Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: August 7, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.13 Lakh, which is Rs. 20,371 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar N160 S, priced at Rs. 1.34 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 S uses a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 S and Apache RTR 160, the Apache RTR 160 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Pulsar N160 S stands out for performance.

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Pulsar N160 S vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 STVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.34 LakhRs. 1.13 Lakh
Mileage Not Available47 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc159.7 cc
Max power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg137 Kg

Pulsar N160 S vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 S STDTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
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Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.34 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.13 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S 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. 3,990 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,259 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,935 Pulsar N160 S Insurance Rs. 10,593 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
63.5 mm
62 mm
Stroke
52 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
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
47 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
16.55s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
18.64m
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
122.5 PS/tonne
117.08
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Braking 80-0 km/h
33.91m
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
107 kmph (Sport)
Estimated Mileage
45-50 kmpl
45-50 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
16.55s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
8.14s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Forks (37 mm)
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 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 :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17
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
795 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1348 mm
1300 mm
Length
1989 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Height
1050 mm
1105 mm
Width
743 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 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
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Single Welded
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
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
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
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
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
Yes
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
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air 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
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/550 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 N160 S Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar N160 S by ₹20,371.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the STD version, 164.82 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N160 S produces 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 14.4 Nm @ 8000 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

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