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News FeedBajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi or TVS Apache RTR 180 – which is better bike between the two?
The two biggies of the auto market and Bajaj and TVS are head-to-head to strengthen their position in the two-wheeler market and so do the two models; Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi and TVS Apache RTR 180, seem to go neck to neck when it comes market share and they seem to be going in the right direction of changing the perspective of bike riding.
In terms of sales Pulsar 180 DTSI is much ahead of the Apache RTR 180 but TVS has left no stone unturned and has been a strong competitor to Bajaj. One of the important differences between the machines is that Apache is a modified version of Apache 160 and Pulsar 180 has many similarities to Pulsar 200. The two manufacturers have been not been spoilsports despite the legal entanglement they have managed to sustain in the market with not much of a mud slinging. A comparative analysis of the Pulsar 180 DTSi and Apache RTR 180 will help the reader choose their hottie.
Engine
The TVS Apache RTR sports a 177.4 cc four-stroke air-cooled single cylinder engine along with a SOHC 2 valve mill. The power generation is close to 17.3 PS at 8500 rpm and the maximum torque is 15.5 NM at 6500 rpm. The engine is supported with the Mikuni BS-29 carburettor.
The Pulsar 180 DTSi is braced with 178.6cc 4-stroke air-cooled single cylinder with SOHC 2 valve mill, which is very similar to the Apache 180. The power output is 17.2 PS @ 8500 rpm and the torque is 14.2 NM. Pulsar goes with the UCD 29 carburettor.
The engine capacity of the two bikes is more or less the same but the difference lies with vibration effect; Pulsar is far more superior in this regard and in Apache 180 the vibrations is quite evident despite the fact that it is has been considerably reduced but this drawback gives a minus point to Apache RTR 180. But Apache compensates this disadvantage with the smooth performance of the clutch, which feels quite heavy in Pulsar and the brand has hardly learnt any lessons to improve the assembly of the clutch.
Handling and comfort
With regard to handling definitely Apache RTR 180 deserves thumbs up, and it is certainly ahead of the Bajaj Pulsar 180. Apache RTR 180’s new wheelbase of 1326mm makes it rather comfortable and stable while cornering. The Apache RTR 180 gives a smooth handling even at great speeds and steering the vehicle at steep turns is awesome and will motivate you to ride for a few more extra miles.
Do not worry about the potholes while you are riding Apache 180, as the bike is a smoothie in this regard and your ride will not be all that bumpy at all.
Pulsar DTSi 180 is not bad in terms of handling and of course they have improved tremendously as compared to its predecessors and it still finishes off as the last contender in the league. Pulsar though scores a brownie point here with its MRF nylogrip zappers and TVS Apache RTR sports the Srichakra tyres. Adorned with MRF tyres and the upgraded swing arm it makes a huge difference to the handling of the Pulsar 180….hmm.
Performance
Talking about performance Pulsar DTSi 180 is a heavier machine when compared to the previous version and that affects quite a lot to the performance of the vehicle. The heavy tyres at the rear and the decrease of torque by 1 Nm has certainly brought down the performance level. Despite these drawbacks Pulsar 180 is still ranked as one of the top performing bikes; it can touch up to 123 kmph speed, which is quite a feat by the manufacturers.
TVS RTR 180 is as light as feather when compared to Pulsar 180; the tyres are slimmer and the torque is simply amazing, which takes the bike a few steps ahead of Pulsar DTSi 180 in terms of performance. Apache touches a top speed of 124 kmph @ 12000 rpm and at that speed you can zip, zap and zoom.
Mileage
TVS Apache RTR 180 gives a mileage of 39-44 Kmpl for that city riding and a little higher around 43-48 kmpl on the long drive or highway ride. Pulsar on the other hand, consumes less fuel; it gives around 41-46 kmpl mileage in the city and up to 46-51 kmpl on the highway riding.
Color choice and price
The Bajaj Pulsar DTSi 180 is available in four colors; Black, Red, Blue and Silver and Apache comes in White, yellow, Gray and Black.
