QJ Motor SRC 250 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: July 30, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.13 Lakh, which is Rs. 23,860 cheaper than the base variant of QJ Motor SRC 250, priced at Rs. 1.37 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the SRC 250 offers a claimed 50 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 160 delivers 47 kmpl. On the performance front, the SRC 250 uses a 249cc engine producing 17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the SRC 250 and Apache RTR 160, the SRC 250 is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Apache RTR 160 stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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SRC 250 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification QJ Motor SRC 250TVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.37 LakhRs. 1.13 Lakh
Mileage 50 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine 249 cc159.7 cc
Max power 17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 163 Kg137 Kg

SRC 250 vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info QJ Motor SRC 250 STDTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
Rating
8 reviews
222 reviews
Brand Name QJ Motor TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.37 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.13 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Twin Cylinder Inline, 4V SOHC, Liquid-cooled Engine SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
QJ Motor SRC 250 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-381 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,947 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,259 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,994 SRC 250 Insurance Rs. 11,496 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
135 kmph
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Twin Cylinder Inline, 4V SOHC, Liquid-cooled Engine
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
249 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
17 Nm @ 6000 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
55 mm
62 mm
Stroke
52.4 mm
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Electric
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Compression Ratio
9.0:1
10:0.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Telescopic Coil Spring Oil Damped
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 :-90/90-18 Rear :-130/90-15
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-381 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)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
780 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
2070*810*1100 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1300 mm
Length
2070 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
180 mm
Height
1100 mm
1105 mm
Width
810 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
163 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
130 mm

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

Frame Type
Bassinet Type
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Urban
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Rear Footpegs
Yes
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
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Street Bikes, Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
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
Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
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/550 Days
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Which bike is best between QJ Motor SRC 250 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
QJ Motor SRC 250 has out rated TVS Apache RTR 160 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper QJ Motor SRC 250 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper than QJ Motor SRC 250 by ₹23,860.
Which bike offers better performance QJ Motor SRC 250 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the STD version, 249 cc Petrol engine of SRC 250 produces 17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 17 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 QJ Motor SRC 250 has better performance.

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