Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

Last Updated: August 6, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V price starts at Rs. 1.42 Lakh, which is Rs. 34,509 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar RS200, priced at Rs. 1.76 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar RS200 offers a claimed 35 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 200 4V delivers 37 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar RS200 uses a 199.5cc engine producing 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm and the Apache RTR 200 4V a 197.75cc engine producing 20.82 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar RS200 and Apache RTR 200 4V, the Apache RTR 200 4V is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Pulsar RS200 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar RS200 vs Apache RTR 200 4V Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar RS200TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.76 LakhRs. 1.42 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmpl37 kmpl
Engine 199.5 cc197.75 cc
Max power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm20.82 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 159.5 Kg151 Kg

Pulsar RS200 vs Apache RTR 200 4V Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar RS200 STDTVS Apache RTR 200 4V USD
Rating
14 reviews
9 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.76 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.42 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 20.82 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V 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 Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,275 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 4,091 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,658 Pulsar RS200 Insurance Rs. 12,076 Apache RTR 200 4V Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
141 kmph
127 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine
SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
197.75 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
20.82 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
17.25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
72 mm
66 mm
Stroke
49 mm
57.8 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
Mapped ignition system
Compression Ratio
11 ± 0.5:1
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)
35 kmpl
37 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
12.23s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
16m
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
135.9
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
29.46m
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
127 kmph (Sport)
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
5.57s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
7.34s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic with anti-friction bush
Telescopic suspension with Preload Adjuster
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
Mono Shock

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-130/70-17
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
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
810 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
2.5 L
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
2020*820*1050 mm3
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1353 mm
Length
2017 mm
2020 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
180 mm
Height
1075 mm
1050 mm
Width
804 mm
820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
159.5 Kg
151 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Pressed steel perimeter beam section frame
Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
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
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Integrated Ambient Light Sensor
Glide through Technology, GPS
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Voice Assist
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual 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
Handlebar type
Not Available
Hydroformed Handlebar
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
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
Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

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 RS200
  • Riding posture is comfortable
  • Engine loves to be revved high
  • Twin projector headlight provides good illumination
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
  • The 200cc motor offers good low and midrange grunt along with a fun to ride nature
  • It gets 37mm golden coloured USD fork
  • It gets dual-channel ABS along with 3 ride modes: Sport, Urban and Rain, which change the power output
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • 10-year old styling
  • Fit and finish not up to the mark
  • Still does not get an USD fork
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
  • Misses out on a 6-speed gearbox
  • 200cc motor makes less power when compared to other motorcycles in the segment
  • Does not get adjustable fork which the previous version used to have

Is Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Better Than TVS Apache RTR 200 4V?

88% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar RS200 over TVS Apache RTR 200 4V in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 37 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar RS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V 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 RS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of safety user have rated both the bikes equally.
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 200 4V Pulsar RS200
Mileage 3.8 4.8
Performance 4.7 5.0
Comfort 3.9 4.6
Maintenance 3.8 4.6
Safety 3.0 3.0
Features 1.7 1.6
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of safety user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V?
The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar RS200 by ₹34,509.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V?
For the STD version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar RS200 produces 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm of power and 18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the USD version, 197.75 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTR 200 4V produces 20.82 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 17.25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 has better performance.

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