TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Aprilia SXR 160

Should you buy TVS Apache RTR 160 or Aprilia SXR 160 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 Aprilia SXR 160 price in Delhi is Rs 146209 (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 SXR 160 stand at 11.09 PS and 12.13 Nm respectively. TVS offers the Apache RTR 160 in 6 colours whereas the Aprilia SXR 160 comes in 4 colours. Out of 42 user reviews, SXR 160 scores 4.0 whereas the TVS Apache RTR 160 tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 978 user reviews..TheTVS Apache RTR 160 Mileage is around 47 kmpl, while the Aprilia SXR 160 Mileage is around 35 kmpl.

Apache RTR 160 vs SXR 160

Key Highlights	Apache RTR 160	SXR 160
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	35 kmpl
Max Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm	11.09 PS @ 7200 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	-
Engine Type	SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve

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Basic Information	TVS Apache RTR 160	Aprilia SXR 160
On-Road Price	Rs.1.48 Lakh onwards	Rs.1.62 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	35 kmpl
Max Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm	11.09 PS @ 7200 rpm
User Rating	4.5 Based on 978 Reviews	4.0 Based on 42 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	-
EMI Starts	₹ 4,280 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 4,693 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.10,829 Apache RTR 160 Insurance	Rs.4,166 SXR 160 Insurance
Colours	Racing RedMatte BlueGloss BlackPearl WhiteT Grey	BlackBlueRedWhite
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Basic Information

TVS Apache RTR 160

Aprilia SXR 160

On-Road Price

Rs.1.48 Lakh onwards

Rs.1.62 Lakh onwards

Mileage (Overall)

47 kmpl

35 kmpl

Max Power

16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm

11.09 PS @ 7200 rpm

User Rating

4.5

Based on 978 Reviews

4.0

Based on 42 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 4,280

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 4,693

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.10,829
Apache RTR 160 Insurance

Rs.4,166
SXR 160 Insurance

Colours

Racing RedMatte BlueGloss BlackPearl WhiteT Grey

BlackBlueRedWhite

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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	Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve
Displacement	159.7 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	Air 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	3
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	-
Clutch Enables the rider to disconnect the engine from the transmission temporarily, allowing for gear changes and neutral operation.	Slipper Clutch	Self Ventilating Dry - Centrifugal Clutch
Ignition	-	Electronic EMS
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	CVT
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 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.	-	60.6 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.	-	8.8:1
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	12.13 Nm @ 5400 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	Kick and Self Start
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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

Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve

Displacement

159.7 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

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	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	-
Navigation	Yes	-
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
USB Charging Port	No	Yes
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	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.	Glide Through Technology, Maximum Power - (Urabn / Rain) - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban / Rain) - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm, Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, TVS SmartXonnect, Crash Alert Brake Fluid - DOT 4, Max speed Urban/ Rain - 97 kmph	-
Seat Type	Split	Single
Body Graphics Refers to the decorative decals or paint schemes on the bike's bodywork, enhancing its visual appeal.	-	Yes
Clock	-	Yes
Passenger Backrest	-	Yes
Passenger Footrest Provides a designated area for the pillion passenger to rest their feet comfortably during rides.	-	Yes
Carry hook	-	Yes
Underseat storage	-	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

Navigation

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Service Due Indicator	-	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Rain,Sports,Urban	-
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.	Glide Through Technology, Maximum Power - (Urabn / Rain) - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban / Rain) - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm, Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, TVS SmartXonnect, Crash Alert Brake Fluid - DOT 4, Max speed Urban/ Rain - 97 kmph	-
Carry Hook	-	Yes
Real Time Mileage Indicator	-	Yes
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Features and Safety

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Rain,Sports,Urban

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.

Glide Through Technology, Maximum Power - (Urabn / Rain) - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban / Rain) - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm, Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, TVS SmartXonnect, Crash Alert Brake Fluid - DOT 4, Max speed Urban/ Rain - 97 kmph

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Performance
Overall Mileage	47 kmpl	35 kmpl
Top Speed	107 kmph	93 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

47 kmpl

35 kmpl

Top Speed

107 kmph

93 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	12 L	7 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	803 mm
Length	2085 mm	1963 mm
Height	1105 mm	1205 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	-
Ground Clearance	180 mm	-
Wheelbase	1300 mm	1361 mm
Kerb Weight	138 kg	129 kg
Additional Storage	-	Yes
Engine Oil	-	800 ml
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

12 L

7 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

803 mm

Length

2085 mm

1963 mm

Height

1105 mm

1205 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Tail Light	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED
DRLs	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Tail Light

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	220 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.	200 mm	140 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	2.0 kg/cm2 / 29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	2.2 kg/cm2 / 32 psi
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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

220 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.

200 mm

140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Double Cradle Synchro STIFF	Tubular chassis with open single cradle

Underpinnings

Frame

Double Cradle Synchro STIFF

Tubular chassis with open single cradle

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