Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.15 Lakh, which is Rs. 20,574 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar 220F, priced at Rs. 1.35 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar 220F uses a 220cc engine producing 20.4 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 220F and Apache RTR 160, the Apache RTR 160 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Pulsar 220F stands out for performance.

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Pulsar 220F vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 220FTVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.35 LakhRs. 1.15 Lakh
Mileage Not Available47 kmpl
Engine 220 cc159.7 cc
Max power 20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 160 Kg137 Kg

Pulsar 220F vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 220F STDTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
Rating
27 reviews
225 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.35 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.15 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Twin Spark FI Engine, Oil Cooled SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 220F Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
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. 4,049 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,310 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,968 Pulsar 220F Insurance Rs. 10,622 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Twin Spark FI Engine, Oil Cooled
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
220 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
18.55 Nm @ 7000 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
67 mm
62 mm
Stroke
62.4 mm
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
Digital Twin Spark
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Compression Ratio
9.8 : 1
10:0.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

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
37 mm Telescopic
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Twin Hydraulic Suspension
Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
30 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
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
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
805 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.2 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
310 Kg
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
2035*750*1165 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1350 mm
1300 mm
Length
2035 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Height
1165 mm
1105 mm
Width
750 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
160 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
12V / 8AH
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Double Cradle Down Tube
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
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Urban
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
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
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500-750 Km /45 days
500-750 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km /240 days
5000-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km /365 days
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500-18000 Kms/448 Days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
Not Available
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Bajaj Pulsar 220F Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar 220F is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar 220F by ₹20,574.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the STD version, 220 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 220F produces 20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 18.55 Nm @ 7000 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 220F has better performance.

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