TVS Apache RTR 180 vs Bajaj Pulsar 125

Should you buy TVS Apache RTR 180 or Bajaj Pulsar 125 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 180 price in is Rs 1,27,090 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar 125 price in is Rs 92,990 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Apache RTR 180 makes 17.13 PS and 15.5 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Pulsar 125 stand at 12.1 PS and 11.4 Nm respectively. TVS offers the Apache RTR 180 in 3 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar 125 comes in 5 colours.whereas the TVS Apache RTR 180 tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 377 user reviews..The TVS Apache RTR 180 Mileage is around 45 kmpl, while the Bajaj Pulsar 125 Mileage is around 51.46 kmpl.

Apache RTR 180 vs Pulsar 125

Key Highlights	Apache RTR 180	Pulsar 125
Mileage (Overall)	45 kmpl	51.46 kmpl
Max Power	17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm	12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Commuter Bikes
Engine Type	SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected	4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine

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Basic Information	TVS Apache RTR 180	Bajaj Pulsar 125
On-Road Price	Rs.1,48,084* Onwards	Rs.1,06,745* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	45 kmpl	51.46 kmpl
Max Power	17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm	12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm
User Rating	4.3 Based on TVS Apache RTR 180 Reviews	-
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Commuter Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 4,276 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 3,076 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.10,827 Apache RTR 180 Insurance	Rs.6,316 Pulsar 125 Insurance
Colours	Gloss BlackPearl White	Dark Silver and Aqua BlueEbony Black and Cyan BlueEbony Black and Magenta RedFury Red and Light OrangeSaffire Blue and Blue Silver
Brochure	Download Brochure	Brochure not available

Basic Information

TVS Apache RTR 180

Bajaj Pulsar 125

On-Road Price

Rs.1,48,084* Onwards

Rs.1,06,745* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

45 kmpl

51.46 kmpl

Max Power

17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm

12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm

User Rating

4.3

Based on TVS Apache RTR 180 Reviews

Body Type

Commuter Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 4,276

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 3,076

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.10,827
Apache RTR 180 Insurance

Rs.6,316
Pulsar 125 Insurance

Colours

Gloss BlackPearl White

Dark Silver and Aqua BlueEbony Black and Cyan BlueEbony Black and Magenta RedFury Red and Light OrangeSaffire Blue and Blue Silver

Brochure

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected	4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine
Displacement	177.4 cc	124.58 cc
Number Of Cylinders	1	1
Cooling System	Oil Cooled	Air Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	2	2
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet multi plate clutch	Wet Multiplate
Ignition	Electric	DC
Gearbox	5 Speed	5 Speed
Bore	62 mm	56 mm
Stroke	58 mm	50.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	10.05:1
Emission Norm Compliance	bs6.2	bs6.2
Max Torque	15.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm	11.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Starting System	Self Start Only	Kick and Self Start
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected

4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine

Displacement

177.4 cc

124.58 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Oil Cooled

Air Cooled

Features
USB Charging Port	-	Type C (optional)
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Navigation	Yes	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Single	Single
Body Graphics	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	-	Yes
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Features

USB Charging Port

Type C (optional)

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Navigation

Features and Safety
Braking Type	Anti-lock Braking System	Combi Brake System
Mobile Application	Yes	-
Service Due Indicator	Yes	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Rain,Sports,Urban	-
Additional Features/Information	Glide Through Technology	Horn - Single Clip-On Handlebar with Casted Components
Real Time Mileage Indicator	-	Yes
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Features and Safety

Braking Type

Anti-lock Braking System

Combi Brake System

Mobile Application

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Performance
City Mileage (Tested)	-	51.46 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)	-	57 kmpl
Overall Mileage	45 kmpl	51.46 kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	113 kmph	99 kmph

Performance

City Mileage (Tested)

51.46 kmpl

Highway Mileage (Tested)

57 kmpl

Overall Mileage

45 kmpl

51.46 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

113 kmph

99 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 L	11 L
Width	730 mm	755 mm
Length	2085 mm	2055 mm
Height	1105 mm	1060 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	2 L	-
Ground Clearance	180 mm	184 mm
Wheelbase	1326 mm	1320 mm
Kerb Weight	140 kg	131 kg
Gross Weight	-	294 kg
Seat height	790 mm	795 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

