Review: The Stylish TVS Apache RTR 160

January 16, 2011

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TVS Apache RTR 160Although the TVS Apache comes in three variants, the TVS Apache RTR 160 is recognized as the base variant. It is driven by a 159.7cc engine. This bike’s engine generates 15.2Bhp of top power at 8500 rpm with 13.1Nm of maximum torque at 6500 rpm. The positives of this vehicle are soft gear shifting and excellent pick-up.

TVS Apache RTR 160It comes with five speed manual transmission gearbox. This strong engine can deliver an excellent pick-up. It can reach 60 kmph in just about 5.3 seconds. And can reach the top speed of 118 kmph. The wheelbase of the bike is 1300mm. So, it gives good control while driving.

The width of the TVS Apache 160 is 730mm while the length is 1960mm and stands 1050mm tall. It has a ground Clearance of 180mm while the kerb weight is 136kg.

There are four exciting colors to choose from. They are gray, white, yellow and black. Due to these exciting colors, trendy and stylish is how one can describe the bike. Moreover, the black alloy wheels lift the looks of the bike and can make any onlooker envious of the owner.The TVS Apache 160 has a front wheel size of 1.85 X 17” and a rear wheel size of 2.15 X 18”. Both of them come with 90 / 90 X 17” tubeless tyres. This tyre size allows a better grip on the road and the bike can move on with high speeds without losing the firm touch of the ground.

TVS Apache RTR 160There are disc brakes for both the wheels. There are the 270mm front disc brakes while 200mm rear disc brakes. Both the brakes ensure a fast reduction in speed and the bike can be controlled fairly quickly. This is a big plus point as it ensures complete safety to the rider as well as to the commuters.

The TVS Apache 160 has advanced suspension system. It is known as the Poly Shock Absorbers. Be it bumpy roads or rough roads, the Poly Shock Absorbers make life easy while driving on any kind of a surface. However, the extra cost of maintenance is a big negative.

Price Of  TVS Apache RTR 160

Rs 62,500/- (ex-showroom Delhi)

Technical Specifications Of  TVS Apache RTR 160

Engine and transmission
Displacement:    159.70 ccm (9.74 cubic inches)
Engine type:    Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power:    15.00 HP (10.9 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque:    13.10 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression:    9.5:1
Bore x stroke:    62.0 x 52.9 mm (2.4 x 2.1 inches)
Valves per cylinder:    2
Fuel system:    Carburettor. Mikuni BS-26
Fuel control:    SOHC
Ignition:    Digital Ignition
Gearbox:    5-speed
Clutch:    Wet, multiplate
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type:    Double cradle
Front suspension:    Telescopic fork
Rear suspension:    Monoshock
Front tyre dimensions:    90/90-17
Rear tyre dimensions:    100/80-18
Front brakes:    Single disc
Front brakes diameter:    270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear brakes:    Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter:    130 mm (5.1 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:    136.0 kg (299.8 pounds)
Seat height:    790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length:    2,020 mm (79.5 inches)
Wheelbase:    1,300 mm (51.2 inches)
Fuel capacity:    16.00 litres (4.23 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity:    2.50 litres (0.66 gallons)
Starter:    Electric & kick

TVS Apache RTR 160

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{ 12 comments… read them below or add one }

Dhananjay September 10, 2011 at 10:20 am

It was a amazing bike of india. I love this bike

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umesh soni October 5, 2011 at 10:02 am

this is good bike than pulsar

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Davinder saini December 23, 2011 at 11:26 pm

Is apache 160 is better than cbz extreme and pulsar 150?

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mahaboobpasha January 7, 2012 at 9:49 am

Hi this is pasha from Hyderabad……..i Had puchase this apache 160cc…. and i have a good drive with this bike ….this bike pik up is superb……thanks to TVS

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Prakash ch mukhi February 10, 2012 at 5:40 am

Apache 160 is better than all bike .I have good drive on the road & better performance in highspeed.when ride my bike felling very smart & stailish on road. So thanks to all TVS TEAM.

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Madhesan February 26, 2012 at 11:01 am

I LIKE THIS RTR

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Mahesh March 1, 2012 at 12:02 am

hi am going to purchase this rtr 160 back wheel disk breake also i have whether it is good or not

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Sudip ghosh March 3, 2012 at 9:21 am

The apache rtr is amezing
i love this bike this bike
is batter than pulsar

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ABHISHEK VERMA March 17, 2012 at 8:28 am

The apachi rtr is super i love this bike is better then pulsar 180 & CBZ

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amol March 18, 2012 at 4:36 am

i love tvs rtr 160 bik

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vijay March 25, 2012 at 1:02 pm

i like this bike

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nikhil March 29, 2012 at 10:12 am

i love RTR. RTR 160 can easily beat pulsar180.

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