TVS Apache RTR 160

TVS has updated the Apache RTR 160 2V with more power, better tech and tyres. Here’s all that’s different between the updated RTR 160 and its predecessor.

TVS Apache RTR 160 Price:

The RTR 160 has been priced at Rs 1,17,790 for the base variant, while the disc brake variant will cost you Rs 1,21,290, which means they see an increase of Rs 4,050 and Rs 4,550 respectively, over its predecessor. The SmartXonnect variant, on the other hand, retails at Rs 1,24,590 (all prices ex-showroom Delhi).

TVS Apache RTR 160 Features:

In its latest iteration, the RTR 160 now gets a new fully digital instrument cluster. The clusters come with three riding modes: Sport, Urban and Rain. They now get voice assist too, a first in the segment. Equipped with TVS’ SmartXonnect, you can connect your smartphone to the motorcycle’s console via Bluetooth, lending access to call and SMS alerts, turn-by-turn navigation and a ton of other data. That said, only the top-of-the-line variant  gets Bluetooth. The Apache RTR 160 also gets Glide Through Traffic technology, which is a low-speed assist that ensures the bike crawls with just the clutch modulation and no throttle is needed. This should be very helpful on traffic-ridden roads. In order to keep costs in check, it features single-channel ABS instead of a dual-channel unit. The bike now also gets a new LED headlight and tail lamp, with a revised headlight cowl.

TVS Apache RTR 160 Engine:

Powering the TVS Apache RTR 160 is a 159.7cc single-cylinder air-cooled, fuel-injected engine. It now makes 16.04PS at 8750rpm and 13.85Nm at 7000rpm, which is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. That means it not only makes 0.51PS more, but also weighs 2kg less than its predecessor. That said, the torque has gone down by 0.05Nm.

TVS Apache RTR 160 Suspension & Brakes:

The Apache RTR 160 2V uses a double cradle “Synchrostiff” frame sprung by a telescopic front fork and twin 5-step preload-adjustable rear gas-charged shock absorbers. Its braking hardware consists of a 270mm front petal disc mated to a rear 130mm drum or 230mm petal disc. TVS has now equipped the bike with a wider 120-section tyre at the rear, while the front one continues to be a 90-section unit. The bikes are offered with single-channel ABS as standard for all the three variants.

TVS Apache RTR 160 Rivals:

The Apache RTR 160 has the Bajaj Pulsar N160, Pulsar 150, Yamaha FZ V3, and Honda XBlade in its crosshairs. That said, you can also go for the Bajaj Avenger Street 160, Aprilia SR160, or the upcoming Bajaj Pulsar N150 in the same price bracket.