Bajaj Pulsar N125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N125 price starts at Rs. 92,105, which is Rs. 10,735 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Apache RTR 160, priced at Rs. 1.03 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N125 offers a claimed 58 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 160 delivers 47 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N125 uses a 124.58cc engine producing 12 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 N125 and Apache RTR 160, the Pulsar N125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Apache RTR 160 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar N125 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N125TVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 92,105Rs. 1.03 Lakh
Mileage 58 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine 124.58 cc159.7 cc
Max power 12 PS @ 8500 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 125 Kg137 Kg

Pulsar N125 vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N125 LED Disc BTTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
Rating
14 reviews
222 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 92,105 Check On Road Price Rs. 1.03 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air Cooled, Single Spark, 2 Valve SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 12 PS @ 8500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N125 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake 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 Not Available Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,753 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 2,963 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,299 Pulsar N125 Insurance Rs. 10,419 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
100 kmph
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Air Cooled, Single Spark, 2 Valve
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
124.58 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
12 PS @ 8500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
11 Nm @ 6000 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
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
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
58 kmpl
47 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
96
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, 125 mm Stroke
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock, 125 mm Stroke
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)
28 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-17 Rear :-110/80-17
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
795 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.5 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1295 mm
1300 mm
Length
Not Available
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
198 mm
180 mm
Height
Not Available
1105 mm
Width
Not Available
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
9.5 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
125 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
240 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 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
Diamond Frame
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Urban
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Integrated Starter Generator
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
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

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

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar N125
  • Refined motor with good grunt
  • Lightweight and compact bike for daily commuting
  • Nimble handling and very plush ride quality over bad roads
  • Unique design, does not share parts with other N-series Pulsar models
Bajaj Pulsar N125
  • Only gets CBS (Combined Braking System) - No ABS being offered
  • The entry-spec model gets a skinnier rear tyre

Is Bajaj Pulsar N125 Better Than TVS Apache RTR 160?

67% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N125 over TVS Apache RTR 160 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 358 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N125 and TVS Apache RTR 160 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar N125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, safety and features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of comfort and maintenance.
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 Apache RTR 160 Pulsar N125
Mileage 4.3 4.1
Performance 5.0 4.5
Comfort 3.5 4.2
Maintenance 3.3 4.0
Safety 1.0 0.9
Features 3.8 3.3
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar N125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, safety and features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The Bajaj Pulsar N125 is cheaper than TVS Apache RTR 160 by ₹10,735.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the LED Disc BT version, 124.58 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N125 produces 12 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 11 Nm @ 6000 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 N125 has better performance.

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