BGauss Max C12 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: September 29, 2026

BGauss Max C12 price starts at Rs. 1.10 Lakh, which is Rs. 3,900 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Apache RTR 160, priced at Rs. 1.14 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Apache RTR 160 returns a claimed 47 kmpl, while the Max C12 offers a claimed 85 km/charge. On the performance front, the Max C12 uses a 2Kwh battery and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Max C12 and Apache RTR 160, the Max C12 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Max C12 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification BGauss Max C12TVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.10 LakhRs. 1.14 Lakh
Mileage / Range 85 km/charge47 kmpl
Engine / Battery 2 Kwh159.7 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 107 Kg137 Kg

Max C12 vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info BGauss Max C12 i ExTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
Rating
28 reviews
224 reviews
Brand Name BGauss TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.10 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 Max C12 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-10 Inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Steel Wheel Alloy
Range 85 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 4.4-5 Hr Not Available
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.15/km Rs. 2.13/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 3,281 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,000 Max C12 Insurance Rs. 10,605 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
60 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 30,000 Km
Not Available
Motor Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 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
Drum
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
47 kmpl
0-40 Kmph (sec)
7.7s
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
117.08
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
7.7s
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
Double Hydraulic Spring - 4 Step Adjustable
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 :-90/100-10
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-10 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)
Steel Wheel
Alloy

Seat height
765 mm
790 mm
Removable battery weight
20 kg
Not Available
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
150 kg
Seat Length
774 mm
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
1825*706*1153 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1292 mm
1300 mm
Length
1825 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
155 mm
180 mm
Height
1153 mm
1105 mm
Width
706 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
12 L
Kerb Weight
107 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Lead Acid
Motor Type
PMSM
Not Available
Motor Power
2.4 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
85 km/charge
Not Available
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
4 Hours 40 Minutes - 5 Hours
Not Available
Removable Battery
Yes
Not Available
Range
85 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
2 Kwh
12V / 6AH
Charging Time
4.4-5 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hours - 3 Hours 15 Minutes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Chassis
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Eco,Sport
Rain,Sports,Urban
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Digilocker Connect Via App, CAN 2.0 Communication Protocol, Limphome mode on low SOC, Motor to Function while Braking
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Plastic (ABS&PP)
Metal
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
14°
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
500 W - CAN Enabled
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Yes
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
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
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BGauss Max C12 Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between BGauss Max C12 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences BGauss Max C12 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper BGauss Max C12 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The BGauss Max C12 is cheaper than TVS Apache RTR 160 by ₹3,900.
Which bike offers better performance BGauss Max C12 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences the BGauss Max C12 has better performance.

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