Bajaj Pulsar DTSi 180 is around Rs. 68,600 and the TVS Apache RTR 180 comes on little expensive side at Rs. 72,000. The price differences between the two bikes maybe just a few thousand rupees but in all honesty it is hard to say which one is the better bike to choose.
Both Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi and TVS Apache RTR 180 bikes almost equal and it is better to leave the decision to the reader; so choose the one that suits you needs and one that meets your requirements and budget.
i wnt 2 buy a new 180cc bike which one is best pulsar 180cc or apache rtr180cc?
you must go 4 bajaj pulser 180.i have used(new) this from last 5 months.it’s amazing yaar.no comparison…………………………………
pulsar looks better, gives a nice mileage. i love this thing
hey,guys…….Pulsar 180 is most better than RTR180….even..Pulsar 135 is better than RTR180……east ho ya west Pulsar is best…..Pulsar rocks…!!!!
Apache is best bike ….who ever want a raching dna bike so better ..best is to buy Apache any serise…………pulsar is worst 3rd cless bakwas bekar …..bike and 2o rupes ki aukad bhi nahi he pulsar all series ki…….bajaj is pakdu company………………….undarstan mr.pankaj….and all pulsar lover……
dum he to race lelo apni bhangar pulsar se and mien best Apache………
ANYTIME BOYYYY KBI B AAJA APACHE LE KAR PULSAR 150CC SE B TERIII AUKAAT PTA CHAL JAYEGI
he he nice buddy
harami o pulsar ki aukat hi nahi hai . Pulsar is cheap cheap bike saale koi bhi le raha hai . Pulsar to fattu hai kaun bola ki pulsar 135 kmph par jati hai are voto meter ka fault hota hai mere pas yamaha r 15 hai kiske ass me dum hai race lagao saalo pulsae is bhikari i don’t want to comite abut rtr its better,,,,,,faaltu pulsar…
hiiiiiiii dude i m eddy i have pulsar 180 but hum campevr kare rtr180 se tu pulsar is nt ok then rtr180 is bst b”coz i feel in ride very sporty nd cool then i sale my pulsar 180 nd ibuy rtr180
rtr 180 is much better… even rtr160 is bettr than bajaj pulsar180!!!!!
I have apache rtr180.its amazing yaar koi muqabla nahi yaar.
hi joban i m a cool dude i have pulsor 180 nd it is far better than ur apache 180 it is better in looks it has broad tyres more height than apache move average. Whom r u comparing pulsor is better than the best as compare to ur kiddish bike apache
abe pahele jake Apache rtr 180 ride karke dekh phir bolna kaun si bike best hai
are yaar if ur rtr is the best then why the bike pulsar is covering more than 50% sale of indian market in sports bike segment.
now i have got why its so………………..
oye apache is best………………
oyee then acordng to ur opinion apache rocks then y people r going fr pulsar and not for apache , and pulsar has gone above 50% shares in racing bikes , now wat do u say
pulsar rocks………………………………
The rtr 180 front shock is very bad ..its not good on braking
And also the service its too bad
I am purchased pulsar in June’09, its amaging
pulsar is the best and rtr is the worst
Both Bikes are good .. but to me the RTR feels more refined .. in any case the Bajaj bikes lack in engine refinement .. the entire Pulsar range !!
hey guys … pulsar rocks… i dnt know how kids using apache say dt it rocks… gt it one on one vd d 180 dts-i … apache’s 124 isnt enuf… drive pulsar n reach d thrillin 131 (my experience)…. dn lets c , who gets on vd d real performance….
i ve already booked pulsar 180 DTSi after long survey carrying out between that segment
had tried
RTR 180 , i already use a TVS victor now but TVS has the same problem of shock absorbers and the engine sounds very loud when engine oil is not replaced properly..
i hope this doesnt happen wid pulsar ….
