Ex-Showroom Price
| 2-Wheeler Type | Sports Commuter |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 159.7 cc |
| Maximum Power | 15.2 Bhp @ 8500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 13.1 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Number of Gears | 5 |
| Seat Height | 790 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 137 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 litres |
Pros
- Good Looks
- Powerful Engine
- Good Value for Money
- Vast Service Network
Cons
- Lack of 6th Gear
Colour Options and Price in India | |
| Bike Variant | 2017 TVS Apache RTR 160 Matte Blue (Rear Disc) |
| Availability Status in India | Discontinued |
| 2-Wheeler Type | Sports Commuter |
| Latest Price in India | 2017 TVS Apache RTR 160 Matte Blue (Rear Disc) price was Rs 78,900 before being discontinued. |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Colour Options | Matte Blue |
| Official Tagline | True Blue Racer |
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW | |
| Design | |
| Performance | |
| Comfort | |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Features | |
| Build Quality | |
| Value for Money | |
| Should You Buy It? | Apache RTR 160 Matt Blue is for those who believe in more practicality and least amount of shiny stuff. One should consider looking at Yamaha FZ, Suzuki Gixxer and Honda CB Hornet before making a decision. |
| Vehicle Overview | Apache RTR 160 Matt Blue is finished in Matt Blue shade with identical stickers as the regular version. It carries TVS Remora tyres instead of the normal ones while engines and performance remains exactly the same. Apache RTR 160 comes with a 159.7cc engine producing 15.2 BHP of power and 13.1 Nm of torque. It rivals Yamaha FZS, Suzuki Gixxer and Honda CB Hornet around its performance and price segment. |
ENGINE AND GEARBOX | |
| Engine Details | 159.7cc, 4-stroke, Single cylinder |
| Fuel System | UCAL BS-26 |
| Cooling | Air Cooling |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 159.7 cc |
| Maximum Power | 15.2 Bhp @ 8500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 13.1 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Ignition | IDI-Dual mode digital ignition |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Bore | 62 mm |
| Stroke | 52.9 mm |
| Idling Speed | 1400 +/-200 rpm |
| Number of Gears | 5 |
| Clutch | Wet, Multi Plate |
| Primary Reduction Ratio | 65/21 |
| Final Reduction Ratio | 3.385 |
BRAKES AND TYRES | |
| Front Brake | 270mm Petal Disc |
| Rear Brake | 200mm Petal Disc |
| Front Tyre | 90/90 R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 110/80 R17 |
| Wheel Type | Alloys |
| Tubeless Tyres | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
PERFORMANCE FIGURES | |
| 0-60 kmph | 4.8 secs |
| 0-100 kmph | 17.7 secs |
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS | |
| Key Features | Matt Shade, Rear Disc Brake, Large Fuel Tank, Low Seat Height, Tubeless Tyres, Electric Starter |
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS | |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Forks, 105 mm Stroke |
| Rear Suspension | Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid |
| Frame (Chassis) | Double Cradle SynchroSTIFF |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | |
| Overall Length | 2085 mm |
| Overall Width | 730 mm |
| Overall Height | 1105 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm |
| Seat Height | 790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1300 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 137 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 litres |
| Maximum Payload | 130 kg |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES | |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Analog |
| Trip Meter | Digital |
| Odometer | Digital |
| Clock | Digital |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital |
BATTERY AND LIGHTING | |
| Pass Light | |
| Battery Type | Maintenance Free |
| Capacity | 9.0 Ah |
| Voltage | 12V |
| Head Light | 12V 35/35W Halogen HS1, Clear lens with MFR |
COMFORT FEATURES | |
| Electric Start | |
| Pillion Footrest | |
| Step-up Seat/Split Seat | |
TVS Apache RTR 160 Matte Blue (Rear Disc) Review
Quick Review by Maxabout Team
One of the most glamorous offerings from TVS, the Apache RTR 150 Matte Blue is known to be born with a racing gene. With an air-cooled 160 cc engine at its heart, the bike talks speed and utmost comfort. It competes in the market with the likes of Yamaha FZ, Suzuki Gixxer and Honda CB Hornet.
Coming to the design specifications, the beast inspired headlamps with an AHO feature gives the bike an aggressive stance while the engine cowl gets an aerodynamic razored design. The sleek LED tail lamps look fierce while the muscled tail cowl looks impressive. Powering the TVS Apache RTR 160 Matte Blue is a 159.7cc, 4-stroke, Single cylinder engine capable of churning out a maximum power of 15.2 Bhp @ 8500 rpm and an utmost torque of 13.1 Nm @ 4000 rpm. The engine is mated to the 5-speed gearbox. The race inspired engine offers faster pick up and allows the rider to handle the higher speed well.
The suspension duties are handled by telescopic forks at the front with a 105 mm stroke and the rear wheel gets a Monotube Inverted Gas-filled Shox (MIG) with spring aid. The TVS Apache RTR 160 Matte Blue gets a 270mm Petal Disc brake at the front and a 200mm Petal Disc brake at the rear. The race-inspired instrument console gets all the digital ratios with an analogue tachometer. The larger fuel tank of 16 litres allows you to avoid fuel reruns and a low saddle height allows maximum comfort. The claimed top-speed of the bike is 118 kmph and it is known to cover 0-60 kmph in just a duration of 4.8 seconds. With a mileage of 40 kmpl, the TVS Apache RTR 160 is one of the most sought-after bikes from the brand.
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User Reviews for TVS Apache (2017)
Its a very reliable, no headache bike. just enough for city traffic acceleration and braking are immaculate. rebored at 75K. smooth if maintained periodically
2010 Model Apace RTR 160
Buy it and enjoy your ride without any tension and service your bike, change your engine oil in time.
Best Features: In high speed u can off your engine kill switch and then you turn on the switch your bike automatically start
Pros: Wonderfull bike just one word wonderful you can take over with any 160 Or 150 bike except V3.
Cons: Vibration is too much in high speed
TVS Apache RTR 180 Matt Blue is a nice bike
I like the bike most because of its color and acceleration and mind blowing brakes. And the bike is simply the best one from 78 bikes I have ridden. There is nothing more to say on this bike because its the best bike.
Best Features: Acceleration
Pros: Abs & acceleration
Cons: City average
Amazing bike from TVS
Apache is my beloved bike. Specially model of 2016, Just one word, Happy and acceptable bike. And my personal opinion is for those who love Apache RTR, than you should guys try to encourage this company because there are competitor in market, but Apache RTR is the best engineering of TVS company.
Best Features: Instrument cluster, aerodynamic scopes, ABS, roto petal disc, Superb synchronized racing Chassé for better control in 140 kmph speed. Good for money value.
Pros: First thing is it's aggressive look, and Superb performance in its segment, amazing and stylish aggressive look, mostly in this matte blue edition I believe this is best rear happy bike in india.
Cons: Nothing to compromise in 2016 year model