Bajaj 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.
Abay salo kutto kay apache apache kartay ho dum hai toh aja ove race kartay hai
Yarr kashmir toh king hai tum say kya panga leyna hum nay toh asahi har maanli tum geetay bhai
Yarr kashmir kay toh king hai tum say kya panga leyna hum nay toh asahi har maanli tum geetay bhai
apache apache toh kam ho rahi hai plsr plsr jaada dekhe mujhe…aur pulsr toh aaj kal doodh wale bhi challlawe….go for APACHE
baba yaha toh apache 14 saal k bacche chalate hai aur pulsar assli riders … pulsar ke looks r far btr den apache ……. apache is 4 assholes n pulsar is 4 all d daredevils…..
Hello fools, pulsar 180 is the best..we have both p180 and rtr 180.i am using pulsar 180 and my bro is using rtr 180. But the rtr is having many complaints and mileage is also very less..rtr braking is not effective while overspeeding..but pulsar 180 braking is very good..i have experience while riding 85km/hr speed, suddenly a man crossed the road same time i applied the sudden brake.there is no jerking and slipping,so i have believe in pulsar 180. I love my pulsar 180..go for P180…….
Hai friend Wat u told about the Pulsar is right. its really Gud vehicle. i love Pulsar and i hate appache.
Hi frnds i thionk one must go for a p[ulsar 180 if you need mileage as well as power becoz it swallows ur pocket slowly but apache it swallows ur pocket very fasrtly.buttt apache is better and pulsar is gooooooooddddddddd!
abhe pulsar walo apni pulsar ko kabhi full acceleration de kr dekhna speed agar 138km per hr ki speed mai nahi gai toh kehna apache toh bhush hai kyonki jo garajte hai woh baraste nahi
apache gandu pulsar faadu………..apache ke brakes dekho rukti nahi hai sisc ke bawjood par 180 pulsar ko dekho sirf 4 seconds main ruk jati hai 80kmph pe bhi
tum laore log larte raho… lekin kisinebhi kya dono bikes ki testride li?…maine li… bete..P220 and P220F ke topspeeds khali 159kmph hai…thikhai na… Apache rtr 180 ABS ko maine 165kmph pe bhagaya..in hyderabad..
ab brakes ki bari..
Pulsar bulle ki gaari hai… brake chahe acche road pe maro ya gile road pe..pakka skid ho gi.. aur tumhe marneki puri koshish karegi..
apache ko man marzi speed me manmarzi road pe brake marke dekho…specially abs version ko… jaha chahoge wohinpe rukhjayegi..
raha mileage ki baat to hyderabad me dono same mileage detihai…
tum chutiye log khali pulsar ki tarif karte phiro… asli winnner toh apache hai…
main yeh isliye nehi kehrahahun kyunki main apache fan hun…balke isliye kehrahahun kyunki maine dono bikes ki bohot kari testliya hai…sacch kehraha hun.. agar bike chalake marna hai toh pulsar lo…agar zinda rehna hai aur bike chalaneka maaza lena hai toh Apache lo… age tum logoki marzi…
but I will choose a Apache RTR180 ABS anyday over P180 or P200
thanx arijit apache rtr 180 abs is best bike in india
Yeah right bro. I m waiting for apachi 220 for booking.
ya friend apache 180 is the good faadu bike. sale ch***ya bike chalai nahi or lage comments karne
i have no apachi but i try u r right dear
PULSAR 180cc N PULSAR 200cc rocks… this are the best n its coll to drive.. how about i got more information about this two bike mention above
i luv pulser. n i want to be a stuntman
apache mere lode pe hai pulsar 135 ls chala kya smooth drive hai
Oye yr maine dono bikes rkhi huie ha …….dono hi ashi hai lekin agar ladkiyo ko fsana hai to chup chap bullet le ayo ……….
sahi he boss
pulsasr is the most gaandu bike
yar pulsar is not so bad…. mere paas 150 cc hai its good at aoo kms but uske baad to vo handling karna mushkil ho jaata hai…. hilne lagti hai… but jab maine apache chalai it is very smooth to ride even at 120 kms………. apache rockz…
pulsar is like a taati RTR APACHE baap hai sabki koi bhi aazmaa ke dekh lo anytime anywhere to all pulsar lover
R15 is the best bike
sala belura log apache ko kv gaur se dekha hai aur chalaya hai dabba to hai aur jaha taha fekate rahta hai
sala 90 ke baad rone lagta hai
pulsar sabhi sports bike ka baap hai eske bad hi koi sports bike paida liya…………..
plusar is india’s soprt bike.
Get First hand with proper service apachi.
dhyaan se dekhna tu luna chalake soch ra hoga k apache chalaya. mera bhai jo 8 me hai vo e use 122 km/hr k speed tk sataya hai.n its damn truth dat apache sbka baap hai. . . .pulser 180 ko maine khud haraya hai race me. . . .mai apache ko 149 km/hr k speed tk le k gya hu. . .n pulser 135 tk jata hai mar mar k. . . .
yaar plz muje batau ki kon se bike achi hai koi muje apache rtr180cc or pulsar180 me se ek ko chune me preshan hu so plz tell me
apache 180Abs is best..
