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Ducati Scrambler Classic vs TVS Apache RTR 160 vs TVS Apache RTR 310

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
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
TVS Apache RTR 310

TVS Apache RTR 310

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 312 cc
  • 35.6 PS
  • ~30 km/l
  • 169 kg

Built on the same base as the BMW G 310 R

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Ducati Scrambler Classic5
  2. TVS Apache RTR 1603
  3. TVS Apache RTR 3100
  • Most powerDucati Scrambler Classic75 PS
  • Most pulling powerDucati Scrambler Classic68 Nm
  • Best fuel averageTVS Apache RTR 160~45 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankTVS Apache RTR 160~540 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t
  • LightestTVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
  • Highest top speedDucati Scrambler Classic200 km/h
  • Lowest seatDucati Scrambler Classic790 mm

Head to head

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

Power

Ducati Scrambler Classic75 PS
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS
TVS Apache RTR 31035.6 PS

Torque

Ducati Scrambler Classic68 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 31028.7 Nm

Power to weight

Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 310211 PS/t

Engine size

Ducati Scrambler Classic803 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc
TVS Apache RTR 310312 cc

Fuel average

Ducati Scrambler Classic—
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 31030 km/l

On a full tank

Ducati Scrambler Classic—
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km
TVS Apache RTR 310330 km

Top speed

Ducati Scrambler Classic200 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 310150 km/h

Weight

Ducati Scrambler Classic172 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
TVS Apache RTR 310169 kg

Seat height

Ducati Scrambler Classic790 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm
TVS Apache RTR 310800 mm

Ground clearance

Ducati Scrambler Classic—
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm
TVS Apache RTR 310180 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsDucati Scrambler ClassicTVS Apache RTR 160TVS Apache RTR 310
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandDucati · ItalyTVS · IndiaTVS · India
Type of bikeClassicStreetStreet
Fuel average—~45 km/l~30 km/l
Petrol tank13.5 L12 L11 L
On a full tank—~540 km~330 km
Engine and performance
Engine size803 cc160 cc312 cc
Cylinders211
CoolingAirAirLiquid (radiator)
Power75 PS @ 8,250 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm
Torque68 Nm @ 5,750 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm28.7 Nm @ 6,650 rpm
Power to weight436 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne211 PS / tonne
Top speed200 km/h114 km/h150 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed5-speed6-speed
StartingSelf startSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight172 kg (dry)137 kg (with fluids)169 kg (with fluids)
Seat height790 mm790 mm800 mm
Ground clearance—180 mm180 mm
Wheelbase1,445 mm1,300 mm1,358 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 330 / Disc 245Disc 270 / Disc 200Disc 300 / Disc 240
ABSBoth wheelsFront wheelBoth wheels, works in corners
Tyres (front / back)110/80-18 / 180/55-1790/90-17 / 110/80-17110/70-17 / 150/60-17

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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  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 310—a month

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, Ducati Scrambler Classic or TVS Apache RTR 160?

Ducati Scrambler Classic makes 75 PS @ 8,250 rpm; TVS Apache RTR 160 makes 16 PS @ 8,750 rpm.

Which is lighter, Ducati Scrambler Classic or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 160 weighs about 137 kg and Ducati Scrambler Classic about 172 kg, so TVS Apache RTR 160 is easier to push and park.

Ducati Scrambler Classic or TVS Apache RTR 160: which should I buy?

Buy Ducati Scrambler Classic if you care most about most power, most pulling power. Buy TVS Apache RTR 160 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.