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TVS Apache RTR 165 RP vs Jawa 42 2.1
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Key Specifications Matrix
164.9 cc
Engine / cc
293 cc
19.2 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Power
27.33 PS
14.2 Nm @ 8750 rpm
Torque
27.02 Nm
Manual
Gearbox
Manual
Disc
Braking / ABS
Disc
Full Technical Specifications
Comprehensive Breakdown| Specification | TVS Apache RTR 165 RP | Jawa 42 2.1 |
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| Pricing & Availability | ||
| Price Amount | ₹ 1.45 Lakh | ₹ 1.62 Lakh |
| Price Type | Ex-Showroom | Ex-Showroom |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel | Petrol |
Petrol |
| Fuel Capacity | 12 Litres |
14 Litres |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection |
Fuel Injection |
| Engine | SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection |
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC |
| Displacement | 164.9 cc |
293 cc |
| Power | 19.2 PS @ 10000 rpm |
27.33 PS |
| Torque | 14.2 Nm @ 8750 rpm |
27.02 Nm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
1 |
| Number of Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
4 |
| Transmission | Wet multi plate RT slipper clutch |
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| Gear Box | 5 Speed |
6 Speed |
| Drivetrain | Chain Drive |
Chain Drive |
| Start Method | Self Start Only |
Self Start Only |
| Acceleration (0 to 100Km/h) | 15.16s |
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| Maximum Speed | 123 kmpph |
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| Cooling System | Oil Cooled |
Liquid Cooled |
| Emission | BS6-2.0 |
BS6-2.0 |
| Bore | — | 76 mm |
| Stroke | — | Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC |
| Body | ||
| Body Type | Sports Bike |
Cruiser Bike |
| Length | 2035 mm |
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| Width | 790 mm |
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| Seat Height | 800 mm |
765 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm |
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| Wheelbase | 1357 mm |
1369 mm |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless |
Tube |
| Tyre Size | Front: 90/90-17, Rear: 130/70 R17 |
Front : 90/90-18, Rear : 120/80-17 |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | — |
| Front Suspension | Showa Race tuned Mono Shock |
Telescopic Hydraulic Fork |
| Rear Suspension | Showa Race tuned Telescopic Forks |
Gas Canister - Twin shock hydraulic |
| Wheel Type | Alloy |
Spoke |
| Wheel Size | Front: 431.8 mm, Rear: 431.8 mm |
Front : 457.2 mm, Rear : 431.8 mm |
| Frame | Double cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame |
Double Cradle |
| Seat Type | Split |
Single |
| Passenger Footrest | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED |
Halogen |
| Taillight | LED |
Bulb |
| Indicators | LED |
Bulb |
| Body Graphics | Yes | — |
| Kerb Weight | — | 172 kg |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Single Channel |
Dual Channel |
| Front Brake | Disc |
Disc |
| Front Brake Diameter | 270 mm |
280 mm |
| Rear Brake | Disc |
Disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter | 240 mm |
280 mm |
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| Features | ||
| Instrument Console | Digital |
Analogue and Digital |
| Speedometer | Digital |
Analogue |
| Odometer | Digital |
Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
— |
| Tripmeter | Digital |
— |
| Clock | Digital |
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| Low Fuel Indication | Yes | — |
| Pass Light Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Type | Maintenance Free |
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| Low Battery Indicator | — | Yes |
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Motorcycle Comparison Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions when comparing the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP and Jawa 42 2.1.
The TVS Apache RTR 165 RP is priced at ₹ 1.45 Lakh, while the Jawa 42 2.1 is priced at ₹ 1.62 Lakh.
The TVS Apache RTR 165 RP delivers 19.2 PS @ 10000 rpm power and 14.2 Nm @ 8750 rpm torque, compared to Jawa 42 2.1 which outputs 27.33 PS power and 27.02 Nm torque.
TVS Apache RTR 165 RP features a Manual gearbox with standard braking, while Jawa 42 2.1 comes with a Manual gearbox and standard braking.
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