Are pulser ke diwano kabhi appache rtr 180 abs chalao pulser ko bhul jaoge kabhi pulser pe nahi baithoge
aur kya hai pulser mai appache toh asli rider ki nishani hai
pulser toh dabba bike hai……..!!!
apache ki *******
pulsar Definetly Male… bike ho tho pulsar… ek time pe mai pulsar ko ithna hate kartha tha… jaise ki pucho math…. jab mere dad ne muje gift kiya pulsar180cc dtsi ug4… muje chalane ke liye mann nahi tha… ab tho aisa ride kartha hu ki.. . dusra bike ki watt laga de tha hu…
india ki shaan hai… pulsar jai hind
apache rtr 180 is best byk pulsar to fattu byk hai…..
i going to buy apache 180 white can u give suggestion whch is the best apache or pulsar am confused
apache
go for apache 180 ordinary white not FI or ABS
180 & 160 two are equal but why r u made two types
yes pulsar 180 is great and you will try pu180&ap180 ok
apache looks so gud….. so i luv apache…….
APACHE RTR IS ALWAYA BETTER THAN P 180
both bikes R FAAD but my Pulsar 220 F izz rule the Road…..
frnds plz tell me who is better bike ??????plzzz
Apache 180Abs
Apche rtr 180 is the best.apache au pulsar me apache is good.kyonki maine dono chalai hai .aur dono mere paas hai
@karanveer:RTR is Gud to handle buddy…..Even Im Having 160 And 180RTR 2 bikes r awsome…..Im geeting milage 46km in 160 and 40km in 180……. & i reach 139km in 160,156km in 180……..even i ride my cousin 180 pulsar also it will rech only 138 to 140km Buddy…….if u want buy pulsar means go for 220 its really awsome……:)
Rts180 is best in terms of quality and racing dna in streets with superiour quality. For your knowledge, apachi 220 is coming soon to f**k pulsar 220… F**king poor quality pulsar for poor people who dont know what we called a racing bike.
I Love Pulasr or yeah sub kuch bike kye chalanay par depend karta hai ?
Friends Fast and slow per depend nahi karta bike kee maintenance per depend karta hai
yaar batao ki overall kaun si bike achhi hai pulsar180cc or apache 180abs
180 apache abs
APACHE is best bike of india… pulsar is very badly bike 0-90 tak jaate saale ki gand fat jaati hai…..
apahe 180 0-60 4.15 second pulsar220 0-60 9 second …….. ab aapi batao bike kaun si acchi hai….
Jaish ali ur correct dude…..
my friend has pulsar 180 and i own apache rtr 180…
my frd bike sucks 0-60 in nearly 7 seconds and he have to struggle if he want to touch 100kmph…
and my bike… mann.. ohh its jet.. 0-60 in 4.5 seconds…. and i can easily touch 115 without struggle… even smooth after 100kmph… its amazing bike..
i m proud dat i own apache 180 rtr…. thanks for TVS..
dono bikes acchi hain par p180 high speeds par vibrate nahi karti a180vibrate karti p top speed greater than apache.hats off to d real 180 power pulsar
ra bhi bheja mat khe.apache 180 k seth panga maat le.thore exprience level kame hi teri bheja main…
pulsar 180 is very very good than aapche .i went 130 on it
it is awesoome you go for it
APACHE RTR 180 IS THE BAAP BIKE OF ALL UNER 220 CC BIKE IT CAN EVEN BEAT PULSAR 220 ONLY SLIGHT DIFFERENCE. BECAUSE APACHE HAS GOT HORSE POWER. TVS APACHE RTR180 RACING DNA UNLEASHED.
mater inda log kya bat karta hai….da best bike izzz yamaha r15v.2apache n plsr dont even come on the list……..
go for apache 180 ordinary white
hey do 1 tink. . . .khada karwa dno byks ko p180 n a180 lets c thn kn kiska marta hai.p180 licks a180 ass. . . .
Apache par bethne k baad aadmi devil ban jata kyoki jaisi bike waisa look.toh phir pulsar par bethkar apni hansi mat udwana.
Bajaj 180 is the best and powerfull bike…………………………………………..
pulsar 180 is rocking………………….
Go for apache 180 abs …. Awesome bike ..its braking is 2 faadu..
pulser is the only sport bike in india by BAJAJ MOTORS.IF U PEOPLE COMPARE
TWO BIKES I WILL SAY PULSER 180 IS THE BEST BIKE BECAUSE OF ITS LOOK AND RIDING COMFORTNESS.
go 4 the PULSAR 180
abe oye tattuo pulsar to ultar hai nd ,apache chhudii pahan ke nache.. Aja we delhi Ns 125 dwarka airport pe jo meri yamaha R6 ko hara de use pure 50,000 rupaye inam me and haa bachu meri bike ki top speed 251km/hr hai hahahaha price 7.5 lack ab bolo dhua nikla ki nahi hahaha