KTM 85 SX vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: November 10, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.14 Lakh, which is Rs. 5.55 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 85 SX, priced at Rs. 6.69 Lakh. On the performance front, the 85 SX uses a 84.9cc engine producing 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the 85 SX and Apache RTR 160, the 85 SX is the better pick for a lighter kerb weight, while the Apache RTR 160 stands out for affordability.

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85 SX vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 85 SXTVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 6.69 LakhRs. 1.14 Lakh
Mileage Not Available47 kmpl
Engine 84.9 cc159.7 cc
Max power 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 75 Kg137 Kg

85 SX vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 85 SX STDTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
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Brand Name KTM TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 6.69 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.14 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 85 SX Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Kick Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Digital
EMI
Rs. 18,317 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,281 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 17,293 85 SX Insurance Rs. 11,511 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
84.9 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
14 Nm @ 8500 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
47 mm
62 mm
Stroke
48.95 mm
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
MEDJ Digital
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10:0.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
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
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Xact 43 Wp Upside Down Fork, Ø 43 mm, Travel - 278 mm
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Xact Wp Pds Mono Shock, Travel - 305 mm
Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
15 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
15 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
15 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
15 psi
32 psi
Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-70/100-17, Rear :-90/100-14
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
67 kg
Not Available
Seat height
865 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.3 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1290 mm
1300 mm
Length
Not Available
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
336 mm
180 mm
Height
Not Available
1105 mm
Width
Not Available
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.2 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
75 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Front Brake Size
240 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH

Frame Type
Double Grinded Central Double Cradle Type Frame, Aluminium-reinforced Polyamide
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Urban
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
Handlebar type
Tapered Aluminum
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Kick Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
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
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
Not Available
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KTM 85 SX Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper KTM 85 SX vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper than KTM 85 SX by ₹5.55 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 85 SX vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the STD version, 84.9 cc Petrol engine of 85 SX produces 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm of power and 14 Nm @ 8500 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

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