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Ducati Monster vs Hero Splendor Plus vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

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Ducati Monster

Ducati Monster2021 on

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 937 cc
  • 111 PS
  • 188 kg
Hero Splendor Plus

Hero Splendor Plus

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 97.2 cc
  • 8 PS
  • ~65 km/l
  • 112 kg

One of the best-selling motorcycles in the world

TVS Apache RTR 160Earlier version in photo

TVS Apache RTR 160

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 160 cc
  • 16 PS
  • ~45 km/l
  • 137 kg

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Ducati Monster4
  2. Hero Splendor Plus4
  3. TVS Apache RTR 1601
  • Most powerDucati Monster111 PS
  • Most pulling powerDucati Monster93 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)Ducati Monster590 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedDucati Monster230 km/h
  • Lowest seatHero Splendor Plus785 mm
  • Most ground clearanceTVS Apache RTR 160180 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Ducati Monster111 PS
Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS

Torque

Ducati Monster93 Nm
Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm

Power to weight

Ducati Monster590 PS/t
Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t

Engine size

Ducati Monster937 cc
Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc

Fuel average

Ducati Monster—
Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l

On a full tank

Ducati Monster—
Hero Splendor Plus637 km
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km

Top speed

Ducati Monster230 km/h
Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h

Weight

Ducati Monster188 kg
Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg

Seat height

Ducati Monster820 mm
Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm

Ground clearance

Ducati Monster—
Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsDucati MonsterHero Splendor PlusTVS Apache RTR 160
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandDucati · ItalyHero · IndiaTVS · India
Type of bikeStreetEverydayStreet
Fuel average—~65 km/l~45 km/l
Petrol tank14 L9.8 L12 L
On a full tank—~637 km~540 km
Engine and performance
Engine size937 cc97.2 cc160 cc
Cylinders211
CoolingLiquid (radiator)AirAir
Power111 PS @ 9,250 rpm8 PS @ 8,000 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm
Torque93 Nm @ 6,500 rpm8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Power to weight590 PS / tonne71 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne
Top speed230 km/h87 km/h114 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed4-speed5-speed
StartingSelf startSelf and kickSelf start
Size and weight
Weight188 kg (with fluids)112 kg (with fluids)137 kg (with fluids)
Seat height820 mm785 mm790 mm
Ground clearance—165 mm180 mm
Wheelbase1,474 mm1,236 mm1,300 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Brembo M4.32 320 ×2 / Disc 245Drum / DrumDisc 270 / Disc 200
ABSBoth wheels, works in cornersNo (linked brakes)Front wheel
Tyres (front / back)120/70-17 / 180/55-172.75-18 / 2.75-1890/90-17 / 110/80-17

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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What will petrol cost you?

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  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, Ducati Monster or Hero Splendor Plus?

Ducati Monster makes 111 PS @ 9,250 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, Ducati Monster or Hero Splendor Plus?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and Ducati Monster about 188 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

Ducati Monster or Hero Splendor Plus: which should I buy?

Buy Ducati Monster if you care most about most power, most pulling power. Buy Hero Splendor Plus if best fuel average, goes furthest on a tank matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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