Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 BS6 vs TVS Apache RTR 180

Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	160.30 cc	177.40 cc
Engine	4 Stroke, SOHC 4 Valve, Oil Cooled, Twin Spark BSVI DTS-i FI engine	4 Stroke
Engine Starting	--	Electric & Kick Start
Fuel System	Fuel injection	--
Cooling System	Oil Cooled	--
Maximum Power	17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm	12.52 kW (17.03 bhp) @8500 rpm
Maximum Torque	14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm	15.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Transmission	--	5 Speed
Top Speed	120 kmph	124 kmph
Battery	12V Full DC MF	--
Headlamp	H4 (12V 55/60W)	--

Overall Mileage

40 kmpl

45 kmpl

Front	100/80-17 tyre	90/90 x 17
Rear	130/70-17 tyre	110/80 x 17
Wheel / RIM	Alloy	--

Front	300 mm Disc	270mm Petal Disc
Rear	230 mm Disc	200mm Petal Disc.
ABS	Dual Channel ABS Braking	--

Front	Telescopic with Anti-friction Bush	Telescopic Forks, 105 mm Stroke
Rear	Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister	Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid

Colors

Pearl Metallic White (2023) Ebony Black (2023) Saffire Blue Wild Red Fossil Grey

White, Black, Grey

Length	2017 mm	2085 mm
Width	803.5 mm	730 mm
Height	1060 mm	1105 mm
Weight	--	139 kg
Kerb Weight	151	--
Wheelbase	1372 mm	1300 mm
Ground Clearance	177 mm	165 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 litres	16 litres

About	The 2023 update of the Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 is a great improvement on an already impressive moto Read More	A motorcycle looks nothing special. Built to appear smaller in size. None may see anything spec Read More
Features	Fuel Tank Upside Down Front Fork	Sculpted Digital Display, have nocturnal blue black lit display & race inspired carbon fibre cues Beast inspired headlamps, a pair of intense animalistic eyes Muscled tank, combat wind resistance & aggressively angled tank RTR engine with 17.03bhp of raw power Muscled engine cowl having aerodynamic razored design & perpetual motion styling Roto petal disc brakes with 270mm of brute force brake power &enhanced heat dissipation Muscled tail cowl of radial race design, lighter-chiselled tail & tricoloured race insignia

Pros	- Robust and responsive 160.3 cc engine offers impressive power and torque. - Upside-down front fork and Nitrox mono shock absorber ensure a smooth and comfortable ride. - Dual-channel ABS system provides enhanced safety during braking. - Offers impressive fuel efficiency with 40 km per litre. - Variety of colour options cater to different aesthetic preferences.	- Powerful 177.4cc engine with 17.03bhp. - Robust braking system with petal disc brakes. - Unique design with muscled tank and cowl. - Impressive features like sculpted digital display. - Decent mileage of 45 km per litre.
Cons	- Top speed of 120 kmph may not satisfy speed enthusiasts. - Limited ground clearance might affect performance on rough terrains. - A 12-litre fuel tank might require frequent refills on longer rides. - The ex-showroom price may be slightly higher compared to competitors in the same segment.	- May not be the best choice for those seeking a purely city commute bike. - Some riders may find the aggressive design a bit too sporty for their taste. - Despite being fuel-efficient for its segment, there are more fuel-efficient bikes in the market.