Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: September 23, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.15 Lakh, which is Rs. 7,547 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar 180, priced at Rs. 1.22 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar 180 uses a 178.61cc engine producing 17 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 180 and Apache RTR 160, the Apache RTR 160 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Pulsar 180 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar 180 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 180TVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.22 LakhRs. 1.15 Lakh
Mileage Not Available47 kmpl
Engine 178.61 cc159.7 cc
Max power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 156 Kg137 Kg

Pulsar 180 vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 180 STDTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
Rating
1 review
223 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.22 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.15 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 180 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,659 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,310 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,749 Pulsar 180 Insurance Rs. 10,622 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
178.61 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
17 PS @ 8500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
15 Nm @ 6500 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
62 mm
Stroke
Not Available
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10:0.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
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 37
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock absorber, Gas filled with Canister
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 :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 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
Not Available
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
2035*765*1115 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1300 mm
Length
2035 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Height
1115 mm
1105 mm
Width
765 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
156 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
130 mm

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

Frame Type
Not Available
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Urban
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
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
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
500-750 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5000-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500-18000 Kms/448 Days

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • OG Pulsar fans will love the iconic looks
  • Retains the massive 15-litre fuel tank
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • Still no dual channel ABS
  • Console could’ve been more info-packed, with navigation

Is TVS Apache RTR 160 Better Than Bajaj Pulsar 180?

100% users have chosen TVS Apache RTR 160 over Bajaj Pulsar 180 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 340 users have also rated TVS Apache RTR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar 180 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Bajaj Pulsar 180 has out rated TVS Apache RTR 160 on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Pulsar 180 Apache RTR 160
Mileage 4.1 5.0
Performance 4.5 5.0
Comfort 4.2 5.0
Maintenance 4.0 5.0
Safety 0.9 4.0
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Bajaj Pulsar 180 Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
Bajaj Pulsar 180 has out rated TVS Apache RTR 160 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar 180 by ₹7,547.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the STD version, 178.61 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 180 produces 17 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 15 Nm @ 6500 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 the Bajaj Pulsar 180 has better performance.

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