Bike comparison

Hero Splendor Plus vs TVS Apache RTR 160 vs BMW S 1000 RR

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

free, no sign-up
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
BMW S 1000 RREarlier version in photo

BMW S 1000 RR2023 on

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 999 cc
  • 210 PS
  • 197 kg

ShiftCam variable valve timing

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Hero Splendor Plus4
  2. BMW S 1000 RR4
  3. TVS Apache RTR 1601
  • Most powerBMW S 1000 RR210 PS
  • Most pulling powerBMW S 1000 RR113 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)BMW S 1000 RR1066 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedBMW S 1000 RR303 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
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS
BMW S 1000 RR210 PS

Torque

Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm
BMW S 1000 RR113 Nm

Power to weight

Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t
BMW S 1000 RR1,066 PS/t

Engine size

Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc
BMW S 1000 RR999 cc

Fuel average

Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l
BMW S 1000 RR—

On a full tank

Hero Splendor Plus637 km
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km
BMW S 1000 RR—

Top speed

Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h
BMW S 1000 RR303 km/h

Weight

Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
BMW S 1000 RR197 kg

Seat height

Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm
BMW S 1000 RR832 mm

Ground clearance

Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm
BMW S 1000 RR—

Full specifications

Full specificationsHero Splendor PlusTVS Apache RTR 160BMW S 1000 RR
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandHero · IndiaTVS · IndiaBMW Motorrad · Germany
Type of bikeEverydayStreetSports
Fuel average~65 km/l~45 km/l—
Petrol tank9.8 L12 L16.5 L
On a full tank~637 km~540 km—
Engine and performance
Engine size97.2 cc160 cc999 cc
Cylinders114
CoolingAirAirLiquid (radiator)
Power8 PS @ 8,000 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm210 PS @ 13,750 rpm
Torque8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm113 Nm @ 11,000 rpm
Power to weight71 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne1066 PS / tonne
Top speed87 km/h114 km/h303 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox4-speed5-speed6-speed
StartingSelf and kickSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight112 kg (with fluids)137 kg (with fluids)197 kg (with fluids)
Seat height785 mm790 mm832 mm
Ground clearance165 mm180 mm—
Wheelbase1,236 mm1,300 mm1,457 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Drum / DrumDisc 270 / Disc 200Disc 320 ×2 / Disc 220
ABSNo (linked brakes)Front wheelBoth wheels, works in corners
Tyres (front / back)2.75-18 / 2.75-1890/90-17 / 110/80-17120/70-17 / 190/55-17

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.

free, no sign-up

What will petrol cost you?

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

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

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Apache RTR 160?

Hero Splendor Plus does around 65 km per litre against about 45 km/l for TVS Apache RTR 160, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 160 makes 16 PS @ 8,750 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Apache RTR 160?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and TVS Apache RTR 160 about 137 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Apache RTR 160: which should I buy?

Buy Hero Splendor Plus if you care most about best fuel average, goes furthest on a tank. Buy TVS Apache RTR 160 if most ground clearance matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

Compare Hero Splendor Plus with

What riders in Pakistan compare most, and a few famous rivalries from around the world.

Every brand

Tap a brand to see its bikes.

Photo credits

Pick a bike

free, no sign-up

Ask us on WhatsApp

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.