TVS Apache RTR 160

The TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at ₹1.12 lakh and goes up to ₹1.27 lakh (ex-showroom). On the other hand, the TVS Apache RTR 160 on road price generally falls between ₹1.26 lakh and ₹1.54 lakh, depending on RTO, variant, insurance, and various other factors. The Apache RTR 160 price places it in direct competition with other motorcycles, such as the Bajaj Pulsar N160, Hero MotoCorp Xtreme 160R, etc.

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The Apache RTR 160 is a sporty commuter bike built to offer both performance and efficiency. It was initially launched in August 2007, and after being on sale for well over a decade and receiving several updates over the years, the Apache RTR 160 received its most comprehensive update in December 2022. As part of the update, the motorcycle got a new LED headlight, graphics, colours, and a redesigned LED taillight. In terms of power, TVS squeezed out a little more performance from the 159.7cc, SI, 4-stroke, air-cooled, SOHC engine, which now makes 16.04hp at 8,750rpm instead of 15.53hp at 8,400rpm. However, the peak torque dropped slightly, from 13.9Nm to 13.85Nm.

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The updated Apache RTR 160 also gets three ride modes: Rain, Urban and Sport. These modes adjust the power delivery as well as the peak outputs, and hence, the top speed differs across modes. The Apache RTR 160 top speed is 107kph in Sport mode, while in Rain and Urban modes, the motorcycle can reach up to 97kph. For reference, the Apache RTR 160 BS6 is almost as quick as the Apache 160 4V and quicker than the Bajaj Pulsar N160 in the run to 60kph and 100kph. This performance is aided not just by the engine, but also by its significantly lower kerb weight of 138kg compared to the bikes mentioned before.

Despite its performance, this TVS bike delivers decent fuel-efficiency. As per ARAI, the Apache RTR 160 mileage is around 61kpl. Currently, the all new Apache RTR 160 BS6 is available in 7 variants: RM Drum (Black Edition), RM Drum, RM Disc, RM Disc BT, Racing Edition, Dual Channel ABS, and Anniversary Edition. 

TVS Apache RTR 160 Specifications

Here are the key Apache RTR 160 specifications:

• Engine type: SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
• Maximum power: 16.04 PS at 8750 rpm in Sport mode and 13.32 PS at 8000 rpm in Rain/Urban mode
• Maximum torque: 13.85 Nm at 7000 rpm in Sport mode and 12.7 Nm at 6500 rpm in Urban/ Rain mode. 
• Maximum speed: 107 kph in Sport mode and 97kph in Urban/ Rain mode.
• Gear box: 5 speed gear box
• Tyre size (F/R): 90/90-17, Tubeless (Front), 110/80-17, Tubeless (Rear)/120/70-17 Tubeless- Disc BT(Rear)
• Fuel tank capacity: 12 liters
• Ground clearance: 180mm
• Height: 1105mm
• Length: 2085mm
• Width: 730mm
• Kerb weight: 137 to 139 (depending on variant)
• Seat height: 790mm
• Wheelbase: 1300mm