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Honda CG 125S vs TVS Apache RTR 160

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

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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. TVS Apache RTR 1603
  2. Honda CG 125S2
  • Best fuel averageTVS Apache RTR 160~45 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankTVS Apache RTR 160~540 km
  • LightestHonda CG 125S108 kg
  • Lowest seatHonda CG 125S765 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.

Engine size

Honda CG 125S124.1 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc

Fuel average

Honda CG 125S40 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l

On a full tank

Honda CG 125S368 km
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km

Weight

Honda CG 125S108 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg

Seat height

Honda CG 125S765 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm

Ground clearance

Honda CG 125S133 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsHonda CG 125STVS Apache RTR 160
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanRs 286,900Not sold new in Pakistan
BrandHonda · JapanTVS · India
Type of bikeEverydayStreet
Fuel average~40 km/l~45 km/l
Petrol tank9.2 L12 L
On a full tank~368 km~540 km
Engine and performance
Engine size124.1 cc160 cc
Cylinders11
CoolingAirAir
Power—16 PS @ 8,750 rpm
Torque—13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Power to weight—117 PS / tonne
Top speed—114 km/h
Fuel system—Fuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox5-speed5-speed
Starting—Self start
Size and weight
Weight108 kg (dry)137 kg (with fluids)
Seat height765 mm790 mm
Ground clearance133 mm180 mm
Wheelbase—1,300 mm
Length × width × height1,912 × 727 × 1,029 mm—
ColoursRed, Black—
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)—Disc 270 / Disc 200
ABS—Front wheel
Tyres (front / back)2.50 – 18 (38P) / 3.00 – 17 (50P)90/90-17 / 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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  • Honda CG 125S—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, Honda CG 125S or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 160 does around 45 km per litre against about 40 km/l for Honda CG 125S, in normal riding.

Which is lighter, Honda CG 125S or TVS Apache RTR 160?

Honda CG 125S weighs about 108 kg and TVS Apache RTR 160 about 137 kg, so Honda CG 125S is easier to push and park.

Honda CG 125S or TVS Apache RTR 160: which should I buy?

Buy Honda CG 125S if you care most about lightest, lowest seat. 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.