Honda SP125 [2019-2024] vs TVS Apache RTR 160

TVS Apache RTR 160 Price starts at Rs. 1.20 Lakh which is Rs. 32,952 costlier than base model of Honda SP 125 [2019-2024] priced at Rs. 87,468. The claimed mileage of Honda SP125 [2019-2024] is 60 kmpl whereas the mileage of TVS Apache RTR 160 is 47 kmpl. In technical specifications, Honda SP 125 [2019-2024] is powered by 123.94 cc engine , while TVS Apache RTR 160 is powered by 159.7 cc engine. Honda SP 125 [2019-2024] is available in 5 different colours while TVS Apache RTR 160 comes with 7 colours. The Comparison Honda SP 125 [2019-2024] vs TVS Apache RTR 160 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

SP125 [2019-2024] vs Apache RTR 160

Key Highlights SP125 [2019-2024] DrumApache RTR 160 Black Edition
Engine Type 4 stroke, SI Engine SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 10.87 PS @ 7500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm

SP125 [2019-2024] vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda SP125 [2019-2024] DrumTVS Apache RTR 160 Black Edition
Rating
696 reviews
1070 reviews
Brand Name Honda TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 87,468 Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.20 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, SI Engine SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 10.87 PS @ 7500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda SP125 [2019-2024] Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Brakes Front Drum Disc
Brakes Rear Drum Drum
Braking Type Combi Brake System ...
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS ... Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,520 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,469 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,407 SP125 [2019-2024] Insurance Rs. 10,715 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
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Engine Type
4 stroke, SI Engine
SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
123.94 cc
159.7 cc
Max Power
10.87 PS @ 7500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
10.9 Nm @ 6000 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
50 mm
...
Stroke
63.1 mm
...
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
...
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
...

Brakes Front
Drum
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
...

Mileage (Overall)
60 kmpl
47 kmpl
Top Speed
100 kmph
107 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-100/80-18
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Peak Power
10.87 PS @ 7500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
25 psi
...

Seat height
790 mm
790 mm
Length*Width*Height
2020*785*1103 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1285 mm
1300 mm
Length
2020 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
180 mm
Height
1103 mm
1105 mm
Width
785 mm
730 mm
Fuel Capacity
11.2 Liters
12 Liters
Kerb Weight
116 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Saddle Height
790 mm
790 mm
Front Brake Diameter
130 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
130 mm
130 mm

Additional Features
Gear position Indicator, Eco Indicator.
(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
Headlight
LED
AHO, LED Headlamp with all time on LED Position Lamp
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
12V / 6AH
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
LED

Frame
Diamond Type
Double Cradle Synchro STIFF
ABS
...
Single Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Bikes, Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
...
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
...
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Distance to Empty Indicator
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
...
Digital
Clock
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
...
Cooling System
...
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
3
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda SP 125 [2019-2024]
  • One of the most stylish bikes in its segment. Has a powerful engine. Comes with a silent starter
  • with also an all-LED headlight.
TVS Apache RTR 160
  • Great engine tractability due to TVS Glide Through Technology (GTT)
  • Top-end variant is feature rich
  • Sporty and muscular design
Honda SP 125 [2019-2024]
  • A bit costlier in comparison to its rivals. Rear suspension is a bit stiff. Bite from the front-disc could’ve been better.
TVS Apache RTR 160
  • Front-end feels unsettled at higher speeds
  • Brakes could have been better
  • Top-end variant is very expensive

Is TVS Apache RTR 160 Better Than Honda SP125 [2019-2024]?

53% users have chosen TVS Apache RTR 160 over Honda SP125 [2019-2024] in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 8058 users have also rated TVS Apache RTR 160 and Honda SP125 [2019-2024] 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 TVS Apache RTR 160 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Honda SP125 [2019-2024] is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of 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 SP125 [2019-2024] Apache RTR 160
Mileage 3.8 4.3
Performance 4.2 4.1
Comfort 4.0 4.1
Maintenance 3.8 4.0
Features 4.1 4.1
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TVS Apache RTR 160 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which bike is better between Honda SP 125 and Hero Glamour Xtec?
  • If you are in the market for a 125cc commuter bike but don’t mind shelling out that little extra cash for a premium, well-equipped and frugal motorcycle, the SP 125 should definitely be one of the options that you consider. On the other hand, Hero Glamour Xtec is powered by a 124.7 cc engine. It generates a power of 10.84 PS @ 7500 rpm and a torque of 10.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm. Hero Glamour Xtec gets Drum brakes in the front and rear. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. In between TVS RAIDER 125 and SP 125. Which is the best in it's class?
  • Honda sp is best.
  • Raider is bad , i think sp is beetr
  • Tvs raider
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Q. I am planning to take Honda shine sp 125, please advise me whether I should take Drum or Disk break.
  • Disk
  • Disk break
  • The former gets the 240mm front disc brake tested by us while the latter has to make do with a 130mm drum brake. And as always we would recommend you to buy the disc brake variant for the added safety and control it offers. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Honda SP125 [2019-2024] Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda SP125 [2019-2024] vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences Honda SP 125 [2019-2024] is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Honda SP125 [2019-2024] vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The Honda SP 125 [2019-2024] is cheaper than TVS Apache RTR 160 by Rs. 32,952.
Which bike offers better performance Honda SP125 [2019-2024] vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the Drum version, 123.94 cc Petrol engine of SP125 [2019-2024] produces 10.87 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 10.9 Nm @ 6000 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 Honda SP 125 [2019-2024] has better performance.

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