Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 Price starts at Rs. 2.07 Lakh which is Rs. 60,487 costlier than base model of TVS Apache RTR 200 4V priced at Rs. 1.46 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is 30 kmpl whereas the mileage of TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is 37 kmpl. In technical specifications, Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is powered by 499 cc cc engine , while TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is powered by 197.75 cc engine. Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is available in 3 different colours while TVS Apache RTR 200 4V comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

Key Highlights Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 ABSTVS Apache RTR 200 4V Dual Channel ABS
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Spark ignition, Air cooled Si, 4 Storke, Oil Cooled, Fi
Max Power 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm 20.82 PS @ 9000 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 30 kmpl ...

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Key Highlights

Basic Info Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 ABSTVS Apache RTR 200 4V Dual Channel ABS
Rating
56 reviews
599 reviews
Brand Name Royal Enfield TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.07 Lakh Rs. 1.46 Lakh View On Road Price
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Spark ignition, Air cooled Si, 4 Storke, Oil Cooled, Fi
Max Power 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm 20.82 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Mileage (ARAI) 30 kmpl ...
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI ...
Rs. 4,230 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance ... Rs. 11,159 Apache RTR 200 4V Insurance
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Engine Type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Spark ignition, Air cooled
Si, 4 Storke, Oil Cooled, Fi
Engine Displacement
499 cc
197.75 cc
Max Power
27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm
20.82 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
17.25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Emission Type
bs4
bs6-2.0
Bore
84 mm
66 mm
Stroke
90 mm
57.8 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital Electronic Ignition
Mapped ignition system
Compression Ratio
8.5:1
10.0:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Braking (60-0 kmph)
...
16 mm
Braking (80-0 kmph)
...
29.46 mm
Mileage (Overall)
...
37 kmpl
0-60 kmph
4.65s
...
Mileage (ARAI)
30 kmpl
...
Top Speed
...
127 kmph

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks
...
Chassis
Single Downtube, Using Engine As Stressed Member
...
Suspension-Rear
Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
...

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-19 Rear :-120/80-18
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-130/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
22 psi
...

Seat height
...
800 mm
Length*Width*Height
2060*790*1205
2020*790*1050 mm3
Wheelbase
1350 mm
1353 mm
Length
2060 mm
2020 mm
Ground Clearance
135 mm
180 mm
Height
1205 mm
1050 mm
Width
790 mm
790 mm
Fuel Capacity
20 L
12 Liters
Kerb Weight
...
152 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
280 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
240 mm

Additional Features
...
Smart Xonnect Technology, Glide Through Technology, Power to Weight Ratio - 0.1kw / kg, Muffler - Twine pipe and twine barrel Design, Max Speed (Urban / Rain Mode - 105 kmph), Adjustable Levers, Race Tuned Fuel Injection, Race Tuned Slipper Clutch, Racing Double Barrel Exhaust, Control Switch, Race Telemetry, Lean Angle Mode, Crash Alert System, Idle Speed - 1550 ± 200 rpm, Air Cleaner Type - Viscous Paper Filter, Brake Fluid - DOT 3 / DOT 4
Call/SMS alerts
...
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 8AH
Pilot Lamps
...
LED tail lights
...
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Display
...
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
...
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Stepup Seat
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Passenger Backrest
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Oil Cooled
Console
Analogue and Digital
...
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
Mobile Connectivity
...
DRLs
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
...
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
10000
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

  • Torquey engine
  • Features
  • Highway cruising capability

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

  • Incredible handler; Lot of scope for adjustability; Packs tonnes of modern features
  • including smartphone connectivity

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

  • No ABS

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

  • Lacks a sixth gear
  • curbing touring possibilities; Slightly cramped lower-body posture for larger riders
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Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Competitors

