Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs TVS Apache RTR 180

Last Updated: October 19, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 180 price starts at Rs. 1.28 Lakh, which is Rs. 16,718 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar N250, priced at Rs. 1.45 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N250 offers a claimed 39 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 180 delivers 45 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N250 uses a 249.07cc engine producing 24.5 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 N250 and Apache RTR 180, the Apache RTR 180 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Pulsar N250 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar N250 vs Apache RTR 180 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N250TVS Apache RTR 180
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.45 LakhRs. 1.28 Lakh
Mileage 39 kmpl45 kmpl
Engine 249.07 cc177.4 cc
Max power 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 164 Kg140 Kg

Pulsar N250 vs Apache RTR 180 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N250 STDTVS Apache RTR 180 Disc
Rating
190 reviews
277 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.45 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.28 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil Cooled, FI SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm 17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N250 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 180 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
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 Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,339 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,700 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,131 Pulsar N250 Insurance Rs. 11,803 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
132 kmph
113 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil Cooled, FI
SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
177.4 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm
17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
62 mm
Stroke
61.17 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
DC
Electric
Compression Ratio
10.3 : 1
10.0:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
39 kmpl
45 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
122.37
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
113 kmph (Sport)
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
37 mm Upside Down
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)
28.5 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-: 110/70-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-120/70-17
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
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2 L
Gross Weight
314 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1986*745*1050 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1351 mm
1326 mm
Length
1986 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Height
1050 mm
1105 mm
Width
745 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
164 Kg
140 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 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
12V / 8AH
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
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
Rain,Sports,Urban
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
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
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Not Available
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
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
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
Oil Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Kms /45 days
500-750 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Kms /240 days
5000-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Kms /365 days
11500-12000Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500-18000Kms/550 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 N250
  • Excellent engine performance with lots of grunt
  • Comfortable ride quality
  • 795mm seat height makes the bike accessible for shorter riders
TVS Apache RTR 180
  • It packs a peppy motor
  • Braking performance is solid
  • Good handler
Bajaj Pulsar N250
  • Lacks features like smartphone connectivity, which are common in the segment these days
  • Could’ve gotten better build quality
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 TVS Apache RTR 180 Better Than Bajaj Pulsar N250?

63% users have chosen TVS Apache RTR 180 over Bajaj Pulsar N250 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1728 users have also rated TVS Apache RTR 180 and Bajaj Pulsar N250 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Bajaj Pulsar N250 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 Apache RTR 180 Pulsar N250
Mileage 3.8 4.3
Performance 4.4 4.8
Comfort 4.2 4.6
Maintenance 3.8 4.5
Features 4.3 4.6
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Bajaj Pulsar N250 Comparison with Similar Bikes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Hunter 350 or n 250 is good for 6 ft person?
  • Both the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and Bajaj Pulsar N250 offer seat heights that can accommodate taller riders. The Hunter 350 features a seat height of 800mm, while the Pulsar N250 has a slightly taller seat height of 795mm. Both motorcycles provide comfortable ergonomics suitable for riders around 6 feet tall but it's advisable to test ride each to determine which aligns best with your comfort and riding preferences.https://www.zigwheels.com/bike-comparison/bajaj-pulsar-n250-vs-royal-enfield-hunter
Q. How is Bajaj Pulsar N250 and F250 in long rides?
  • I was on tour with my n250 to spiti and believe me this didn't even make me feel like tired or something on this long route
  • These Bajajs use an air-and-oil-cooled 2-valve, single-cylinder engine that uses 249cc of displacement for its wow quotient. Bajaj says they didn’t use triple-spark tech here as meeting BS6 norms reduces the lean air-fuel mixture combinations which the triple spark setup leveraged. There are no ride modes here either. But it is an all-new engine, sitting 10 degrees from vertical compared to 20 degrees on the P220F. It also has offset crank and bush bearings for the balancer shaft to improve efficiency and refinement. Impressively, the engine makes as much power as the NS200 - and its 21.5Nm of torque is the most we have seen on a Pulsar to date. On the road, the sound, the sensations and the performance are oh-so-220! The sound and feel of the engine have a touch of mechanical rawness. No, it isn’t rough! There’s just a bit of a pulse and roar that makes it feel very Pulsar. As promised the engine has a lot of grunts - which means you can leave it between 3000-4000 rpm for all your city duties. In 4th gear, it will pull from 25kmph easily. Yes, the Pulsar has only five gears but performance isn’t lacking, so if you are planning to do long distances even with a pillion you'll find it lets you relax on the highway as well. Along with the performance, it's the practicality of the Pulsar that has made it so appealing. Its 795m seat height lets 5’6” riders like me put both feet down flat, especially because it feels slim. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read more -[2021 Bajaj Pulsar F250
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
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Bajaj Pulsar N250 Vs TVS Apache RTR 180 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs TVS Apache RTR 180?
Bajaj Pulsar N250 has out rated TVS Apache RTR 180 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs TVS Apache RTR 180?
The TVS Apache RTR 180 is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar N250 by ₹16,718.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs TVS Apache RTR 180?
For the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N250 produces 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 21.5 Nm @ 6500 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 N250 has better performance.

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