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TVS Apache RTR 200 4V vs Yamaha MT-15 V2 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 200 4V

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 198 cc
  • 20.8 PS
  • ~40 km/l
  • 152 kg
Yamaha MT-15 V2Earlier version in photo

Yamaha MT-15 V2

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 155 cc
  • 18.4 PS
  • ~45 km/l
  • 141 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. TVS Apache RTR 200 4V4
  2. Hero Splendor Plus4
  3. Yamaha MT-15 V21
  • Most powerTVS Apache RTR 200 4V20.8 PS
  • Most pulling powerTVS Apache RTR 200 4V17.3 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)TVS Apache RTR 200 4V137 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedYamaha MT-15 V2130 km/h
  • Lowest seatHero Splendor Plus785 mm
  • Most ground clearanceTVS Apache RTR 200 4V180 mm

Head to head

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

Power

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V20.8 PS
Yamaha MT-15 V218.4 PS
Hero Splendor Plus8 PS

Torque

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V17.3 Nm
Yamaha MT-15 V214.1 Nm
Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm

Power to weight

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V137 PS/t
Yamaha MT-15 V2130 PS/t
Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t

Engine size

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V198 cc
Yamaha MT-15 V2155 cc
Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc

Fuel average

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V40 km/l
Yamaha MT-15 V245 km/l
Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l

On a full tank

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V480 km
Yamaha MT-15 V2450 km
Hero Splendor Plus637 km

Top speed

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V127 km/h
Yamaha MT-15 V2130 km/h
Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h

Weight

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V152 kg
Yamaha MT-15 V2141 kg
Hero Splendor Plus112 kg

Seat height

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V800 mm
Yamaha MT-15 V2810 mm
Hero Splendor Plus785 mm

Ground clearance

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V180 mm
Yamaha MT-15 V2170 mm
Hero Splendor Plus165 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsTVS Apache RTR 200 4VYamaha MT-15 V2Hero Splendor Plus
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandTVS · IndiaYamaha · JapanHero · India
Type of bikeStreetStreetEveryday
Fuel average~40 km/l~45 km/l~65 km/l
Petrol tank12 L10 L9.8 L
On a full tank~480 km~450 km~637 km
Engine and performance
Engine size198 cc155 cc97.2 cc
Cylinders111
CoolingOil and airLiquid (radiator)Air
Power20.8 PS @ 9,000 rpm18.4 PS @ 10,000 rpm8 PS @ 8,000 rpm
Torque17.3 Nm @ 7,250 rpm14.1 Nm @ 7,500 rpm8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Power to weight137 PS / tonne130 PS / tonne71 PS / tonne
Top speed127 km/h130 km/h87 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox5-speed6-speed4-speed
StartingSelf startSelf startSelf and kick
Size and weight
Weight152 kg (with fluids)141 kg (with fluids)112 kg (with fluids)
Seat height800 mm810 mm785 mm
Ground clearance180 mm170 mm165 mm
Wheelbase1,353 mm1,335 mm1,236 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 270 / Disc 240Disc 282 / Disc 220Drum / Drum
ABSBoth wheelsBoth wheelsNo (linked brakes)
Tyres (front / back)90/90-17 / 130/70-17100/80-17 / 140/70-172.75-18 / 2.75-18
Suspension (front / back)—Upside-down fork / Monoshock—

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 200 4V—a month
  • Yamaha MT-15 V2—a month
  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V or Yamaha MT-15 V2?

Yamaha MT-15 V2 does around 45 km per litre against about 40 km/l for TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V or Yamaha MT-15 V2?

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V makes 20.8 PS @ 9,000 rpm; Yamaha MT-15 V2 makes 18.4 PS @ 10,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V or Yamaha MT-15 V2?

Yamaha MT-15 V2 weighs about 141 kg and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V about 152 kg, so Yamaha MT-15 V2 is easier to push and park.

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V or Yamaha MT-15 V2: which should I buy?

Buy TVS Apache RTR 200 4V if you care most about most power, most pulling power. Buy Yamaha MT-15 V2 if highest top speed 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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