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better RTR 200 ABS or Fz25? What is mileage of both?
  • As a owner of rtr 200 4v i am telling you why i chose rtr 200 over fz 25 and then i will tell you why you should opt for fz 25 so let's start with rtr's pros over fz's1.Exhaust note: exhaust note of both the bikes are music to the ear of a rider but in my personal opinion I think RTR's exhaust note is likely superior to that of FZ's 20 exhaust note2. handling characteristics: handling of bobber bikes is so good but RTR's handlingis slightly superior to that of FZ's handling due to the sporty nature of the bike3. suitability: as a short rider I prefer RTR's riding dynamics more than FZS because RTR footpegs is slightly closer to the seat than that of FZS foot pegs so it becomes specially comfortable for short riders while FZ is neutral to the the all size of riders4 pricing: as you know that RTR is is slightly cheaper than FZ and it fulfills my needs also so I preferred RTR over FZnow the points in which which FZ is ahead of RTR1. there is no replacement for displacement: yes it is true because when you will write FZ it will surely feel that it is 250 cc bike and when you will ride RTR then it will give feel of 200 cc bike that exactly it is so if you need more torquey engine more usable power than FZ is quite ahead2: engine refinement: both the bikes are very refined with negligible vibrations but when you're considering specifically for the refinement of the engine then Yamaha is is slightly ahead of TVS and this improves the fuel economy of the FZ i own Apache so I know that its mileage is slightly less than that of every despite of having a smaller engine and slightly less power it gives less mileage so if you love mileage FZ25 should be your pick3: suitability: as I have mentioned earlier that RTR is specially made for shorter riders and it doesn't fits well with the medium-sized rider and the taller riders but it is not the case with the FZ which suits well with all sizes of riders so if you are a rider on taller side FZ should be your pick4. value for money: in spite of RTR being cheaper it is the FZ that is more value for money because it gets bigger engine better mileage and it gets Fi and abs together in that price which is not the case with the RTR rs people because it's a vs model doesn't have Fi so you can not call it value for moneyfinal verdict: both the bikes are very good you cannot go wrong with either of the bikes now it boils down to your personal preference and some subjective opinion that which bike looks more more pleasing to you and which brand is your favourite and the main point is here that what is your budget thanks
  • Both bikes come with 5 gears. engine capacity is different though. I haven’t ridden FZ25. But FZ25 doesn’t comes with ABS and from the safety point of view RTR ABS is good. But few issues with RTR is its stock headlamp doesn’t have enough power for night view, though high beam has enough to see. It comes with Carb only with ABS. Carb seems to feel outdated in this 21st century. On the pros side, it has beautiful weight distribution, the bike feel perfectly balanced to manoeuvre in city traffic, catches 100kmph so sweetly and runs butter smooth. I’ve done 130kmph in my RTR 200 ABS. Instrument cluster has whole lot of information. You don’t need to watch wrist watch or take out your smartphone when you’re late for the office and stucked in the traffic. Clutch feels light (my friend who has Avenger Street 220 said he has got the feel and meaning of Slipper Clutch after riding my machine). FZ25 has refined engine with EFI. But it has ordinary instrument cluster, doesn’t comes with ABS. Bottom line: I would suggest you to wait till 2019 April, you’ll get lot of options to choose from. You’ll get all bikes with ABS and FI will also come in many bikes. Or else EFI will make its way in all bikes from 2020 to comply the BS6 norms. 2019 May also marks the production of BS6 engines from many brands. And if you can’t wait to rev the engine then you should buy RTR ABS as safely is more important than the refinement of EFI (RE Classic 350 the best selling motorcycle of the country still comes CV Carburettor, this has helped me to get my set of wheels). Have a safe ride. Cheers!!!
  • If you want better performance with comfort, go for apache. If you want looks and if you are a speed lover go with FZ.Apache plus points : Fully digital instrument cluster, exhaust sound, Riding posture, comfort, low maintenanceApache drawbacks : halogen headlight, chain noise, neutral gear indicator, tyre sizeFZ plus points : LED headlights, looks, power, broad tyres, instrument clusterFZ drawbacks : price, headlamp spread, relatively high maintenanceALL THE BEST !!! Keep Riding !!!
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Q. Should i buy TVS Apache RTR 200 4V ABS or wait for MT-15?
  • See Apache is good for the city ride but don't expect the good milage.....but pick is good.....but take a test drive of the mt-15 so if u feel the bike comfortable and pick over all 360degree u have compare and then u buy
  • Rtr 2004v for race like dynamics...mt 15 is a naked designed for streets.soits up to you.but mt15 can do all which space can do
  • Apache is better than mt 15 and also low cost. It gives you slipper clutch and dual channel abs at Rs. 1.4L on road Kolkata. Where the ex-showroom price of mt 15 is Rs. 1.36 offering only single channel abs
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Q. Which is the most fuel efficient bike at a range of 200cc or above?
  • Hahaha...you are looking for a fuel efficient bike at 200Cc nd above brother you can't get both speed nd mileage together you have to compromise on one.Some of the 200CC bikes in india will give you max of 35kmpl rest will give you anywhere between 25-30kmpl. Anything above 200cc the mileage figure reduces to 23-28kmpl for 300cc-350cc bikes...If you are looking for a fuel efficient bikes then go for the 160Cc likes of apache 160 4V,Cb hornet 160 these are best in mileage in their segment..In 200Cc category apache 200 4V RC 2.0-30-35kmpl.Hero Xtreme 200R-33-37kmplPulsar ns 200 nd gixxer sf-30-32kmpl.
  • Apache 200 gives good milage as compare to other 200cc bikes.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 Vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Comparison FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V?

