BGauss C12 MaxR vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.14 Lakh, which is Rs. 32,100 cheaper than the base variant of BGauss C12 MaxR, priced at Rs. 1.46 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Apache RTR 160 returns a claimed 47 kmpl, while the C12 MaxR offers a claimed 178 km/charge. On the performance front, the C12 MaxR uses a 3.8Kwh battery and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the C12 MaxR and Apache RTR 160, the C12 MaxR is the better pick for a lighter kerb weight, while the Apache RTR 160 stands out for affordability.

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C12 MaxR vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification BGauss C12 MaxRTVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.46 LakhRs. 1.14 Lakh
Mileage / Range 178 km/charge47 kmpl
Engine / Battery 3.8 Kwh159.7 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 126 Kg137 Kg

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Basic Info BGauss C12 MaxR C12 MaxR STDTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
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Brand Name BGauss TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.46 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.14 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power Not Available 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
BGauss C12 MaxR Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 Inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 178 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 5.15 Hr Not Available
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.14/km Rs. 2.13/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 3,281 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 4,834 C12 MaxR Insurance Rs. 10,605 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
75 km/Hr
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Motor Torque
105 nm
Not Available
Battery Swap Capability
Yes
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
Not Available
159.7 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
5 Speed
No. Of Batteries
2
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Continuous Power
1.5 kW
Not Available
Bore
Not Available
62 mm
Stroke
Not Available
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Hub Motor
Chain Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Motor Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
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)
Not Available
47 kmpl
0-40 Kmph (sec)
5.3s
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
117.08
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
5.3s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
45 kmph (Eco)
107 kmph (Sport)
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Hydraulic Telescopic
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Gas Emuision Type - 5 Step Adjustable Single Hydraulic
Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-100/80-12
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 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
768 mm
790 mm
Removable battery weight
32 kg
Not Available
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
150 kg
Seat Length
770 mm
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
1875*745*1146 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1335 mm
1300 mm
Length
1875 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
180 mm
Height
1146 mm
1105 mm
Width
745 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
12 L
Kerb Weight
126 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
220 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
LFP
Lead Acid
Motor Type
PMSM
Not Available
Motor Power
4.2 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
178 km/charge
Not Available
Tested range
178 kmph
Not Available
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
5 Hours 15 Minutes
Not Available
Removable Battery
Yes
Not Available
Range
178 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
3.8 Kwh
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Charging Time
5.15 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hours 50 Minutes
Not Available
Boot Light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Tubular Chassis
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Eco,Sport,Ride
Rain,Sports,Urban
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Limp-home mode on low SOC, Remember my mode, Guide my home light, Parental Lock, SecureLock, Selectable Speed Modes, Profile Setting Update, Firmware Update, User manual, Health Check of the Vehicle
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Fall Alert
Yes
Not Available
Body
Plastic (ABS&PP)
Metal
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
Document Storage
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console IP Rating
IP65
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Charging Station Locator
Yes
Not Available
Gradeability
18°
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
23 L
Not Available
Charger Output
750 W
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Yes
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

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/448 Days

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Extended Warranty
5 Years or 1,00,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
Not Available
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