Definitely Male, Pulsar 180dtsi
i go for pulsar 180 it increase our image in society………..east or west pulsar always best
both d bikes r gud enough….
i had p180 n d problm dat cumes in evry pulsar is dat aftr ridng 4-5 months its engne starts producing sum different noises…
but still i can say dat p180 rocks….its better dan rtr180..
i have driven both p-180&rtr-180.the very best and wise choice is APACHE RTR-180 .since more comfort,max torque&great sporty grip that makes us more filling.
last month my friend bought p-180 soon within a month engine noises revealed and his gear shifting was not satisfactory.finally APACHE WINS.
technically tvs apache 180 rocks.better choice is rtr180CC{tvs},rather than pulsar.
bajaj must improve its standard,till then apache wins over it.
Pulsor 180 is the best than apache Pulsor rock
Bajaj Pulsar 180cc is d bst evr.I m Ready 2 buy it.
i am going 2 buy one of hoties rtr 180 or p180 i am confused in chosing dem so i approached in a new way which product has good quality price will be more while comparing the price diff b/n p180 and rtr180 ia diff more than 7000 so i wanna go for rtr180
man pulsar makes a men a gey,its not defenetly male its female man,no more proof 180 pulsar,but rtr180 got proof do it got racing dna to proof that it has got a real power to beat enoough even pulsar 220 zmr r15,man pulsar not male enough to compete rtr180,if ur man enough get apache rtr 180,if not get 180pulsar,guess who,are u strong enoug and man enough to ride a beast,its now or never.
I am using pulsar 180CC from 1yr its dam good… pickup is very good… with a good break(guys need some experience on disc brake)… and the service what I am getting is also good(I service my bike in kalyani bajaj showroom in bangalore)…… Its really good but not sure of RTR…
I LOVE MY PULSAR 180CC THE MALE BIKE……..:)
I hv to buy bike.which one is best bike from hh hunk,pulsar 180? Plz tell me yaar…i am confused
Abe jyada soch maat aram se pulsar ko koi v bike le le, sv bike se vo achha rhega, chahe vo rtr 180 ho ya karizma zmr
i have bought pulsar 180 3days before and it is far more better than apache rtr 180………
and Vaibs it is also better than hunk so i suggest u should buy pulsar 180 but at last the choice is your’s………
no one is better than pulsar 180
Better bike Apache RTR 180 Racing super bike India Compare winth pulsar180cc
Better bike Apache RTR 180 Racing super bike India Compare with pulsar180cc
if you have a good taste then go for pulsar 180
bajaj pulsar 180 rocks…an tvs sucks
hey i want to buy a 150cc bike so tell me which one is best in speed,milage and sevice
buy pulsar 150 its supeb yaar …………………………………….
Bhai pulsar le le
m very confused…. pulsar or RTR…. plzzzzz help
I love pulsar
my home in also 150 pulsar, and i am booking blue-180.
becoz its dude style yaar
me also booked blue….its realy coooooollll colour….
apache rtr180 is very stylish in look and the colour of bike is so attractive. i like the yellow colour.engine performance is better…………. racing DNA
Pulsar 180cc………..superb yaar. I also drived my friends bike Apache but i was not satisfied. Then i drived Pulsar………Wow. If you are going to purchase Apache………., please first drive Pulsar 180.
pulsar 180 iz superb!!!….blue pulsar180 iz awesome man….its d bike 4 dudes….not a bike like apache 180 rtr for uncles…..tvs has no color choice..yellow ***ks!!!! …i suggest to go 4 pulsar…..
now m sure rtr180 is da beast yaar…!! m gonna purchase this bike…sure…!! and definetly money dosent matters…!! not for 2 or 3 k’s…!! compare to p200 also…!!
personnaly in ma collge all ma frndz hav pulsar,,,and so i wanted to be uniqe soo i’ll go for rtr180 DNA unleashed…!! it simply white pearl…! and it has good milage also…..40-50 in city & highway…!! and u can afford 500bugs in a month..
go for rtr180 guyzz its worth…!!
