TVS Apache RTX 300 vs Yezdi Adventure: Which One Wins?

TVS recently launched the all new Apache RTX 300 in India at an introductory price of Rs 1,99,000  (ex-showroom Delhi). It is the brand’s first adventure bike and it uses an all-new 300cc liquid-cooled motor along with loads of exciting features. The RTX 300 is available at an introductory price of Rs 1.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). 

It goes up against the only other ADV in the 300cc space - the Yezdi Adventure, which also got an update a few months ago. Here is a detailed specifications comparison between these two adventure bikes:

Engine 

Despite the smaller engine capacity, the TVS Apache RTX 300 manages to push a lot more power than the Yezdi, and even the torque output is pretty close. That said, the Yezdi’s torque comes much earlier down the rev range, which should theoretically make it better off the road. However, we’ll be able to give the verdict on the real-world behaviour of the two bikes only after riding them. 

Underpinnings 

The TVS Apache RTX 300’s modern inverted fork should offer more sophisticated damping on paper. But then again, a well-tuned telescopic fork can also be just as good. Also, the extra wheel travel on the Yezdi Adventure and the fact that it gets a larger 21-inch front, that too spoke wheels should make it a better choice for those looking to often go off-road (spoke wheels can absorb impacts better than alloys). 

The Apache RTX300 is more of a road-biased tourer that still doesn’t shy away from the occasional trail runs. The wider tyre on the Apache should also help it better - be it on the road or on gravel. It’s also tubeless, so it will be able to handle punctures much better than the tubed tyres on the Yezdi Adventure.

Dimensions

The Yezdi Adventure may be a bit heavier, but it manages to be more accessible with a lower seat height, without compromising on ground clearance. In fact, it’s got a bit more clearance than the Apache’s, and this along with the larger fuel tank should make it great for touring.

Features

TVS is well-known to offer excellent features on their bikes, so the Apache RTX300 is no different either. The screen mirroring with full-fledged navigation will be a lot more useful and easy to understand than the turn-by-turn navigation on the Yezdi Adventure. Quickshifter and cruise control will also make life a whole lot easier - both in the city (with quickshifter you don’t have to worry about operating the clutch while shifting) and on the highways (cruise control can sustain a set speed). 

While the Yezdi Adventure has a decent set of rider aids (which are just about enough in our opinion), TVS manages to massively outperform the Yezdi, with multiple levels of electronic aids.  

Price And Verdict

All prices ex-showroom Delhi.

With the introductory pricing of the RTX 300, there is only a Rs 1000 difference between these two adventure motorcycles. If you want better overall performance, loads of features, and will mostly be touring on the highways, then the RTX 300 is the one for you. Those looking for a rugged off-road-friendly adventure bike with all the necessary basics will find the Yezdi Adventure to be the better choice, spec-wise.

Comparisons With Other Rivals:

• If you’re wondering how the Apache RTX300 performs against another adventure bike, the KTM 250 Adventure, check out our detailed specification comparison. 
• Compared to the Suzuki V-Strom SX, the RTX300 gets a whole bunch of fancier features.
• Hardcore off-roaders will appreciate the Hero XPulse 210 more than the Apache RTX300 as it is lighter and has underpinnings specifically for off-road performance.
• Fans of multi-cylinder bikes have only one option in this segment, the Kawasaki Versys-X 300. But it isn't as well-rounded as the Apache RTX300.
• If you're primarily going to be touring on well-paved long highway roads, then you'll find the Bajaj Dominar 400 more appropriate than the Apache RTX300.
• Want to go green but also don't want to compromise much on range? You'll be glad to know the Ultraviolette X-47 costs around as much as the RTX300.
• Comparing the RTX300 and the Honda NX200, the NX200 is more affordable, but a lot less powerful and nowhere nearly as feature-packed.
• All said and done, if you're not really a fan of the TVS Apache RTX300, then buy one of these bikes in the same price segment.