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TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Ducati Monster vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V vs Hero Splendor Plus

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
Ducati Monster

Ducati Monster2021 on

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 937 cc
  • 111 PS
  • 188 kg
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 198 cc
  • 20.8 PS
  • ~40 km/l
  • 152 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

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Ducati Monster4
  2. Hero Splendor Plus4
  3. TVS Apache RTR 1601
  4. TVS Apache RTR 200 4V0
  • Most powerDucati Monster111 PS
  • Most pulling powerDucati Monster93 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)Ducati Monster590 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedDucati Monster230 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

TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS
Ducati Monster111 PS
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V20.8 PS
Hero Splendor Plus8 PS

Torque

TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm
Ducati Monster93 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V17.3 Nm
Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm

Power to weight

TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t
Ducati Monster590 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V137 PS/t
Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t

Engine size

TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc
Ducati Monster937 cc
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V198 cc
Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc

Fuel average

TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l
Ducati Monster—
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V40 km/l
Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l

On a full tank

TVS Apache RTR 160540 km
Ducati Monster—
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V480 km
Hero Splendor Plus637 km

Top speed

TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h
Ducati Monster230 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V127 km/h
Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h

Weight

TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
Ducati Monster188 kg
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V152 kg
Hero Splendor Plus112 kg

Seat height

TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm
Ducati Monster820 mm
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V800 mm
Hero Splendor Plus785 mm

Ground clearance

TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm
Ducati Monster—
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V180 mm
Hero Splendor Plus165 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsTVS Apache RTR 160Ducati MonsterTVS Apache RTR 200 4VHero Splendor Plus
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandTVS · IndiaDucati · ItalyTVS · IndiaHero · India
Type of bikeStreetStreetStreetEveryday
Fuel average~45 km/l—~40 km/l~65 km/l
Petrol tank12 L14 L12 L9.8 L
On a full tank~540 km—~480 km~637 km
Engine and performance
Engine size160 cc937 cc198 cc97.2 cc
Cylinders1211
CoolingAirLiquid (radiator)Oil and airAir
Power16 PS @ 8,750 rpm111 PS @ 9,250 rpm20.8 PS @ 9,000 rpm8 PS @ 8,000 rpm
Torque13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm93 Nm @ 6,500 rpm17.3 Nm @ 7,250 rpm8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Power to weight117 PS / tonne590 PS / tonne137 PS / tonne71 PS / tonne
Top speed114 km/h230 km/h127 km/h87 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox5-speed6-speed5-speed4-speed
StartingSelf startSelf startSelf startSelf and kick
Size and weight
Weight137 kg (with fluids)188 kg (with fluids)152 kg (with fluids)112 kg (with fluids)
Seat height790 mm820 mm800 mm785 mm
Ground clearance180 mm—180 mm165 mm
Wheelbase1,300 mm1,474 mm1,353 mm1,236 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 270 / Disc 200Brembo M4.32 320 ×2 / Disc 245Disc 270 / Disc 240Drum / Drum
ABSFront wheelBoth wheels, works in cornersBoth wheelsNo (linked brakes)
Tyres (front / back)90/90-17 / 110/80-17120/70-17 / 180/55-1790/90-17 / 130/70-172.75-18 / 2.75-18

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 200 4V—a month
  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month

Questions people ask

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

Ducati Monster makes 111 PS @ 9,250 rpm; TVS Apache RTR 160 makes 16 PS @ 8,750 rpm.

Which is lighter, TVS Apache RTR 160 or Ducati Monster?

TVS Apache RTR 160 weighs about 137 kg and Ducati Monster about 188 kg, so TVS Apache RTR 160 is easier to push and park.

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

Buy TVS Apache RTR 160 if you care most about most ground clearance. Buy Ducati Monster 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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