The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is cheaper than Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 by Rs. 60,487.

Which bike offers better performance Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V?

For the ABS version, 499 cc Petrol engine of Thunderbird 500 produces 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm of power and 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Dual Channel ABS version, 197.75 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTR 200 4V produces 20.82 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 17.25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500
  • TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
  • Thunderbird 500
    Royal ride 

    9 years old but still the same royal ride with powerful engine with disc and mileage is decent not so good but satisfied

    0
    Khush (Verified User) 8 months ago
  • Thunderbird 500
    4.2
    நீண்ட தூரம் பயணம் செய்வதற்கு 

    நீண்ட தூரம் பயணம் செய்வதற்கு ஏற்ற வகையில் உள்ளது ஸ்சுமூத் & குயிக் பிக்கப்

    0
    Bhaskar (Verified User) 9 months ago
  • Thunderbird 500
    Great pleassure 

    Feel great to ride thunderbird 500, Best cruise bike, You can ride whole day comfortably.The mileage is decent you can expect 30 plus on highways and the service cost is less than 3k.

    0
    Sudhakar (Verified User) 10 months ago
  • Thunderbird 500
    Engine performance 

    Driving this 500cc bike was fun.Engine performance was great with mileage of 30kmpl.Seat was not comfortable for long rides.Maintenance of enfield bikes are high.Specially the fuel pump will stop working after 5-7 years.Replacement from re service centre also does not guarantee a long running fuel pump.Rust on body parts is a major issue in re.Overall good to ride but high on maintenance.

    0
    Saibal (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • Thunderbird 500
    Reliable bike 

    Over all its strong and reliable bike, Only most important thing you have to care services on time and engine oil.I love my bike.I am using from since 2013 and it's still very best pickup, Engine and best thing is this you can drive hundreds of kilometres without any hustle.

    0
    Dhruv (Verified User) 1 year ago
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  • Apache RTR 200 4V
    I like performace good pricing 

    " TVS Apache RTR 310 lays track-inspired peerless performance journeys of a rider alongside with versatile street usage. Their customers value the main features of a sporty car, a strong engine, great handling, and aerodynamic appearance, making these cars exciting for both tracks and normal streets. An addition of the sophisticated electronics such as the ride modes and digital dash console has increased its attractiveness. However, some users express their worries about heat dissipation during extended rides and emphasize the need for better seat comfort for the sake of enjoying the machine at high touring speed."

