Triumph Speed Twin 900 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: October 25, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.14 Lakh, which is Rs. 8.57 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Speed Twin 900, priced at Rs. 9.71 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Speed Twin 900 offers a claimed 25 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 160 delivers 47 kmpl. On the performance front, the Speed Twin 900 uses a 900cc engine producing 65 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Speed Twin 900 and Apache RTR 160, the Apache RTR 160 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Speed Twin 900 stands out for performance.

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Speed Twin 900 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Triumph Speed Twin 900TVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 9.71 LakhRs. 1.14 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine 900 cc159.7 cc
Max power 65 PS @ 7500 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 216 Kg137 Kg

Speed Twin 900 vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Triumph Speed Twin 900 Phantom Black Aurum GoldTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
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Brand Name Triumph TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.71 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.14 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 65 PS @ 7500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Triumph Speed Twin 900 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Not Available Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 26,594 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,281 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,081 Speed Twin 900 Insurance Rs. 11,511 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
900 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
65 PS @ 7500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
80 Nm @ 3800 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
84.6 mm
62 mm
Stroke
80 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
Not Available
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Compression Ratio
11:1
10:0.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum

Mileage (Overall)
25 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
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø 43mm upside-down Marzocchi forks, 120 mm wheel travel
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Twin Marzocchi RSUs with external reservoirs and adjustable preload, 116 mm wheel travel
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 :-100/90-18,Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 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)
Not Available
Alloy

Seat height
780 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1435 mm
1300 mm
Length
Not Available
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
180 mm
Height
1115 mm
1105 mm
Width
777 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
216 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
130 mm

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

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Tubular steel, with steel cradles
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
Rain,Road
Rain,Sports,Urban
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
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
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/448 Days

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Timeless design; Punchy, torquey motor; Packs decent hardware and electronics for the price
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Lacks a sixth gear; Limited dealership network; Spares and service costs are on the higher side
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Triumph Speed Twin 900 Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Triumph Speed Twin 900 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper than Triumph Speed Twin 900 by ₹8.57 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Triumph Speed Twin 900 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the Phantom Black Aurum Gold version, 900 cc Petrol engine of Speed Twin 900 produces 65 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 80 Nm @ 3800 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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