TVS Apache RTR 160 4V vs Bajaj Pulsar N125

Should you buy TVS Apache RTR 160 4V or Bajaj Pulsar N125 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 4V price in is Rs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar N125 price in is Rs (ex-showroom). The engine in the Apache RTR 160 4V makes 17.55 PS and 14.73 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Pulsar N125 stand at 12 PS and 11 Nm respectively. TVS offers the Apache RTR 160 4V in 8 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar N125 comes in 7 colours. Out of 58 user reviews, Pulsar N125 scores 4.4 whereas the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 1003 user reviews..The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Mileage is around 47.61 kmpl, while the Bajaj Pulsar N125 Mileage is around 58 kmpl.

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Basic Information	TVS Apache RTR 160 4V	Bajaj Pulsar N125	Hero Xtreme 160R 4V
On-Road Price	Rs.1,38,869* Onwards	Rs.1,05,318* Onwards	Rs.1,53,877* Onwards
Mileage (City)	47.61 kmpl	58 kmpl	48 kmpl
Max Power	17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm	12 PS @ 8500 rpm	16.9 PS @ 8500 rpm
User Rating	4.3 Based on TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Reviews	4.4 Based on Bajaj Pulsar N125 Reviews	4.4 Based on Hero Xtreme 160R 4V Reviews
Body Type	Sports Naked Bikes	Sports Naked Bikes	Sports Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 4,012 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 3,030 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 4,462 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.11,550 Apache RTR 160 4V Insurance	Rs.6,291 Pulsar N125 Insurance	Rs.11,916 Xtreme 160R 4V Insurance
Colours	Matte BlackRacing RedMarine BlueGranite GreyPearl WhiteView All Colours	Ebony Black - Cocktail Wine RedEbony Black - Purple FuryPewter Grey-Citrus rushView All Colours	Kevlar BrownNeon Shooting StarStealth BlackView All Colours
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V

Bajaj Pulsar N125

Hero Xtreme 160R 4V

On-Road Price

Rs.1,38,869* Onwards

Rs.1,05,318* Onwards

Rs.1,53,877* Onwards

Mileage (City)

47.61 kmpl

58 kmpl

48 kmpl

Max Power

17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm

12 PS @ 8500 rpm

16.9 PS @ 8500 rpm

User Rating

4.3

Based on TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Reviews

4.4

Based on Bajaj Pulsar N125 Reviews

4.4

Based on Hero Xtreme 160R 4V Reviews

Body Type

Sports Naked Bikes

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 4,012

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 3,030

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 4,462

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.11,550
Apache RTR 160 4V Insurance

Rs.6,291
Pulsar N125 Insurance

Rs.11,916
Xtreme 160R 4V Insurance

Colours

Matte BlackRacing RedMarine BlueGranite GreyPearl WhiteView All Colours

Ebony Black - Cocktail Wine RedEbony Black - Purple FuryPewter Grey-Citrus rushView All Colours

Kevlar BrownNeon Shooting StarStealth BlackView All Colours

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	SI, 4 Stroke, Oil-Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	Air Cooled, Single Spark, 2 Valve	4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled, 4 Valve
Displacement	159.7 cc	124.58 cc	163.2 cc
No. of Cylinders	1	1	1
Cooling System	Air & Oil Cooled	Air Cooled	Air & Oil Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder	4	2	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet, Multi Plate Clutch	Wet Multiplate	Multiplate Wet
Ignition	Electric Start	-	-
Gear Box	5 Speed	5 Speed	5 Speed
Bore	62 mm	54 mm	66.5 mm
Stroke	52.9 mm	54.4 mm	47.0 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	-	10.1:1
Emission Type	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque	14.73 Nm @ 7500 rpm	11 Nm @ 6000 rpm	14.6 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Starting	Self Start Only	Kick and Self Start	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

SI, 4 Stroke, Oil-Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection

Air Cooled, Single Spark, 2 Valve

4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled, 4 Valve

Displacement

159.7 cc

124.58 cc

163.2 cc

No. of Cylinders

Cooling System

Air & Oil Cooled

Air Cooled

Air & Oil Cooled

Features
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	-	Bluetooth	Bluetooth
Navigation	-	-	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	-	Yes	Yes
USB Charging Port	No	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
Techometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
Additional Features Of Variant	(Maximum Speed - Urban/Rain Mode - 103 kmph), (Maximum Power - Urban/Rain Mode - 15.64 PS @ 8600 rpm), (Maximum Torque - Urban/Rain Mode - 14.14 Nm @ 7250 rpm), DOT 3/4 brake fluid	Integrated Starter Generator	Panic Brake Alert
Seat Type	Single	Split	Single
Body Graphics	Yes	Yes	-
Clock	Yes	Yes	Yes
Passenger Footrest	Yes	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	-	Yes	-
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Features

