02 January 2023 06:32
Hi, to answer your question we have to learn a little basics about the science of vibrations-
So, here we go-
Every body in the universe has a natural frequency of vibration. Natural frequency is the frequency at which a body can vibrate freely.
Now in the running engine, piston is moving to and fro in the cylinder, which in a way is providing a vibrating force. Now in the case of Apache this vibrating force matches with the bikes natural frequency in between 4000 & 6000 RPM.
Therefore the bike starts vibrating freely, but when the RPM falls below 4000 or rises above 6000 it doesn’t matches with the bikes natural frequency, so the vibrations disappear. The bike vibrate in any great when the frequency is matched. In the fifth gear the corresponding speed is 50-80 km per hour. The vibrations can be smoothened up while designing the engine by adding balancing weights and a balancer shaft in the engine, but it increases the friction and weight, there by reducing the throttle response and economy, therefore TVS engineers have not included them, the result is superb performance and good fuel economy (my Apache RTR 180 returns mileage of 55 to 60kmpl, trust me).
The remedy –
As wear resistant additive in the engine oil occasionally and stay out of 4000-6000 RPM.
And enjoy the smooth ride.
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02 January 2023 06:32
The TVS Apache RTR 160 returns a mileage of approximately 45 kmpl. The bike is available in 2 variants with the difference being in single and double disc brakes only. It is powered by a 159.7 cc, 1-cylinder engine producing 15.2 BHP and 13.1 NM of torque. The overall weight of the Apache has been kept low, which further helps in quick acceleration and higher economy values. The 5-speed gearbox performs excellent on the motorcycle, making it mileage as well as performance friendly. The bike comes with a huge 16 liter fuel tank and easily covers a 700 km stretch. It gets a price tag of INR 72,344 and INR 74,444 for the single and double disc variant respectively.
2014 TVS Apache RTR 160 - Scarily Fast!
02 January 2023 06:32
The TVS Apache RTR 160 is the best bike among all the option considered above. It comes with a 159.7 cc engine producing 15.2 BHP @ 8,500 rpm and 13.1 NM @ 4,000 rpm. The advantage of full torque at lower rpm makes the bike a fun to ride machine as it effortlessly runs on highways and mountain drives. It comes with a 5-speed gearbox and gets optional double disc model also. The beast eye DRL's are exclusive to the Apache series and looks the best when compared with all the other segment bikes. It comes within a range of INR 72,344-74,344 and gets the most aggressive performance and running dynamics among all.
2014 TVS Apache RTR 160 - Scarily Fast!
02 January 2023 06:32
TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS would be a better option if you do not consider faired bikes to be better than other body types. It comes with the most practical approach in the Indian motorcycle industry, providing the most affordable double channel ABS on a motorcycle. Even the RS200 comes with single channel ABS only. It comes with a 177.4 cc engine producing 17.3 BHP @ 8500 rpm and 15.5 NM @ 6500 rpm. The gearbox is a 5-speed unit and the bike comes with a ground clearance of 165 mm. The best part comes to its weight, which comes out to be 139 kg only. The Pulsar RS200 gets a 165 kg of body weight. The RTR 180 ABS comes with a price tag of INR 87,112 whereas the lesser equipped Pulsar comes with a tag of INR 1,30,000. This makes the RTR 180 ABS a better ride over the RS200.

02 January 2023 06:30
TVS has planned the launch of 3 new products by the end of this year, one of which for sure is the new TVS Apache RTR 200. The 220 and 250 are still considered rumors as TVS will make the 200 cc competitor for a better price tag. It is said to be influenced by the Draken concept and the this time, a bigger set of tyres could be finally seen on an Apache. The RTR 200 would definitely get the ABS option and the twin disc brake availability is also for sure. Things most expected from the bike includes a powerful and refined engine, most probably a liquid cooled and fuel injected unit. It will launch around the festive season.
02 January 2023 06:30
All the models of the famous TVS Apache series are available with kick start option and TVS will most probably continue the same in its upcoming Apache launches. The RTR 160 comes with only 2 variations in total, a model with front disc brake and a model with a front as well as rear disc brake. The bike comes with a 159.7 cc engine, producing 15.2 BHP @ 8,500 rpm and 13.1 NM @ 4,000 rpm. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox and comes with a 16 liter of fuel tank. The bike weighs 137 kg, making it light and fast when compared to others in the segment.
