How does the engine performance compare between TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth and Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD?

The TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth is equipped with a 159.7 cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm and 13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm, compared to the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD which produces 11.99 PS @ 8500 rpm and 11 Nm @ 7000 rpm from its 124.45 cc engine.

What are the transmission and mileage specifications for TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth and Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD?

The TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth features a Manual gearbox with a claimed mileage of N/A, while Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD features a Manual gearbox with a claimed mileage of N/A.

Side-by-Side

TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth ₹ 1.18 Lakh

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD ₹ 92,182

Head-to-Head Showdown

TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD

Detailed side-by-side comparison of prices, performance, dimensions, and features.

TVS Motor Company

TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth

₹ 1.18 Lakh

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Bajaj Auto

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD

₹ 92,182

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Key Specifications Matrix

159.7 cc

Engine / cc

124.45 cc

16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm

Max Power

11.99 PS @ 8500 rpm

13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm

Torque

11 Nm @ 7000 rpm

Manual

Gearbox

Manual

Disc

Braking / ABS

Combined Braking System

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown

Specification	TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth	Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount	₹ 1.18 Lakh	₹ 92,182
Price Type	Ex-Showroom	Ex-Showroom
Engine
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Capacity	12 Litres	12 Litres
Fuel System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Engine	SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine
Displacement	159.7 cc	124.45 cc
Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm	11.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Torque	13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm	11 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Number of Valves per Cylinder	2	4
Transmission	Slipper Clutch	—
Gear Box	5 Speed	5 speed constant mesh
Drivetrain	X-ring chain	Chain Drive
Riding Modes	Rain,Sports,Urban	—
Start Method	Self Start Only	Kick and Self Start
Maximum Speed	107 kmph	103.29 kmph
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	—
Emission	BS6-2.0	BS6-2.0
Number of Cylinders	—	1
Stroke	—	4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine
Acceleration (0 to 100Km/h)	—	25.85s
Acceleration (0 to 40Km/h)	—	3.28s
Body
Body Type	Sports Bike	Sports Bike
Length	2085 mm	2012 mm
Width	730 mm	810 mm
Seat Height	790 mm	805 mm
Ground Clearance	180 mm	179 mm
Wheelbase	1300 mm	1353 mm
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Tyre Size	Front: 90/90-17, Rear: 120/70-17	Front: 80/100-17, Rear: 100/90-17
Front Suspension	Telescopic forks	Telescopic
Rear Suspension	Monotube Inverted Gas filled shox (MIG) with spring aid	Mono shocks
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	Front: 431.8 mm, Rear: 431.8 mm	Front: 431.8 mm, Rear: 431.8 mm
Frame	Double Cradle Synchro STIFF	Perimeter Frame
Seat Type	Split	Split
Headlight	LED	Halogen
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	Bulb
Passenger Footrest	—	Yes
Safety
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)	Single Channel	—
Front Brake	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Diameter	270 mm	240 mm
Rear Brake	Disc	Drum
Rear Brake Diameter	200 mm	130 mm
Braking System	—	Combined Braking System
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Features
Instrument Console	Digital	Analogue and Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indication	Yes	Yes
Connectivity	Bluetooth	—
Battery
Battery Type	Maintenance Free	VRLA

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Motorcycle Comparison Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions when comparing the TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth and Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD.

The TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth is priced at ₹ 1.18 Lakh, while the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD is priced at ₹ 92,182.

The TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth delivers 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm power and 13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm torque, compared to Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD which outputs 11.99 PS @ 8500 rpm power and 11 Nm @ 7000 rpm torque.

TVS Apache RTR 160 Disc Bluetooth features a Manual gearbox with standard braking, while Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STD comes with a Manual gearbox and standard braking.