pulsar f**ks RTR rocks
hey…… guys mai aapko ek bat bata hun, pulsar jab first time launch huyee thi to maine soch liya tha ki mai bhi ek din pulsar hee khareedunga,
aur pulsar ki ek baat pulsar din pe din nikharti jaa rahi hai, yehi karan hai ki mai ab jald hee 180cc pulsar purchase karne wala hun, so fireds agar aap ka bhi dil bike lene ka karta hai to, so don’t more thing & go with pulsar………….b….. cause pulsar got power and pulsar is the king of the road
jitne log ye khe rahe hai ki pulser best hai phele apache ko chale ke dheko op phir compare karo i will always says rtr 180 is the best
Apache is the best .. Even RTR 160 Beats Pee 180 hands down.. Dont compare RTR 180 with Pee 180.. BAJAJ (B.A.L) is always and will remain a dumbass company.. Pulsar owners are bustard that there machine always got busted in 1-2 years down the line. Fuck Pulsar
I have apache rtr 160 and it is very good. Before buying any bike first take few rides of both the bikes and u will know the difference between them. Apache is faster and lighter than bulky pulser.
Pulsar 180 dtsi ug4 is very good bike since i have it frm 6 months the bike is superb great performance,great handling,great mileage,good looks east or west pulsar is the best
s guys p 180 is the amazing bike just 5 days be4 i bought this. the riding experience was awesome but in apache lot of disadvantages are ther.. while riding apache it’ll give som back pain n more vibrations make u frustrated of riding.. genious will choose pulsar.. whome u are either genious or fool
apache rocks i had buyed 180 on 5th of may its relly rocking p180 is a heavy bike that will easily feel down on brakin this prob is not there in rtr180 it feels ridin a sports byk on rtr180
PULSAR IS AVERY GOOD BIKE
rtr180 is the best bike in 180cc segment even i had purchased it 1 week before its gr8 bike pulsar ki **** *** rtr f** u pulsar and f*** who had purchased a stupid pulsar bike.
rtr is best best best best best best best bike think befor u purchase that stupid lund pulsar180cc
dear if ur bike that’s rtr is best that’s why pulsar covers more than 50% of the market share in india under sports bike segment.
there xtreame also covers more percentile than apache.
rtr is best bike in this world
I have driven both and finally bought the ~PULSAR180~ .But apache’s pickup in first two gears is good but after which it sucks .wherin PULSAR 180 always rocks.
APACHE 180 IS LATEST WORLD WASTEST BIKE SO ALL BUY PULSAR 180 DTS-I
PULSAR180 DTS-I IS A BESTBIKE INTHE WORLD DONT BUY APACHE AND WASTE YOUR MONEY
pulser rulezz !
HET HARDEEP!!!!Did u buy ur pulsar from heaven?????????? Engineers hav labld its top speed to 123 and u r gettin 131????????????DONT BLUFFFFF MAN!!!!!!!!!
hey guys !!!! i hav brought p 180 on april 2010 it was awsome yarr!!! do u know one thing iam ruling the road i feel grt to ride my iornboy!!!!!
apache 180 rte is the best 180 cc bike average is fantastic it haveracing dna engen and ha more top speed than pulsar 180 and 200 pulsar who chose pulsare they r nakli man because they have dump ass
Apache 160 is better than pulsar 180
pulsar180 is best amongst all…i hav reached 157km/h on my bike on NH4…it ws awesum…apache cant reach beyond 130…its challenge
bacchon……… m a real bike lover n i’m changing my bikes in every 2-3 months…from past 1 year i own pulser180,200, R1, Karizma……..but when i bought new rtr 180 …….. it is fast, stylish, powerful than pulser 180…..for guys whu r confused b/w pulser 180 n rtr 180……..see stats on net ,rtr180 can even better than pulser 200……….n if u want better go for karizma zmr……i’m planning to buy it.
