TVS Apache RTR 180 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 4V

BikeWale brings you comparison of TVS Apache RTR 180 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. The ex-showroom price of TVS Apache RTR 180 is ₹ 1,04,720 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is ₹ 1,04,220. TVS Apache RTR 180 is available in 4 colours and 1 variant and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is available in 3 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 TVS Apache RTR 180 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V.

Apache RTR 180 vs Apache RTR 160 4V Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Apache RTR 180	Apache RTR 160 4V
Price	₹ 1,04,720	₹ 1,04,220
Capacity	177.4 cc	159.7 cc
Power	16.56 bhp @ 8500 rpm	15.6 bhp @ 8250 rpm
Economy	42 kmpl	45 kmpl

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Apache RTR 180

Version
BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,04,720
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Apache RTR 160 4V

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₹ 1,04,220
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Apache RTR 180
BS VI
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Apache RTR 160 4V
Drum - ABS - BS-VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	16.56 bhp @ 8,500 rpm	15.6 bhp @ 8,250 rpm
Max Torque	15.5 Nm @ 7,000 rpm	14.12 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	177.4	159.7
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	62	--
Stroke (mm)	58	--
Valves Per Cylinder	2	4
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	10.0:1
Ignition	Dual mode digital ignition	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
Clutch	Wet multiplate	Wet Multiplate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	12	12
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	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	480	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)	--	114

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	270	270
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Rear Brake Size (mm)	200	130
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 49P Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size	110/80-17 57P Tubeless	110/80-17 57P Tubeless
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic Forks	Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension	Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid	Mono Shock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	141	147
Overall Length (mm)	2,085	2,035
Overall Width (mm)	730	790
Overall Height (mm)	1,105	1,050
Wheelbase (mm)	1,300	1,357
Ground Clearance (mm)	170	180
Seat Height (mm)	790	800
Chassis Type	Double Cradle Synchro STIFF	Double cradle Split Synchro STIFF

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	No
Stepped Seat	No	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	No	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Electric System	12V	12V DC
Battery	12V, 8Ah MF	12V, 8Ah MF
Headlight Type	Halogen with AHO	AHO LED Headlamp with LED position lamp
Headlight Bulb Type	35/35W Halogen HS1, Clear Lens with MFR	--
Brake/Tail Light	LED Tail Lamp	LED - 1W/ 2.5 W
Turn Signal	Yes	12V, 10W X 4
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	RT-Fi ,GTT (Glide Through Technology)	RT-Fi ,GTT (Glide Through Technology), Race Derived O3C engine, Wave Bite key

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Known for its torquey engine
- Easy to ride in the city
- Gets ABS with Rear lift wheel lift-off protection
- Easy to ride in the city
- Engine is smooth
- Good looking instrument cluster
Could be better
- Instrument cluster is boring to look at
- Front brake tends to fade after frequent use
- Quality could have been better
- Could have got sportier split seats

Colors


Available Colours	Matte Blue T Grey Pearl White Gloss Black	Metallic Blue Racing Red Knight Black

Reviews


Overall rating	4.6(499 ratings) 148 reviews	4.5(1452 ratings) 478 reviews

Performance Parameters


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

Reviews

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