Instrument Console

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Braking Type	-	Combi Brake System	-
Service Due Indicator	-	Yes	-
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Yes	-	Yes
Additional Features	(Maximum Speed - Urban/Rain Mode - 103 kmph), (Maximum Power - Urban/Rain Mode - 15.64 PS @ 8600 rpm), (Maximum Torque - Urban/Rain Mode - 14.14 Nm @ 7250 rpm), DOT 3/4 brake fluid	Integrated Starter Generator	Panic Brake Alert
Real Time Mileage Indicator	-	Yes	-
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Features and Safety

Braking Type

Combi Brake System

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Performance
City Mileage	47.61 kmpl	-	-
Highway Mileage	49.80 kmpl	-	-
Overall Mileage	45 kmpl	58 kmpl	48 kmpl
Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)	6.43 Sec	-	-
Roll-ons (40-80 kmph)	8.71 Sec	-	-
Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)	9.84 Sec	-	-
Acceleration (0-100 Kmph)	18.34 Sec	-	-
Braking (60-0 Kmph)	21.51 Sec	-	-
Braking (80-0 Kmph)	38.36 Sec	-	-
Top Speed	114 kmph	100 kmph	115 kmph
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Performance

City Mileage

47.61 kmpl

Highway Mileage

49.80 kmpl

Overall Mileage

45 kmpl

58 kmpl

48 kmpl

Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)

6.43 Sec

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	12 L	9.5 L	12 L
Width	819 mm	-	793 mm
Length	2035 mm	-	2029 mm
Height	1050 mm	-	1052 mm
Fuel Reserve	-	1.5 L	-
Saddle Height	800 mm	795 mm	795 mm
Ground Clearance	180 mm	198 mm	165 mm
Wheelbase	1357 mm	1295 mm	1333 mm
Kerb Weight	143 kg	125 kg	146 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

12 L

9.5 L

12 L

Width

819 mm

793 mm

Length

2035 mm

2029 mm

Height

1050 mm

1052 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED	LED
DRLs	Yes	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	-	Yes	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter	270 mm	240 mm	276 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	130 mm	130 mm	220 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	28 psi	-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	28 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	28 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	32 psi	-
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

270 mm

240 mm

276 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

130 mm

220 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

28 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

28 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Double cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame	Diamond Frame	Tubular Underbone Diamond Type

