Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Apache RTR 180

Last Updated: September 3, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 price starts at Rs. 1.16 Lakh, which is Rs. 10,948 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Apache RTR 180, priced at Rs. 1.27 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 offers a claimed 47 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 180 delivers 45 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 uses a 164.82cc engine producing 16 PS @ 8750 rpm and the Apache RTR 180 a 177.4cc engine producing 17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 and Apache RTR 180, the Pulsar N160 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Apache RTR 180 stands out for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar N160 vs Apache RTR 180 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160TVS Apache RTR 180
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.16 LakhRs. 1.27 Lakh
Mileage 47 kmpl45 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc177.4 cc
Max power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg140 Kg

Pulsar N160 vs Apache RTR 180 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 SD USD Single SeatTVS Apache RTR 180 Disc
Rating
445 reviews
271 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.16 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected
Max Power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm 17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 180 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch 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. 3,471 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,661 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,287 Pulsar N160 Insurance Rs. 10,827 Apache RTR 180 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
113 kmph
113 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI
SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
177.4 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
16 PS @ 8750 rpm
17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
58 mm
62 mm
Stroke
62.38 mm
58 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
Electric
Compression Ratio
10.3 ± 0.3 :1
10.0:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
47 kmpl
45 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
16.55s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
18.64m
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
106 PS/tonne
122.37
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Braking 80-0 km/h
33.91m
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
113 kmph (Sport)
Estimated Mileage
45-50 kmpl
Not Available
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
Telescopic Forks (37 mm)
Telescopic forks
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Monoshock
Monotube Inverted Gas filled Shock Absorbers (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 :-120/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
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
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2 L
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1358 mm
1326 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
140 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
200 mm

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

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
Monochrome LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Rain,Sports,Urban
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Glide Through Technology
Voice Assist
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Fall Alert
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Metal
Telematics
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
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
Oil Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
500-750 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
2500-3000 Kms/90 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
5000-6000 Kms/180 Days
4th Service
Not Available
8500-9000 Kms/11500-12000 Days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
5 Years or 60,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
60000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar N160
  • Engine is very refined and tractable
  • Sporty and confidence-inspiring handling
  • Only bike with dual-channel ABS in the 160cc segment
TVS Apache RTR 180
  • It packs a peppy motor
  • Braking performance is solid
  • Good handler
Bajaj Pulsar N160
  • Rear monoshock is firm, resulting in a bouncy ride
  • Not-very extensive features list
  • Looks like a clone of the Pulsar N250
TVS Apache RTR 180
  • Looks dated
  • Comes with single-channel ABS instead of the previous dual-channel setup
  • Bit expensive for a 180cc bike

Is Bajaj Pulsar N160 Better Than TVS Apache RTR 180?

64% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N160 over TVS Apache RTR 180 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 2185 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N160 and TVS Apache RTR 180 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Bajaj Pulsar N160 has out rated TVS Apache RTR 180 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 N160 Apache RTR 180
Mileage 4.3 3.8
Performance 4.5 4.4
Comfort 4.4 4.2
Maintenance 4.1 3.8
Features 4.4 4.3
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is best bike for TVS?
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  • Selecting a perfect bike would depend on certain factors such as your budget, features required, preference of the segment, etc. TVS offers a number of bikes including the Sport, Radeon, Star City Plus, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, TVS Apache RR 310, etc. You may click on the given link and check out all the available options and apply filters to get the desired results: [New Bikes Search@https://www.zigwheels.com/new_bike_search.php?bymakeid=59
Q. I am bit confused between Apache RTR 180 and Hornet 2.0 which one should i go for can anyone share there reviews?
  • Go for 180rtr has got oil cooling and better low end torque.Oil cooling helps for non stop touring. Hornet 2.0 is over priced and underpowered for a 185 cc Engine. Honda yamaha suzuki makes their engine smooth by reducing compression ratio and making it underpowered and sell it overpriced. Some Indians who has inferiority complex to buy Indian brands will fall for the japanese. Don't support this marketing gimmick of honda yamaha suzuki. Buy Indian brands brother. Why wasting your money to make the Japanese rich.
  • Selecting between the two would depend on certain factors such as budget, performance, preference of the brand, etc. TVS Apache RTR 180 gets a peppy engine 177.4cc single-cylinder fuel-injected engine that makes 16.79PS of maximum power and the bike is a great handler too. However, the bike boasts an old design and with the BS6 updates the bike remain a fan FAVOURITE for the time being. On the other hand, Honda has unleashed its brand new Hornet 2.0 which is a performance-oriented naked bike with great styling and thriving mid-range performance. The 184cc single-cylinder air-cooled mill churns out 7.27PS at 8,500rpm and 16.1Nm at 6,000rpm. However, with its price tag, Hornet 2.0 locks its horns with the likes of TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, Bajaj Pulsar NS200, Royal Enfield Bullet 350, etc. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of comfort and compatibility. You may click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read More: - All The Juicy Details Of The Honda Hornet 2.0 - [Do The Hornet 2.0’s Rivals Have What It Takes To Stir Its Nest?@https://www.zigwheels.com/news-features/news/honda-hornet-20-vs-tvs-apache-rtr-200-4v-vs-bajaj-pulsar-ns200-specification-comparison/39583/
Q. Which is the best to buy TVS Apache RTR 180 or Honda CB Unicorn 150?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict here as the Honda CB Unicorn 150 has been discontinued and it is not available for sale. On the other hand, TVS Apache RTR 180 is a fun-to-ride motorcycle with quick handling dynamics and a range of safety features. The razor-sharp handling makes it a hoot to ride and it is a value-for-money vehicle. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
  • CB unicorn 150 Kaisa rahega
  • Apache 180 is better...it's gives the mileage of 42-43kmpl.
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 Vs TVS Apache RTR 180 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Apache RTR 180?
Bajaj Pulsar N160 has out rated TVS Apache RTR 180 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Apache RTR 180?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper than TVS Apache RTR 180 by ₹10,948.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Apache RTR 180?
For the SD USD Single Seat version, 164.82 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N160 produces 16 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Disc version, 177.4 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTR 180 produces 17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 15.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar N160 has better performance.

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