12 L

11 L

Width

730 mm

755 mm

Length

2085 mm

2055 mm

Height

1105 mm

1060 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	Bulb
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	-
Projector Headlight	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	-	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pilot Lamps	-	Yes
Alternator	Yes	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Indicators

LED

Bulb

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	270 mm	260 mm
Rear Brake Size	200 mm	130 mm
Tyre Brand	Eurogrip	-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	25 psi	25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	25 psi	25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	28 psi	28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	32 psi	32 psi
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

270 mm

260 mm

Rear Brake Size

200 mm

130 mm

Tyre Brand

Eurogrip

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

25 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Double Cradle Synchro Stiff	Double-cradle

Underpinnings

Frame

Double Cradle Synchro Stiff

Double-cradle

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

TVS Apache RTR 180
- Value for money
- Bluetooth connectivity is a great addition
- Sharp handling, changes directions quickly
Bajaj Pulsar 125
- Smooth and lively engine
- Great feature list

TVS Apache RTR 180
- Engine could have been more refined
- Doesn’t get dual-channel ABS even as an option
- Lack of feel from the brake lever is quite evident
Bajaj Pulsar 125
- Stiff rear suspension
- Single-channel ABS not given in any variant

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User Reviews of Comparison

S
sudarshan on Aug 18, 2026
5.0
beat choice
Mast bike hai, sport bike hai, racing bike hai, family ke liye bhi acha bike hai. Sab chiz bike ka mast hai, seat bhi, mileage bhi, comfortable bhi, sab chiz acha hai. Look bhi, driving experience bhi mast hai. Colour bhi mast hai. I love RTR 180, mera favourite bike hai ride ke liye. Mujhe bachpan se ye bike pasand hai.
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denzil on Jul 09, 2026
4.5
Blend of both style and practicality
RTR 180 and 160 2V both may not feel so comfortable at first and it require some time to get used to over long urban commutes. Good for touring as well, best with speeds upto 80-90 kmph and vibrates a lot after that. Decent mileage. Easy on pocket ownership cost. Became more affordable post GST 2.0. Go for it if you are looking for a motorcycle that is simple yet sporty.
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S
samriddh on Jun 05, 2026
3.7
Apache RTR 180
It feels torn out when it goes above 75 kmph but it has good pickup and it has very good riding posture and the bike is best for highways because it does not wobble on high speed and has very good stability. It has many cons and many pros depend on the usage and different perspectives for different users and different age group. It is best for youth because it gives very good mileage so overall this is a positive review. Yeah, For sure, I recommend this bike because it has decent look and good performance in a decent price range with the branding of TVS and I am using this bike from 2012 and till now my bikes engine has opened only 1 time and I have completed 75000 kms from this bike and I'm very satisfied.
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2 2
M
mukesh on Feb 07, 2026
4.5
Best and worth it according to looks style and performance.
This bike is best for the college students as well as working professionals me and my brother using this bike and it seems efficient and worth it and I have a good experience for this bike really loved it and I would also appreciate the design of this bike, which is sporty and this one is the best choice for the students and loved the mileage of this bike after some part time job anyone can maintain this bike in a proper way and I am loving it.
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2 5
N
nishant on Jul 17, 2025
5.0
Awesome bike
Awesome bike on ride with good stylish . I love to ride on roading and off roading both .I am the bike rider of Apache since 2015 and my experience was awesome with it . I love to ride every moment with it . Specially its pick and road performance is awesome. The good bike produced by TVS . I will buy again TVS bike after it
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6 3
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FAQs on TVS Apache RTR 180 and Bajaj Pulsar 125

Q) Which bike among TVS Apache RTR 180 and Bajaj Pulsar 125 is cheaper?

A) TVS Apache RTR 180 price starts at Rs 1,27,090 & Bajaj Pulsar 125 price starts at Rs 92,990 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar 125 is cheaper between these.

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