Underpinnings

Frame

Double cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame

Diamond Frame

Tubular Underbone Diamond Type

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User Reviews of Comparison

Apache RTR 160 4V
Pulsar N125
Xtreme 160R 4V

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chandan on Feb 03, 2026
5.0
A Perfect Balance of Power and Style.
I chose the Apache RTR 160 Limited Edition for its sporty performance, sharp handling, unique limited-edition looks, good mileage, and reliable TVS build, making it perfect for daily use with a premium feel. Apache RTR 160 Limited Edition so far is smooth and fun it feels responsive with good pickup, confident in city traffic, and stable at higher speeds. The handling is sharp and the overall ride quality is comfortable for daily commuting as well as weekend rides. I would recommend the Apache rtr 160 Limited Edition if you are looking for a bike that fun to ride, reliable, good on mileage, and turns heads with its sporty looks. It is a great all round choice for both daily commuting and weekend rides.
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A
aditya on Feb 01, 2026
4.5
Apache RTR review
According to online review it's the best bike in the segment. I reviewed other bikes in the segment and everybody has their pros and cons but this is the overall best friend and it has been running on the roads were years that's why. Very punchy and comfortable. It's very manuvareble in traffic and the blood through technology is very helpful in the driving also when it comes to I wait as a very good performance. Mileage is pretty good. Yes to anyone in this segment. Even even has an interesting 160 CC segment this is the best way to go for according to me as it as too much features for the price range and it is very much good for this age group.
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nishant on Jan 27, 2026
4.5
My journey of apache rtr 160 4v
Because of double channel abs its effective for mountain and city. It comes with good ground clearance and better seating posture. Also include good mileage during rides. Gear shift are good and overall power is excellent As I said mileage is quite good, compared to other bikes on this segment riding pasture are also good enough. On highways its good as compared to n160. One thing that I recommend front tyre size it might be increased to 100. If you are College going student or a employee you can opt this bike, in city and highways this bike gives you best results and if you have to travel around 80-120 km regular you can look at this side, specially if you are off road riders. This gives you more ground clearance then n160.
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santosh on Jan 20, 2026
5.0
Outstanding performance
Highly praised as a sporty yet practical all-rounder, excelling with its strong, smooth, and powerful engine for its class, agile handling, comfortable ergonomics for city commutes and occasional touring. Excellent features like GTT and slipper clutch, good mileage (around 45 km/l), and overall value, though some mention potential higher maintenance costs and lack of advanced safety like ABS on base models. TVs Apache RTR 160 4v is good performance bike in 160cc segment out standing performance it's looking beautiful.
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sujan on Jan 17, 2026
4.3
Nice bike to have
Service this bike around 8k 9k and turn into new bike and used yourself, short pick up bike, top speed 120 above but service this bike and enjoy performance mileage around 40 to 45 , handling so good, red colour bike, after purchasing 10k service this bike and enjoy powerful bike segment of 160 cc.
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nikhil on Nov 10, 2025
4.2
THE BAJAJ PULSAR N 125
At the time of selection I was curious in selecting one I already had a 150 in my home. bajaj is so reliable. the model is so cunning with heavy fuel economy with just a standard price offering many specification. If you are a new rider the n125 can be the best for you. The seat is not so comfort whereas the steering balance is buttery smooth. easily managed, smooth clutch and a refined engine ..with the Bluetooth connectivity it is always as easy to ride never before Best version of the 125 segment even competitor for the ns125 with my experience it is best to buy the n125 with all these features with a standard pricing leaving some of the features like tachometer, abs, gear indicator,switch lights..rest is worth for money
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kunal on Sep 20, 2025
3.8
Best bike with good milage
The bajaj pulsar is too good bike in the range of this cost with good milage. Seat comfortable and looking also good. Good comfort for daily riding on the Indian roads, highway conditions and traffic. This bike is come in different varieties, colours and varients like neon single seat, cosmetic and minor comfort.
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ashwani on Jun 18, 2025
5.0
Review bajaj pulsar N125 by Ashwini monga.
Pulsar ne itne kam price me bohot aachi bike nikali hai best designing best mileage or lowest price ek perfect combination hai middle class ladko ke liye. Is price range mein itne perfect designing ke sath Koi aur dusri bike is samay market me nhi Hai to Abhi Tak agar aapane koi bike nahin liya to ek bar aap consider kar sakte hain Pulsar N125 cc ki little baby Shark..
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thunchibemo on May 30, 2025
4.5
Rider experience.
The bike is just unique feels different outstands the other boring similar designed bikes really proud 💪👌. The seat's stiff but trust me it can be handled with no problem. And it preety much handles the city traffic situation very smoothly. Would recommend more bikes like this and more upgrades...
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aakash on May 16, 2025
5.0
Bike review
New look is great bike new modern bike and this is very comfortable bike and this price section very good product and mileage is very good 60+ ist fantastic students sports person and daily working condition working bike it's to good bike seat is very comfortable and looking very beautiful... Service and warranty it's to good 👍🏻 thumps up for bajaj for this bike
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A
aman on Jan 24, 2026
4.7
Bike all spaces and details and my own review
They are trusted company hero and they are owned Indian company and there bike are very pocket friendly. I am already you more hero biker and I love it and the extreme 160r 4v is very sporty and aggressive and their features is mind blowing. I love this bike and my dream bike . I ride is very good and I want to get a hero Xtreme 160r 4v and their features their sporty look and aggressive sport look and also their pillion sit is very comfortable and they very budget friendly, they are my dream bike. Yes, I love it they are fast 160cc bike in India best sporty look aggressive sporter and I want this bike best bike in 160cc to power, their duel channel ABS and full tft screen, all navigation turn by turn navigation three mode. I like this all led set up .
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moiz on Nov 13, 2025
4.2
Xtreme bike to have xtreme fun
It was my first bike and being a hero scooter owner I know how reliable hero is and I want to gain experience so I chose xtreme 160r4v because it has good that sporty look with good enough mileage as well as it's a very good beginner friendly bike to learn So I had so much fun riding it it's power to weight ratio it's pickup, mileage every thing is very good the only problem is service even though the bike it self is so good service centre around me are not the best I face many ups and downs when it comes to service but none the less I love riding my bike and I go on Sunday rides Yes, I would definitely recommend someone this bike of they are looking for under budget bike with good milage and for having fun this bike is great to ride in city as well as highway so any begginer would enjoy this bike
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amit on Jul 24, 2025
4.7
Experience is too good
I own this bike since 5 months & i have to say this is the best bike in this segment all the features are so cool and the mileage also superb the breaking are good look wise i have to say that i loved it and the buying experience is seemless hastle free and quick all over you look over this bike int
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somesh on Jun 27, 2025
4.5
Features and design
Hero Xtreme 160r have stylish design, refined engine and impressive fuel efficiency make it an attractive option. It have some modern features like dual ABS channel, wirless connectivity and so more. If you are good looking and economic street fighter Xtreme 160r should definitely be on your shortlist.
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akash on Dec 16, 2024
3.8
Feature of bike
It's not bad. Best two wheeler for boys . The coloring is good and the design. This bike mileage is pretty good also. it's also a hero product. This is a fuel bike. Mileage is good for this kind of bike. If someone want to perches a new bike this is the best choice. And more colours are available in this warient.
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