Triumph Tiger 900 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: September 19, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.14 Lakh, which is Rs. 13.26 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Tiger 900, priced at Rs. 14.40 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Tiger 900 offers a claimed 21.27 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 160 delivers 47 kmpl. On the performance front, the Tiger 900 uses a 888cc engine producing 108 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Tiger 900 and Apache RTR 160, the Apache RTR 160 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Tiger 900 stands out for performance.

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Tiger 900 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Triumph Tiger 900TVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.40 LakhRs. 1.14 Lakh
Mileage 21.27 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine 888 cc159.7 cc
Max power 108 PS @ 9500 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 219 Kg137 Kg

Tiger 900 vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Triumph Tiger 900 GTTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
Rating
4 reviews
222 reviews
Brand Name Triumph TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.40 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.14 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 108 PS @ 9500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Triumph Tiger 900 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 39,427 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,281 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,823 Tiger 900 Insurance Rs. 10,605 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
202 kmph
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
888 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
108 PS @ 9500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
90 Nm @ 6850 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
78 mm
62 mm
Stroke
61.9 mm
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
3
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
13.0:1
10:0.3:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum

Mileage (Overall)
21.27 kmpl
47 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
4.77s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
15.90m
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
117.08
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Braking 80-0 km/h
27.81m
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
107 kmph (Sport)
Braking 100-0 km/h
44.17m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
2.40s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
2.79s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks, manual rebound and compression damping adjustment, 180mm travel
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 170mm 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 :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 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
820 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
1556 mm
1300 mm
Length
Not Available
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
180 mm
Height
1410 mm
1105 mm
Width
930 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
219 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
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Tubular steel trellis main frame. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
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
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Rain,Sports,Urban
Traction Control
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
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
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
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
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
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

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Triumph Tiger 900
  • New motor has better low- and mid-range response, All variants get top-spec adjustable suspension and Brembo Stylema calipers, Tubeless spoke rims come as standard on Rally trims
Triumph Tiger 900
  • No electronic suspension version for India
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Triumph Tiger 900 Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Triumph Tiger 900 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences Triumph Tiger 900 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Triumph Tiger 900 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper than Triumph Tiger 900 by ₹13.26 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Triumph Tiger 900 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the GT version, 888 cc Petrol engine of Tiger 900 produces 108 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 90 Nm @ 6850 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 Triumph Tiger 900 has better performance.

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