Hero Xtreme 125R vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: September 10, 2026

Hero Xtreme 125R price starts at Rs. 91,500, which is Rs. 22,390 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Apache RTR 160, priced at Rs. 1.14 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Xtreme 125R offers a claimed 66 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 160 delivers 47 kmpl. On the performance front, the Xtreme 125R uses a 124.7cc engine producing 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Xtreme 125R and Apache RTR 160, the Xtreme 125R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Apache RTR 160 stands out for performance.

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Xtreme 125R vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Xtreme 125RTVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 91,500Rs. 1.14 Lakh
Mileage 66 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine 124.7 cc159.7 cc
Max power 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 136 Kg137 Kg

Xtreme 125R vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Xtreme 125R IBSTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
Rating
258 reviews
222 reviews
Brand Name Hero TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 91,500 Check On Road Price Rs. 1.14 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air Cooled 4 Stroke SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 125R Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Braking Type Integrated Braking System Not Available
Mileage (ARAI) 66 Kmpl 47 kmpl
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 Not Available Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,636 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,281 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,493 Xtreme 125R Insurance Rs. 10,605 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
95 kmph
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Air Cooled 4 Stroke
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
124.7 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
10.5 Nm @ 6000 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
52.4 mm
62 mm
Stroke
57.8 mm
52.9 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
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Compression Ratio
9.9:1
10:0.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Integrated Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
47 kmpl
Mileage (ARAI)
66 Kmpl
47 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
117.08
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
107 kmph (Sport)
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
45-50 kmpl
Overall (KPL)
66 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Dia. 37 mm Conventional Fork
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
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 :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
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
794 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
2009*793*1051 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1319 mm
1300 mm
Length
2009 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
180 mm
Height
1051 mm
1105 mm
Width
793 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
10 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
136 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
240 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
12V / 6AH

Frame Type
Diamond
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Urban
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Not Available
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes

1st Service
750 Kms/60 Days
500-750 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
3500 Kms/160 Days
5000-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
6500 Kms/260 Days
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
9500 Kms/360 days
17500-18000 Kms/448 Days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 70,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
70000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Xtreme 125R
  • Tractable motor
  • Riding in high gears at slow speeds is easy
  • Engine refinement
  • Optional ABS really adds to safety
  • Nimble handling will make city riding a breeze
  • Looks quite striking - stands apart from the crowd
Hero Xtreme 125R
  • Front-end can feel a bit vague while cornering
  • Digital instrument cluster is a bit small and can be difficult to read

Is TVS Apache RTR 160 Better Than Hero Xtreme 125R?

100% users have chosen TVS Apache RTR 160 over Hero Xtreme 125R in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 716 users have also rated TVS Apache RTR 160 and Hero Xtreme 125R 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 TVS Apache RTR 160 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for safety in your bike. But Hero Xtreme 125R is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features.
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 160 Xtreme 125R
Mileage 4.1 4.7
Performance 4.5 4.6
Comfort 4.2 4.5
Maintenance 4.0 4.4
Safety 0.9 0.7
Features 3.3 4.0
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Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 125R vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences Hero Xtreme 125R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of safety.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 125R vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The Hero Xtreme 125R is cheaper than TVS Apache RTR 160 by ₹22,390.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 125R vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the IBS version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 125R produces 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm of power and 10.5 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the RM Drum Black Edition version, 159.7 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTR 160 produces 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hero Xtreme 125R has better performance.

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