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- Jan 4, 2022
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Without any teasers or leaks, TVS dropped the 2022 Apache RTR 160 4V, Surprise! The bike has been updated with segment-first features which should make it a better value-for-money offering than before. But are the new changes enough to give it an edge over its chief rival, the Hero Xtreme 160R, on paper? Well, let’s put the data together and find out.
Engine
Specifications |
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Engine |
159.7cc oil-cooled 4-valves |
163cc Air-cooled 2-valve |
Power |
Sport mode- 17.55PS @ 9250 rpm Urban/Rain mode- 15.64PS @ 8600 rpm |
15.2PS @ 8,500 rpm |
Torque |
Sport mode- 14.73Nm at 7250 rpm Urban/Rain mode- 14.14Nm at 7250 rpm |
14Nm @ 6,500 rpm |
Gearbox |
5-speed |
5-speed |
With the engine configuration and the power output, it’s clear that the 2022 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is the winner here. Its 4-valve setup definitely aids the firepower which is evident in the numbers. On paper, it outperforms the Xtreme 160R even in the Urban/Rain mode.
Moreover, the Apache RTR 160 4V makes its peak power and torque higher in the revs which speaks volumes for its sporty character. This should make it a hoot during spirited weekend rides.
Underpinnings
Specifications |
Apache RTR 160 4V |
Xtreme 160R |
Frame |
Double Cradle |
Tubular Diamond |
Front suspension |
Telescopic fork |
37mm Telescopic fork |
Rear suspension |
Monoshock |
7-step adjustable monoshock |
Front brake |
270mm disc with ABS |
276mm disc with ABS |
Rear brake |
200mm disc/130mm drum |
220mm disc/130mm drum |
Front tyre |
90/90-17 |
100/80-17 |
Rear tyre |
110/80-17 |
130/70 -17 |
Both bikes use more or less the same suspension setup and get a preload-adjustable rear shock. Theoretically, the Xtreme 160R should have better braking prowess with the larger front as well as rear disc.
However, the 2022 Apache RTR 160 4V should benefit from its slightly skinny tyres as it would be easy to flick. TVS also offers the bike with a rear radial tyre for the front and rear disc brake variants. This should theoretically enhance its cornering capabilities as the radial tyre has a stronger sidewall as compared to conventional rubber.
Dimensions and Features
Specifications |
Apache RTR 160 4V |
Xtreme 160R |
Wheelbase |
1,357mm |
1327mm |
Ground clearance |
180mm |
167mm |
Fuel tank capacity |
12-litre |
12-litre |
Seat height |
800mm |
790mm |
Kerb weight |
145kg (Single disc)/147kg (Double disc) |
138.5kg (Single disc )/139.5kg(Double disc) |
Since the Apache RTR 160V has a 30mm longer wheelbase, it should be more stable in the straights than the Xtreme 160R. It gets more ground clearance too, which is a boon for our broken and pothole-ridden city roads. However, the weight scale is where the Hero Xtreme 160R has the edge since it weighs almost 6kg less than the TVS bike. Moreover, its seat is also lower, making it a more convenient option for shorter riders.
Both the bikes get LED illumination, a digital console with a tachometer, speedometer, fuel gauge, time as well as a trip meter as standard. But the Apache 160 gets a bit more goodies, though that’s mentioned in the verdict.
Price & Verdict
2022 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V |
Hero Xtreme 160R |
Rs 1,15,265 (front disc, rear drum) Rs 1,17,350 (Front and rear disc, with rear radial tyre) Rs 1,20,050 (Front and rear disc with rear radial tyre, and smartphone connectivity) Rs 1,21,372 (Special Edition) |
Rs 1,11,610 (Front disc) Rs 1,14,660 (Front and rear disc) Rs 1,16,460 (100 Million Edition) |
And now the most important aspect: the asking price. While the 2022 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V costs more than the Hero Xtreme 160R, it also backs up the price tag with the list of features on offer. The riding modes are standard throughout the range and as you move up the echelon, the Apache RTR 160 4V also gets turn-by-turn navigation, and the Special edition variant even gets an adjustable clutch and brake lever, all of which enhances the user experience.
So if you are out for a 160cc bike, the 2022 TVS Apache RTR definitely makes for a worthy purchase.
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