Bajaj Freedom 125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

Bajaj Freedom 125 price starts at Rs. 1.05 Lakh, which is Rs. 10,059 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Apache RTR 160, priced at Rs. 1.15 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Freedom 125 offers a claimed 65 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 160 delivers 47 kmpl. On the performance front, the Freedom 125 uses a 125cc engine producing 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Freedom 125 and Apache RTR 160, the Freedom 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Apache RTR 160 stands out for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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Freedom 125 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Freedom 125TVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.05 LakhRs. 1.15 Lakh
Mileage 65 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine 125 cc159.7 cc
Max power 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 147.8 Kg137 Kg

Freedom 125 vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum LEDTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
Rating
108 reviews
222 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.05 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.15 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air cooled SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type CNG Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Freedom 125 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,133 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,310 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,541 Freedom 125 Insurance Rs. 10,622 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure
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Secondary Fuel Type
Petrol
Not Available
Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
93 kmph
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Air cooled
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
125 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
9.7 Nm @ 5000 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
54 mm
62 mm
Stroke
54.4 mm
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
CNG
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
10:0.3:1

Front Brake
Drum
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
65 kmpl
47 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
117.08
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
107 kmph (Sport)
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic, Dia 30 Inner, Stroke 125
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Monoshox With Linkages, Stroke 120
Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-90/80-17 Rear :-120/70-16
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
825 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1300 mm
Length
Not Available
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
180 mm
Height
Not Available
1105 mm
Width
Not Available
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
CNG - 2 kg + Petrol - 2 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
147.8 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH

Frame Type
Trellis Frame
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Urban
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Fuel Type - CNG and Petrol, Range - 330 km (CNG - 200 km + Petrol - 130 km), Top Speed - 90.5 kmph with CNG and 93.4 kmph with Petrol, Throttle Control
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
500-750 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
5000-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500-18000 Kms/550 Days

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Freedom 125
  • It gets unique styling resembling a supermoto which makes it stand apart
  • The engine is very refined and tractable for city commuting
  • Can switch between petrol and CNG modes on the go
Bajaj Freedom 125
  • We would have liked to see a larger fuel tank as its capacity is only 2 litres
  • A seat height of 825mm makes it a tall motorcycle for shorter riders
  • The braking setup could have been better
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Bajaj Freedom 125 Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Freedom 125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Freedom 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of safety. On the basis of performance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Freedom 125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The Bajaj Freedom 125 is cheaper than TVS Apache RTR 160 by ₹10,059.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Freedom 125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the NG04 Drum LED version, 125 cc CNG engine of Freedom 125 produces 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 9.7 Nm @ 5000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the RM Drum Black Edition version, 159.7 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTR 160 produces 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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