Bike comparison

Hero Splendor Plus vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

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

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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

Bajaj Pulsar NS200

Bajaj Pulsar NS200

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 199.5 cc
  • 24.5 PS
  • ~35 km/l
  • 159 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

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Hero Splendor Plus4
  2. Bajaj Pulsar NS2004
  3. TVS Apache RTR 1601
  • Most powerBajaj Pulsar NS20024.5 PS
  • Most pulling powerBajaj Pulsar NS20018.7 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)Bajaj Pulsar NS200154 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedBajaj Pulsar NS200136 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

Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
Bajaj Pulsar NS20024.5 PS
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS

Torque

Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
Bajaj Pulsar NS20018.7 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm

Power to weight

Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
Bajaj Pulsar NS200154 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t

Engine size

Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
Bajaj Pulsar NS200199.5 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc

Fuel average

Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l
Bajaj Pulsar NS20035 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l

On a full tank

Hero Splendor Plus637 km
Bajaj Pulsar NS200420 km
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km

Top speed

Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
Bajaj Pulsar NS200136 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h

Weight

Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
Bajaj Pulsar NS200159 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg

Seat height

Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
Bajaj Pulsar NS200805 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm

Ground clearance

Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
Bajaj Pulsar NS200168 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsHero Splendor PlusBajaj Pulsar NS200TVS Apache RTR 160
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandHero · IndiaBajaj · IndiaTVS · India
Type of bikeEverydayStreetStreet
Fuel average~65 km/l~35 km/l~45 km/l
Petrol tank9.8 L12 L12 L
On a full tank~637 km~420 km~540 km
Engine and performance
Engine size97.2 cc199.5 cc160 cc
Cylinders111
CoolingAirLiquid (radiator)Air
Power8 PS @ 8,000 rpm24.5 PS @ 9,750 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm
Torque8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm18.7 Nm @ 8,000 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Power to weight71 PS / tonne154 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne
Top speed87 km/h136 km/h114 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox4-speed6-speed5-speed
StartingSelf and kickSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight112 kg (with fluids)159 kg (with fluids)137 kg (with fluids)
Seat height785 mm805 mm790 mm
Ground clearance165 mm168 mm180 mm
Wheelbase1,236 mm1,363 mm1,300 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Drum / DrumDisc 300 / Disc 230Disc 270 / Disc 200
ABSNo (linked brakes)Both wheelsFront wheel
Tyres (front / back)2.75-18 / 2.75-18100/80-17 / 130/70-1790/90-17 / 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?

Enter how far you ride and today's petrol price.

  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month
  • Bajaj Pulsar NS200—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, Hero Splendor Plus or Bajaj Pulsar NS200?

Hero Splendor Plus does around 65 km per litre against about 35 km/l for Bajaj Pulsar NS200, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, Hero Splendor Plus or Bajaj Pulsar NS200?

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 makes 24.5 PS @ 9,750 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, Hero Splendor Plus or Bajaj Pulsar NS200?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and Bajaj Pulsar NS200 about 159 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

Hero Splendor Plus or Bajaj Pulsar NS200: which should I buy?

Buy Hero Splendor Plus if you care most about best fuel average, goes furthest on a tank. Buy Bajaj Pulsar NS200 if most power, most pulling power 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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