2014 TVS Apache RTR 160 - Scarily Fast!
02 January 2023 06:30
Bajaj Pulsar 200NS is a clear winner out of the Apache RTR 180 and itself. The bike comes with loads of more power from its 199.5 cc engine, making 23.17 BHP whereas the RTR gets a 7 BHP mark only. The maximum torque figure for the Pulsar stays at 18.2 NM whereas the Apache RTR 180 gets a 15.5 NM figure only. With its heavy weight body, the Pulsar still accelerates madly and gets a top speed of 135 kmph, attained much quickly than the Apache's 126 kmph. The bike comes with a better transmission, better road presence and mot importantly, a competitive price tag in its segment.
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02 January 2023 06:29
The best bike in the 160 cc segment is TVS Apache RTR 160. It comes with a much better design than the Honda's traditionally designed Unicorn 160. Also, the RTR produces 15.2 BHP @ 8500 rpm and 13.1 NM @ 4000 rpm. It comes with a 5-speed gearbox and disc brakes for each wheel. Being 137 kg, the bike is light and much more efficient than the Unicorn 160. It comes with low maintenance and when it comes to long life, both the bikes are good at it. You can get an Apache RTR 160 for INR 73,800.
2014 TVS Apache RTR 160 - Scarily Fast!
02 January 2023 06:29
The TVS Apache RTR ABS and Bajaj Pulsar 220F come with the same price tag, making them strict competitors with different specialties and preferences. The TVS Apache RTR should be preferred as it brings better safety and utility features than the Pulsar's bling performance scenario. RTR 180 comes with a 177.4 cc engine producing 17.03 BHP and 15.5 NM of torque. It also brings a relaxed driving position, with a lower seat height than the Pulsar. Twin-channel ABS brakes are included, which increase its responsiveness and safety in less-than-ideal driving situations. The bike comes with aggressive front DRLs and feels better to ride than the other competitor. The power feels more channelized and controllable than the Pulsar 220F.
02 January 2023 06:29
The TVS Apache RTR 200 has been confirmed by the company and they have marked 2 other launches with it, before January 2016. A good news for TVS lovers, the RTR 200 would be the company's flagship model and would be the most powerful RTR till date. Expected to be hard on the competitors, it is expected with the Draken inspired short stroke and more powerful engine, producing approximately 21 BHP and 18 NM of torque. The design of the bike has no ideas till date as nothing has been spotted on the name of RTR series. The bike would surely be a good one as TVS is known for its good quality offerings. It is expected to be with optional ABS and disc brake for each wheel. The gearbox will be 6-speed and performance would not be compromised for sure.
02 January 2023 06:28
The new Apache RTR 160 is the best bike as it comes with better ride quality than the old RTR 160. The bike comes with a 159.7 cc, 1-cylinder, air cooled engine and a 5-speed gearbox. It produces 15.2 BHP @ 8,500 rpm and 13.1 NM @ 4,000 rpm. The front of the bike gets a 270 mm petal disc whereas the rear gets a 200 mm petal disc. The bike is excellent when seen in terms of performance and efficient as it will take a few milliliters more than a liter of fuel to cover 50 km. It is good as a family bike as the rear seat has not been placed very high and the seat height is even kept at 790 mm. The huge 16 liter of fuel tank makes it good for 700 km stretch when full. It comes with a price tag of INR 73,800.
2014 TVS Apache RTR 160 - Scarily Fast!
02 January 2023 06:27
The best bike out of all the above is TVS Apache RTR 180. The bike comes with the most practical safety in the form of dual channel ABS, which makes it the most affordable and practical motorcycle with ABS in India. It gets the power from a 177.4 cc 1-cylinder engine, producing 17.03 BHP @ 8,500 rpm and 15.5 NM @ 6,500 rpm. The bike comes with a 5-speed gearbox and reach 0-60 in just 3.7 seconds. The top speed stays at 124 kmph and it returns a mileage of 40 kmpl. It comes with a signature beast eyebrows at the front, which combined with the pilot lights makes a devil eye impression at night. It comes with a price tag of INR 86,500 and brings the most value for money motorbiking experience with it.
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02 January 2023 06:27
The FZ-16 version 2.0 is a better option for daily college use. It comes with a 149 cc, fuel injected engine which has not just refined the power delivery of the motorcycle but also has increased the mileage considerably. The power production figures comes to be 12.9 BHP and 12.8 NM. The bike returns a mileage of 45+ kmpl and makes it easy on pocket during college life. This does not mean that style gets compromised as the bike comes out with huge tyres for front and back and makes a muscular impression in every ride. The bike comes with a single front disc brake, in which the RTR wins with its twin disc brake, each wheel getting one. The FZ has been priced at INR 79,596.
