TVS Apache RTR 160 4V vs Yamaha MT 15

BikeWale brings you comparison of TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Yamaha MT 15. The ex-showroom price of TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is ₹ 1,12,255 and Yamaha MT 15 is ₹ 1,46,627. TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is available in 3 colours and 6 variants and Yamaha MT 15 is available in 2 colours and 3 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 160 4V and Yamaha MT 15.

Apache RTR 160 4V vs MT 15 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Apache RTR 160 4V	MT 15
Price	₹ 1,12,255	₹ 1,46,627
Capacity	159.7 cc	155 cc
Power	17.39 bhp @ 9250 rpm	18.23 bhp @ 10000 rpm
Economy	45 kmpl	45 kmpl

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Apache RTR 160 4V

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₹ 1,12,255
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MT 15

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₹ 1,46,627
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Apache RTR 160 4V
Single Disc - ABS - [2021]
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MT 15
BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	17.39 bhp @ 9,250 rpm	18.23 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
Max Torque	14.73 Nm @ 7,250 rpm	13.9 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	159.7	155
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	62	58
Stroke (mm)	52.9	58.7
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	11.6 : 1
Ignition	Mapped Ignition System	TCI (transistor controlled ignition)
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	1
Cooling System	Oil Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 4 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	Wet, Multiple Disc
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	12	10
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	540	450
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	45
Top Speed (Kmph)	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	Single Channel ABS	Single Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	270	282
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	130	220
Calliper Type	--	--
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	90/90-17 49P Tubeless	100/80-17M/C 52P - Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size	110/80-17 57P Tubeless	140/70R17M/C 66H - Radial Tubeless
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	25	32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	28	36
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	25	32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	32	39
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Mono Shock	Linked-type Monocross suspension

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	145	138
Overall Length (mm)	2,035	2,020
Overall Width (mm)	790	800
Overall Height (mm)	1,050	1,070
Wheelbase (mm)	1,357	1,335
Ground Clearance (mm)	180	170
Seat Height (mm)	800	810
Chassis Type	Double cradle Split Synchro STIFF	Deltabox

Manufacturer Warranty


Standard Warranty (Year) (Year)	5	2
Standard Warranty (Kilometers) Standard Warranty (Kilometers)	60000 Kilometers	30000 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	No	Yes
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	No
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
Electric System	12V DC	12V DC
Battery	12V, 8Ah MF	12V,4.0Ah
Headlight Type	AHO LED Headlamp with LED position lamp	LED Headlight
Headlight Bulb Type	12V, LED	--
Brake/Tail Light	LED - 1W/ 2.5 W	LED Taillight
Turn Signal	12V, 10W X 4	12V, 10W x 2
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	RT-Fi ,GTT (Glide Through Technology), Race Derived O3C engine, Wave Bite key	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Easy to ride in the city
- Engine is smooth
- Good looking instrument cluster
- Is easy to ride in the city
- Gets a refined 155cc motor
- Offers good fuel efficiency
Could be better
- Quality could have been better
- Could have got sportier split seats
- Has a stiff suspension setup
- Could get better build quality
- Is pricey

Reviews


Overall rating	4.5(1544 ratings) 507 reviews	4.6(787 ratings) 220 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4	4
Reliability	4	4
Performance	4	4
Comfort	4	4
Service Experience	4	4
Maintenance cost	3	3
Extra Features	4	4

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Powerful engine - sporty look - very goo

Buying experience was good. Rtr 160 4v is smooth riding machine with very good in-bui

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Superb but pillion seat is very small

Bike is superb. But failed in pillion seat. If pillion seat is somewhat large signs o

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