TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Yamaha R15 V4

Should you buy TVS Apache RTR 160 or Yamaha R15 V4 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. TVS Apache RTR 160 price in Delhi is Rs 120420 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Yamaha R15 V4 price in Delhi is Rs 182300 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Apache RTR 160 makes 16.04 PS and 13.85 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of R15 V4 stand at 18.4 PS and 14.2 Nm respectively. TVS offers the Apache RTR 160 in 7 colours whereas the Yamaha R15 V4 comes in 7 colours. Out of 263 user reviews, R15 V4 scores 4.3 whereas the TVS Apache RTR 160 tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 945 user reviews..TheTVS Apache RTR 160 Mileage is around 47 kmpl, while the Yamaha R15 V4 Mileage is around 55.20 kmpl.

Apache RTR 160 vs R15 V4

Key Highlights	Apache RTR 160	R15 V4
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	55.20 kmpl
Max Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm	18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
Engine Type	SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve

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Basic Information	TVS Apache RTR 160	Yamaha R15 V4
On-Road Price	Rs.1.44 Lakh onwards	Rs.2.15 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	55.20 kmpl
Max Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm	18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
User Rating	4.5 Based on 945 Reviews	4.3 Based on 263 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 4,175 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 5,898 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.11,642 Apache RTR 160 Insurance	Rs.14,950 R15 V4 Insurance
Colours	Racing RedMatte BlueGloss BlackPearl WhiteT Grey	Metallic Red
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
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Basic Information

TVS Apache RTR 160

Yamaha R15 V4

On-Road Price

Rs.1.44 Lakh onwards

Rs.2.15 Lakh onwards

Mileage (Overall)

47 kmpl

55.20 kmpl

Max Power

16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm

18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm

User Rating

4.5

Based on 945 Reviews

4.3

Based on 263 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 4,175

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 5,898

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.11,642
Apache RTR 160 Insurance

Rs.14,950
R15 V4 Insurance

Colours

Racing RedMatte BlueGloss BlackPearl WhiteT Grey

Metallic Red

Brochure

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.	SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Displacement	159.7 cc	155 cc
No. of Cylinders Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.	-	1
Cooling System Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder Refers to the number of intake and exhaust valves present in each cylinder. Most modern petrol bike engines have two or four valves per cylinder.	2	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch Enables the rider to disconnect the engine from the transmission temporarily, allowing for gear changes and neutral operation.	Slipper Clutch	Wet, multiple-disc
Gear Box Indicates the arrangement of gears that transmit power from the engine to the wheels, allowing the rider to adjust speed and torque.	5 Speed	6 Speed
Bore These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	-	58.0 mm
Stroke These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	-	58.7 mm
Compression Ratio Reflects the ratio of the maximum volume in the cylinder (when the piston is at the bottom) to the minimum volume (when the piston is at the top) during the engine cycle. Higher compression ratios generally lead to more efficient combustion.	-	11.6 : 1
Emission Type Specifies the level of emissions produced by the bike, conforming to regulatory standards. Petrol bikes typically adhere to norms like Euro or BS (Bharat Stage) emissions standards.	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque Represents the highest rotational force output by the engine, usually measured in Newton-meters (Nm) or pound-feet (lb-ft). It indicates the engine's pulling power.	13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm	14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Starting Describes how the engine is initiated. Most petrol bikes use electric starters, kick starters, or both, to commence engine operation.	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.

SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve

Displacement

159.7 cc

155 cc

No. of Cylinders

Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.

Cooling System

Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.

Air Cooled

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.	Digital	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	-	Bluetooth
USB Charging Port	No	No
Speedometer Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2ZZJq5skTQ	Digital	Digital
Techometer	Digital	-
Tripmeter Tracks the distance traveled during a specific journey or trip, enabling riders to monitor their mileage for individual rides.	Digital	Digital
Odometer Shows the total distance covered by the bike since its inception, providing a comprehensive record of its usage	Digital	Digital
Additional Features Of Variant This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	(Maximum Speed - Urban/Rain Mode - 97 kmph), (Maximum Power - Urban/Rain Mode - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm), (Maximum Torque - Urban/Rain Mode - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm), Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3/DOT 4, Glide Through Technology	Position light, Side stand engine cut-off switch, Dual horn, Gear position indicator, Shift timing light, VVA indicator, VVA
Seat Type	Single	Split
Body Graphics Refers to the decorative decals or paint schemes on the bike's bodywork, enhancing its visual appeal.	-	Yes
Clock	-	Yes
Passenger Footrest Provides a designated area for the pillion passenger to rest their feet comfortably during rides.	-	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

USB Charging Port

Speedometer

Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2ZZJq5skTQ

Digital

Features and Safety
Mobile Application	-	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Rain,Sports,Urban	Track,Street
Traction Control	-	Yes
Quick Shifter	-	Yes
Additional Features This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	(Maximum Speed - Urban/Rain Mode - 97 kmph), (Maximum Power - Urban/Rain Mode - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm), (Maximum Torque - Urban/Rain Mode - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm), Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3/DOT 4, Glide Through Technology	Position light, Side stand engine cut-off switch, Dual horn, Gear position indicator, Shift timing light, VVA indicator, VVA
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Features and Safety

Mobile Application

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Rain,Sports,Urban

Track,Street

Traction Control

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Performance
City Mileage	-	55.20 kmpl
Highway Mileage	-	60.56 kmpl
Overall Mileage	47 kmpl	60.56 kmpl
Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)	-	6.49 Sec
Roll-ons (40-80 kmph)	-	8.14 Sec
Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)	-	8.08 Sec
Acceleration (0-100 Kmph)	-	13.25 Sec
Braking (60-0 Kmph)	-	18.35 Sec
Braking (80-0 Kmph)	-	32.70 Sec
Braking (100-0 Kmph)	-	53.96 Sec
Top Speed	107 kmph	-
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Performance

City Mileage

55.20 kmpl

Highway Mileage

60.56 kmpl

Overall Mileage

47 kmpl

60.56 kmpl

Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)

6.49 Sec

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	12 L	11 L
Width These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.	730 mm	725 mm
Length	2085 mm	1990 mm
Height	1105 mm	1135 mm
Saddle Height Indicates the distance from the ground to the top surface of the bike's seat, influencing rider comfort and accessibility, especially for shorter or taller individuals.	790 mm	815 mm
Ground Clearance	180 mm	170 mm
Wheelbase	1300 mm	1325 mm
Kerb Weight	137 kg	142 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

12 L

11 L

Width

These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.

730 mm

725 mm

Length

2085 mm

1990 mm

Height

1105 mm

1135 mm

Electricals
Headlight	AHO, LED Headlamp with all time on LED Position Lamp	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED
DRLs	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

AHO, LED Headlamp with all time on LED Position Lamp

LED

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.	270 mm	282 mm
Rear Brake Diameter Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.	130 mm	220 mm

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.

270 mm

282 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.

130 mm

220 mm

Underpinnings
Frame	Double Cradle Synchro STIFF	Deltabox

Underpinnings

Frame

Double Cradle Synchro STIFF

Deltabox

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