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02 January 2023 06:27
Suzuki Gixxer is the most frugal and safest bike of all the above mentioned bikes. It comes with excellent running dynamics and exellent braking power also. The bike gets the power from a 154.9 cc, 1-cylinder air cooled engine producing 14.8 BHP and 14 NM of torque. The bike comes with a single disc brake and 5-speed manual gearbox. Hero Hunk even comes with a double disc brake optional model but it is not as responsive as the Suzuki Gixxer. The Gixxer brings a great driving position with its 780 mm of seat height and a raised handlebar. With its 12 liter of fuel tank and excellent mileage, it becomes a show stopper and a powerful competitor of the upper range bikes also. it comes with a price tag of INR 72,199.
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02 January 2023 06:26
The best racing bike out of the both the above bikes is the Yamaha R15 version 2.0. The bike comes with a 149.8 cc, 1-cylinder liquid cooled and fuel injected motor. It produces 16.8 BHP @ 8500 rpm and 15 NM @ 7500 rpm. It comes with a 6-speed gearbox, making it quiet efficient than the competitors. It is having the best in class handling, performance and mileage efficiency. It is aerodynamically much more better then the TVS and also gets a better set of tyres for effective road grip. The bike comes with a price tag of INR 1,14,241 and comes with a twin headlight design, inspired from the bigger members in the R series. Sharp cornering can be easily handled in the Yamaha R15.
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02 January 2023 06:26
TVS Apache 250 is a rumored bike and it is said to be based on the Draken concept, which was showcased at an Auto Expo in India. The bike has not been spotted till date, making its chances of arrival this year next to impossible. The bike would be powered by a race inspired, short stroke engine, which is expected to produce 35+ BHP power figure and 22+ NM torque figure. The k03, code name for the TVS-BMW venture bike is ready and testing in Europe, which means that the k03 can be the real bike and TVS Apache 250 would stay a rumor for more time. You can wait for the end of this year as TVS will surely launch something in the last quarter of 2015.
02 January 2023 06:25
The better bike out of both the above bikes is the TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS. The bike comes with number of features which make it better than the rival Gixxer SF. It comes with a bigger engine, producing much more power than the power generated by Gixxer SF. It comes with a disc brake for the front as well as the rear, making it more safe with its ABS feature being offered. The riding dynamics of both the bikes are excellent and the TVS being more quick and responsive makes itself a better choice over the Gixxer SF. The fully faired design of the Gixxer makes it look like a more expensive bike. The Apache RTR comes with a price tag of INR 86,500 which is only INR 2,500 more than the Gixxer SF. You should go for the ABS enabled RTR 180.
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02 January 2023 06:23
The TVS Apache RTR 160 should be driven below 3000 rpm for the first service interval. After that it should be driven upto the maximum of 5000 rpm for the next service interval. This will maintain the engine components and they will have a long life and durable mileage for the next intervals of service. Avoid sudden acceleration and deceleration, which leads to more fuel consumption than the normal riding. The bike comes with a 159.7 cc engine, producing 15.2 BHP @ 8500 rpm and 13.1 NM @ 4000 rpm. The RTR 160 comes with a double disc option, which makes it one of the safest bikes in the category.
2014 TVS Apache RTR 160 - Scarily Fast!
02 January 2023 06:23
Honda CBR250R is a better and faster bike than the TVS Apache RTR 180. The bike comes with much more power than the TVS rival, producing 26 BHP and 22.9 NM from its 249 cc, liquid cooled motor. The bike comes with a 6-speed gearbox, making it a more flexible runner than the TVS Apache RTR 180. The CBR comes with a 780 mm seat height, making it more comfortable than the Apache RTR 180. The bike comes with nearly the double price of RTR 180 and its ABS version is much more expensive than the STD variant. The CBR250R starts at INR 1,58,000 and goes till INR 1,87,000. These facts declare the Honda made machine as a better and faster option over the TVS Apache.
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02 January 2023 06:22
Suzuki Gixxer is the best bike out of all the above listed bikes. It comes with a 155.9 cc engine, producing 14.6 BHP @ 8000 rpm and 14 NM @ 6000 rpm. The bike is similar to the FZ16, but significantly improves on the limitations of the FZ series. It comes with a much comfortable seat height and width, making it much more comfortable at long rides. It comes at the most effective price for the features packed in itself, making it a real value for money offering. Its fully digital meter matches that of the FZ, but display much more than all its rivals. It has been priced at INR 72,199.
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