@amrit : gadhe 180 cc ki bike lene walo ko 4-5 kmpl ke milege difference se koi farq nahi padta…….papa ko bol bajaj ki 100 cc bike dilaye…..accha milage degi……
guys speed dsnt depend on engine..its an challenge to rider…even hunk reaches 140km/h…dont bilev on company lable…u can rubb any bike upto its engine capacity..its my challenge..bt its too risky guys..becoz bajaj&tvs engines set burn…i hav lose my p180 1month ago wid above speed…nw i got d same new p180…its awsum
bacchon……… m a real bike lover n i’m changing my bikes in every 2-3 months…from past 1 year i own pulser180,200, R1, Karizma……..but when i bought new rtr 180 …….. it is fast, stylish, powerful than pulser 180…..for guys whu r confused b/w pulser 180 n rtr 180……..see stats on net ,rtr180 can even better than pulser 200……….n if u want better go for karizma zmr……i’m planning to buy it.
@amrit : gadhe 180 cc ki bike lene walo ko 4-5 kmpl ke milege difference se koi farq nahi padta…….papa ko bol bajaj ki 100 cc bike dilaye…..accha milage degi……
Both of them bikes are very bad.only bullet 350 is better than both.
hey karan here there is a mere comparision of 180 cc bikes and from wer the hell this 350cc came in between
apache gives a vibration at higer speed…
i have pulsar 180 ug4 ..i touch my bike at 138kmph non stop…
once i touch 140 but i don’t record video…
i used 2 karizma see in youtube my video of karizma..
karizma can’t cross 135.. but my 180 ug4 no stop going and going 138-140
see my video pulsar 180 ug4 138kmph
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fV8BofHv_nY
why u need a bike?……just go by walk..its safe and secure….avoide pollution….or for long distances prefer cycle……..nice exercising
here we r askng sugestn on d comparision of p180 & rtr180 not ur sugestn of green revoulution
pulsar 180 is better..
i have usd rtr 180 since 5 months , aftr using it rashly it give 1.vibrations, 2.front rear disc and shockobsrvr gives problem, 3.milge comes down, 4.customer assist is not well, aftr these many problems my brother knows a bike consultancy which invites 2nd hand bikes, so in a good value my brthr sold it and planned to brng p180, now v r havng it , i feel mi bike of riding 10-15 times a day, bcoz its a lovable bike, apache is a small bike which faces me prblm to take a ride with my family , it does not suits wen we go out wit our mothrs or sistrs , bcz i faced d prblm, so better i suggest to go for p180………
hey boy i am damn sure that u are lying like hell man!! u already own a pulsar 180 and u r so low to ur knees ..no one will ever sell a apache 180 nd buy p180 he wld rather buy a p220..if u hav reallly done it thn ur an an IDIOT hahaha…the rason ppl dnt buy apache 180 is bcos its expensive..and every 2nd person has a pulsar…u all know
Hey Guys , Gr8 to see everybody loves the bike they have but now i m really confused after seeing the comments my best friend who has to old 150cc Pulsar with a round light is a die heart friend of pulsar wants me to buy a pulsar 180cc and i m very fast rider who use to ride a ninja with a speed of 160-170 km an hour in mexico and here also if i will get a high speed bike i wont be able to control my self as i have already meet an acciedent althout that was with a bicycle on a high slope becoz of the brake fail i fractured my back bone on two diffrent parts so now i was a bike with little sporty look and with a average , average like between 40 to 50 and not so fast so that i wont kill my self so is pulsur good on when u r at high speed and mash brakes does it controls without falling or scatting . i know it depends on the rider how to control as i do control good but still bikes also has a part on helping you to do so , so dear friend plz suggest me on my mail add which is u_me_lets_talk@yahoo.com Thanks in advance.
Aapache rocking.
Dono bekaar hai,koi meri cbz se race lagaye.
abe cbz ko bich me marane ke lea bhej raha hai kya
hi i want to bye pulsar 180 but i seemed to like the new Honda dazzler Wat do u think????????