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TVS Apache RTR 310 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS160

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

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
Bajaj Pulsar NS160

Bajaj Pulsar NS160

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 160 cc
  • 17.2 PS
  • ~40 km/l
  • 152 kg

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. TVS Apache RTR 3105
  2. TVS Apache RTR 1604
  3. Bajaj Pulsar NS1600
  • Most powerTVS Apache RTR 31035.6 PS
  • Most pulling powerTVS Apache RTR 31028.7 Nm
  • Best fuel averageTVS Apache RTR 160~45 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankTVS Apache RTR 160~540 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)TVS Apache RTR 310211 PS/t
  • LightestTVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
  • Highest top speedTVS Apache RTR 310150 km/h
  • Lowest seatTVS Apache RTR 160790 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
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS
Bajaj Pulsar NS16017.2 PS

Torque

TVS Apache RTR 31028.7 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm
Bajaj Pulsar NS16014.6 Nm

Power to weight

TVS Apache RTR 310211 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t
Bajaj Pulsar NS160113 PS/t

Engine size

TVS Apache RTR 310312 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc
Bajaj Pulsar NS160160 cc

Fuel average

TVS Apache RTR 31030 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l
Bajaj Pulsar NS16040 km/l

On a full tank

TVS Apache RTR 310330 km
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km
Bajaj Pulsar NS160480 km

Top speed

TVS Apache RTR 310150 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h
Bajaj Pulsar NS160125 km/h

Weight

TVS Apache RTR 310169 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
Bajaj Pulsar NS160152 kg

Seat height

TVS Apache RTR 310800 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm
Bajaj Pulsar NS160805 mm

Ground clearance

TVS Apache RTR 310180 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm
Bajaj Pulsar NS160176 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsTVS Apache RTR 310TVS Apache RTR 160Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandTVS · IndiaTVS · IndiaBajaj · India
Type of bikeStreetStreetStreet
Fuel average~30 km/l~45 km/l~40 km/l
Petrol tank11 L12 L12 L
On a full tank~330 km~540 km~480 km
Engine and performance
Engine size312 cc160 cc160 cc
Cylinders111
CoolingLiquid (radiator)AirOil and air
Power35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm17.2 PS @ 9,250 rpm
Torque28.7 Nm @ 6,650 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
Power to weight211 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne113 PS / tonne
Top speed150 km/h114 km/h125 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed5-speed5-speed
StartingSelf startSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight169 kg (with fluids)137 kg (with fluids)152 kg (with fluids)
Seat height800 mm790 mm805 mm
Ground clearance180 mm180 mm176 mm
Wheelbase1,358 mm1,300 mm1,372 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 300 / Disc 240Disc 270 / Disc 200Disc 300 / Disc 230
ABSBoth wheels, works in cornersFront wheelBoth wheels
Tyres (front / back)110/70-17 / 150/60-1790/90-17 / 110/80-17100/80-17 / 130/70-17

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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  • TVS Apache RTR 310—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month
  • Bajaj Pulsar NS160—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, TVS Apache RTR 310 or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 160 does around 45 km per litre against about 30 km/l for TVS Apache RTR 310, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, TVS Apache RTR 310 or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 310 makes 35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm; TVS Apache RTR 160 makes 16 PS @ 8,750 rpm.

Which is lighter, TVS Apache RTR 310 or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 160 weighs about 137 kg and TVS Apache RTR 310 about 169 kg, so TVS Apache RTR 160 is easier to push and park.

TVS Apache RTR 310 or TVS Apache RTR 160: which should I buy?

Buy TVS Apache RTR 310 if you care most about most power, most pulling power. 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.

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