    0
    Anonymous 1 day ago
  • Apache RTR 200 4V
    Powerful Naked Street Machine 

    Offering riders instigative performance and melodramatic style, the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V emerges as a potent naked road racer. The main argument I like the model is that it's incredibly able of furnishing an excellent quantum of exhilaration with myeach ride. I am actually impressed with mythis model's immolation, which gives riders the energy and dexterity they need to fluently navigate megacity highways. The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V redefines the class as a real Extraordinary on two bus with myto its potent machine and eye- catching design.

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    Anonymous 1 week ago
  • Apache RTR 200 4V
    Conquering the Roads: TVS Apache RTR 200 4V 

    The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is an all-rounder performance oriented street weapon for the rider who seeks the thrills associated with the freedom of roads and the challenges associated with the circuit. its hard styling, as well as 200cc of power, give riders kit rapid performance, and let them enjoy the beautiful feeling of roaring winds on the track even more. Especially with twinned ABS and Slipper clutch technology, better control and safety are always guaranteed, be it in normal or rough circumstances. Sporty riding position, side-mounted exhaust and lightweight characteristics plus low weight plus agile handling, make the Apache RTR 200 4V a thrilling ride, especially for young riders who seek performance with great agility thereby drift in a motorcycle.

    0
    Anonymous 1 week ago
  • Apache RTR 200 4V
    Dynamic mix of Performance and Comfort 

    TVS Apache RTR 200 4V deliver the same on road price, but fuel efficiency is the winning factor. On the street, its performance level amazes, it being a joy ride. It is visually sporty and sleek. Comfort is taken care of with ergonomic seats. The engine is mighty and swift. The available space guarantees a smooth ride for both the driver and the pillion. Found in different colors, it makes the street more livelier. The safety features are robust hence rider confidence is boosted in every trip.

    0
    Anonymous 1 week ago
  • Apache RTR 200 4V
    Apache RTR 200 4V power 

    I have be­en riding the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V bike­ for a while now. Riding this bike is very e­xciting. It has a powerful engine that make­s it go fast. The bike also handles ve­ry well and turns easily. This makes e­very ride fun. The Apache­ RTR 200 4V is also one of the cheape­st bikes in its class. This makes it a great value­ for the money you pay. Howeve­r, the seat could be more­ comfortable for long rides. The vibrations can also ge­t noticeable when riding at high spe­eds. Despite the­se small issues, the Apache­ RTR 200 4V remains a top choice for riders who want a bike­ that performs well and doesn't cost too much.

    0
    Anonymous 1 week ago
  • Apache RTR 200 4V
    The Ultimate Streetfighter 

    Cruising the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is a real exciting ride that involves power, agility, and class. This four-wheeler, with its big muscles and cool engine, allows you to have maximum fun and be on top of the world regardless of whether you stay in the city or the highway. Its on the spot throttle and intelligent handling bring the vehicle in the combination of slicing through traffic or dealing with the adrenaline of twisty roads with a lot of confidence. Apache RTR 200 4V offers top-notch features such as dual-channel ABS and a slipper clutch that guarantee maximum safety and control in any riding condition.

    0
    Anonymous 3 weeks ago
  • Apache RTR 200 4V
    Ultimate Riding Experience. 

    The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V releases Power, furnishing riders with the stylish practicable riding experience with to its Modern features and intensive Performance. As a rider appearing for exhilarating gests , I am fully enthralled with this model's offer. It's an Higher option for those who want thrilling rides and Advanced Performance because to its powerful machine and Excellent technologies. My preference for exhilarating rides that try the limitations of excitement is the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V because of its unmatched Power and capability to give the ultimate riding experience.

    0
    Anonymous 3 weeks ago
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