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Pulsar N160 vs Apache RTR 160

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Pulsar N160
Price Range

₹1.22 lakh – ₹1.32 lakh

Mileage

47 km/l

Petrol • 3 TrimsOpen model
VS
Apache RTR 160
Price Range

₹1.14 lakh – ₹1.28 lakh

Mileage

47 km/l

Petrol • 8 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“Pulsar N160 and Apache RTR 160 target slightly different buyer priorities while matching each other closely in total value. Choose Pulsar N160 for individual equipment highlights or Apache RTR 160 for ownership discipline.”

Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Pulsar N160

16 PS

14.65 Nm

Apache RTR 160

16 PS

13.85 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Apache RTR 160
Pulsar N160

47 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Apache RTR 160 Standout

47 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Bajaj

Pulsar N160

Listed items₹1,27,660
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹1,27,660
TVS

Apache RTR 160

Listed items₹1,27,660
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹1,27,660
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹8,614(Apache RTR 160 lower)

TD USD Single Seat

164.82 cc • Manual • 47 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹1.25 lakh

RM Drum

159.7 cc • Manual • 47 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹1.16 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Pulsar N160
Apache RTR 160
Engine TypeDiffers
Pulsar N160:164.82 cc
Apache RTR 160:159.7 cc
Max Power
Pulsar N160:16 PS
Apache RTR 160:16 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Pulsar N160:14.65 Nm
Apache RTR 160:13.85 Nm
Transmission Options
Pulsar N160:Manual
Apache RTR 160:Manual
Fuel Options
Pulsar N160:Petrol
Apache RTR 160:Petrol
Claimed Mileage
Pulsar N160:47 km/l
Apache RTR 160:47 km/l
Pulsar N160
Apache RTR 160
SeatingDiffers
Pulsar N160:795 mm
Apache RTR 160:—
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Pulsar N160:165 mm
Apache RTR 160:180 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Pulsar N160:14 litres
Apache RTR 160:12 litres
Body Type
Pulsar N160:Motorcycle
Apache RTR 160:Motorcycle
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

The Pulsar N160 has a published mileage of 47 km/l. The Apache RTR 160 has a published mileage of 47 km/l.