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Ducati Scrambler Classic 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 Scrambler Classic

Ducati Scrambler Classic2015–2018

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 803 cc
  • 75 PS
  • 172 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 Scrambler Classic4
  2. Hero Splendor Plus4
  3. TVS Apache RTR 1601
  • Most powerDucati Scrambler Classic75 PS
  • Most pulling powerDucati Scrambler Classic68 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedDucati Scrambler Classic200 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 Scrambler Classic75 PS
Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS

Torque

Ducati Scrambler Classic68 Nm
Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm

Power to weight

Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t
Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t

Engine size

Ducati Scrambler Classic803 cc
Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc

Fuel average

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

On a full tank

Ducati Scrambler Classic—
Hero Splendor Plus637 km
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km

Top speed

Ducati Scrambler Classic200 km/h
Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h

Weight

Ducati Scrambler Classic172 kg
Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg

Seat height

Ducati Scrambler Classic790 mm
Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm

Ground clearance

Ducati Scrambler Classic—
Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsDucati Scrambler ClassicHero 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 bikeClassicEverydayStreet
Fuel average—~65 km/l~45 km/l
Petrol tank13.5 L9.8 L12 L
On a full tank—~637 km~540 km
Engine and performance
Engine size803 cc97.2 cc160 cc
Cylinders211
CoolingAirAirAir
Power75 PS @ 8,250 rpm8 PS @ 8,000 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm
Torque68 Nm @ 5,750 rpm8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Power to weight436 PS / tonne71 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne
Top speed200 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
Weight172 kg (dry)112 kg (with fluids)137 kg (with fluids)
Seat height790 mm785 mm790 mm
Ground clearance—165 mm180 mm
Wheelbase1,445 mm1,236 mm1,300 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 330 / Disc 245Drum / DrumDisc 270 / Disc 200
ABSBoth wheelsNo (linked brakes)Front wheel
Tyres (front / back)110/80-18 / 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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  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, Ducati Scrambler Classic or Hero Splendor Plus?

Ducati Scrambler Classic makes 75 PS @ 8,250 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, Ducati Scrambler Classic or Hero Splendor Plus?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and Ducati Scrambler Classic about 172 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

Ducati Scrambler Classic or Hero Splendor Plus: which should I buy?

Buy Ducati Scrambler Classic 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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