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TVS Apache RTR 310 vs Ducati Monster vs TVS Apache RTR 160 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 310

TVS Apache RTR 310

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 312 cc
  • 35.6 PS
  • ~30 km/l
  • 169 kg

Built on the same base as the BMW G 310 R

Ducati Monster

Ducati Monster2021 on

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 937 cc
  • 111 PS
  • 188 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
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 3101
  4. TVS Apache RTR 1600
  • 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 310180 mm

Head to head

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

Power

TVS Apache RTR 31035.6 PS
Ducati Monster111 PS
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS
Hero Splendor Plus8 PS

Torque

TVS Apache RTR 31028.7 Nm
Ducati Monster93 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm
Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm

Power to weight

TVS Apache RTR 310211 PS/t
Ducati Monster590 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t
Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t

Engine size

TVS Apache RTR 310312 cc
Ducati Monster937 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc
Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc

Fuel average

TVS Apache RTR 31030 km/l
Ducati Monster—
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l
Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l

On a full tank

TVS Apache RTR 310330 km
Ducati Monster—
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km
Hero Splendor Plus637 km

Top speed

TVS Apache RTR 310150 km/h
Ducati Monster230 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h
Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h

Weight

TVS Apache RTR 310169 kg
Ducati Monster188 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
Hero Splendor Plus112 kg

Seat height

TVS Apache RTR 310800 mm
Ducati Monster820 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm
Hero Splendor Plus785 mm

Ground clearance

TVS Apache RTR 310180 mm
Ducati Monster—
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm
Hero Splendor Plus165 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsTVS Apache RTR 310Ducati MonsterTVS Apache RTR 160Hero 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~30 km/l—~45 km/l~65 km/l
Petrol tank11 L14 L12 L9.8 L
On a full tank~330 km—~540 km~637 km
Engine and performance
Engine size312 cc937 cc160 cc97.2 cc
Cylinders1211
CoolingLiquid (radiator)Liquid (radiator)AirAir
Power35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm111 PS @ 9,250 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm8 PS @ 8,000 rpm
Torque28.7 Nm @ 6,650 rpm93 Nm @ 6,500 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Power to weight211 PS / tonne590 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne71 PS / tonne
Top speed150 km/h230 km/h114 km/h87 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed6-speed5-speed4-speed
StartingSelf startSelf startSelf startSelf and kick
Size and weight
Weight169 kg (with fluids)188 kg (with fluids)137 kg (with fluids)112 kg (with fluids)
Seat height800 mm820 mm790 mm785 mm
Ground clearance180 mm—180 mm165 mm
Wheelbase1,358 mm1,474 mm1,300 mm1,236 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 300 / Disc 240Brembo M4.32 320 ×2 / Disc 245Disc 270 / Disc 200Drum / Drum
ABSBoth wheels, works in cornersBoth wheels, works in cornersFront wheelNo (linked brakes)
Tyres (front / back)110/70-17 / 150/60-17120/70-17 / 180/55-1790/90-17 / 110/80-172.75-18 / 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 310—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month
  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, TVS Apache RTR 310 or Ducati Monster?

Ducati Monster makes 111 PS @ 9,250 rpm; TVS Apache RTR 310 makes 35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm.

Which is lighter, TVS Apache RTR 310 or Ducati Monster?

TVS Apache RTR 310 weighs about 169 kg and Ducati Monster about 188 kg, so TVS Apache RTR 310 is easier to push and park.

TVS Apache RTR 310 or Ducati Monster: which should I buy?

Buy TVS Apache RTR 310 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.