Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs. 1.20 Lakh which is Rs. 10,001 costlier than base model of Bajaj Pulsar 150 priced at Rs. 1.10 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar 150 is 47.5 kmpl whereas the mileage of TVS Apache RTR 160 is 47 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar 150 is powered by 149.5 cc engine , while TVS Apache RTR 160 is powered by 159.7 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar 150 is available in 3 different colours while TVS Apache RTR 160 comes with 7 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar 150 vs Apache RTR 160

Key Highlights Pulsar 150 Single DiscApache RTR 160 Black Edition
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 14 PS @ 8500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
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Pulsar 150 vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 150 Single DiscTVS Apache RTR 160 Black Edition
Rating
1902 reviews
1070 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.10 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.20 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 14 PS @ 8500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 150 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Drum Drum
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,300 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,469 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,895 Pulsar 150 Insurance Rs. 10,715 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
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Engine Type
4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine
SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
149.5 cc
159.7 cc
Max Power
14 PS @ 8500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
13.25 Nm @ 6500 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum

Mileage (Overall)
47.5 kmpl
47 kmpl
Top Speed
...
107 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-17, Rear :-100/90-17
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Peak Power
14 PS @ 8500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
785 mm
790 mm
Length*Width*Height
2055*765*1060 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1320 mm
1300 mm
Length
2055 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Height
1060 mm
1105 mm
Width
765 mm
730 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 Liters
12 Liters
Kerb Weight
148 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
785 mm
790 mm
Front Brake Diameter
260 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
130 mm
130 mm

Additional Features
Mobile Notifications, Gear Indicator, DTE
(Maximum Speed - Urban/Rain Mode - 97 kmph), (Maximum Power - Urban/Rain Mode - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm), (Maximum Torque - Urban/Rain Mode - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm), Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3/DOT 4, Glide Through Technology
Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
...
Headlight
Halogen
AHO, LED Headlamp with all time on LED Position Lamp
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 6AH
Pilot Lamps
...
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
LED

Frame
...
Double Cradle Synchro STIFF
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Bikes, Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
...
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
DRLs
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar 150
  • The fans still like the iconic design
  • Slightly sporty yet comfy riding posture
TVS Apache RTR 160
  • Great engine tractability due to TVS Glide Through Technology (GTT)
  • Top-end variant is feature rich
  • Sporty and muscular design
Bajaj Pulsar 150
  • Has become pretty pricey today
  • Not everyone will dig the dated looks
TVS Apache RTR 160
  • Front-end feels unsettled at higher speeds
  • Brakes could have been better
  • Top-end variant is very expensive

Is Bajaj Pulsar 150 Better Than TVS Apache RTR 160?

57% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar 150 over TVS Apache RTR 160 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 16165 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar 150 and TVS Apache RTR 160 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar 150 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and comfort in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Apache RTR 160 Pulsar 150
Mileage 3.9 3.8
Performance 4.1 4.2
Comfort 4.1 4.0
Maintenance 3.8 3.8
Features 4.1 4.1
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Q. For tall rider 6 feet which bike is better. Pulsar 150, Apache RTR 160 or Yamaha FZ Fi 3.0?
  • Pulsar is very comfortablen and no vibration
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  • Pulsar 150 better than others
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Q. Which is the best bike among Pulsar 150 and Apache RTR 160 in terms of speed and torque?
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  • For speed go for apache, but for torque go for pulsar
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Bajaj Pulsar 150 Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar 150 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and comfort in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The Bajaj Pulsar 150 is cheaper than TVS Apache RTR 160 by Rs. 10,001.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the Single Disc version, 149.5 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 150 produces 14 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 13.25 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the 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 Bajaj Pulsar 150 has better performance.

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