 180 is a model that has been present in the Pulsar series right since its inception in 2001. Over the years, both models, the 150 and 180 received updates and new colour schemes to stay relevant in the market.