TVS Apache RTR 160 Bike Launched: Buckle up, bike fans! The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 hit India’s streets on June 28, 2025, with a sporty new vibe, a race-tuned engine, and awesome fuel savings, starting at ₹1.34 lakh (ex-showroom), per drivespark.com. This street bike, loved by over 6 million riders worldwide, now rocks dual-channel ABS, three ride modes, and a sleek LED headlamp, per tvsmotor.com. It competes with the Bajaj Pulsar N160, Honda SP160, and Hero Xtreme 160R, per bikedekho.com. X users are stoked, calling it “a stylish rocket for city rides,” per post:4. Here’s the scoop on its cool design, peppy performance, tech upgrades, and how to snag one!
Sharp and Sporty Style
The 2025 Apache RTR 160 looks like a speed demon! Its muscular fuel tank, sharp LED headlamp with DRLs, and red alloy wheels scream racing vibes, per carandbike.com. New matte black and pearl white colors with race-inspired graphics make it pop, per drivespark.com. At 2,085 mm long with a 180 mm ground clearance, it’s built for city zips or twisty roads, per autox.com. X users love its “mean, head-turning look,” per post:4. The single-piece seat and split grab rails add comfort and flair for young riders!
Punchy Engine with Great Mileage
This bike’s got guts! The 159.7cc, air-cooled, two-valve engine pumps out 15.82 bhp and 13.85 Nm of torque, paired with a slick 5-speed gearbox, per bikedekho.com. It’s tuned for quick bursts, hitting 107 km/h in Sport mode, while Urban and Rain modes keep it smooth at 97 km/h, per autox.com. With a 13-liter tank, it delivers up to 50 kmpl in mixed conditions, perfect for daily rides, per mrprandco.in. X users say it’s “fast and fuel-smart,” per post:4. It’s a win for thrill-seekers and wallet-watchers!
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Details |
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Price |
₹1.34–₹1.56 lakh (ex-showroom) |
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Engine |
159.7cc, 15.82 bhp, 13.85 Nm |
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Mileage |
45–50 kmpl (user-reported) |
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Transmission |
5-speed manual |
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Weight |
137–138 kg (kerb) |
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Fuel Tank |
13 liters |
Tech That Packs a Punch
The Apache RTR 160 is loaded with cool tech! Its digital LCD console, borrowed from the RTR 160 4V, shows speed, fuel, and trip data, with Bluetooth-enabled SmartXonnect for navigation, call alerts, and ride stats, per tvsmotor.com. Three ride modes—Sport, Urban, and Rain—tweak power and ABS for any road, per bikedekho.com. The dual-channel ABS on top variants ensures safe stops, even on wet streets, per drivespark.com. X users call the display “super handy and modern,” per post:4. It’s like a smartphone on two wheels!
Smooth and Safe Rides
Ride with confidence! The bike’s double cradle frame, telescopic front forks, and gas-charged rear shocks soak up bumps, making city or rough roads a breeze, per 91wheels.com. A 270 mm front disc and 130 mm rear drum (or 200 mm disc on higher trims) with dual-channel ABS offer strong braking, per carandbike.com. At 137 kg, it’s nimble for traffic or curves, per autox.com. X users rave it’s “agile and safe, perfect for new riders,” per post:4. The 790 mm seat height suits most riders, too!
Why It’s a Hot Pick
The Apache RTR 160 shines in the 160cc class, priced lower than the Bajaj Pulsar N160 (₹1.39 lakh) and offering more tech than the Honda SP160, per bikedekho.com. Its 50 kmpl mileage beats the Hero Xtreme 160R’s 45 kmpl, per 91wheels.com. With a legacy of 15 years and 41,386 units sold in June 2025, it’s a fan favorite, per bikedekho.com. X users say it’s “a budget beast with race vibes,” per post:4. Low maintenance and TVS’s wide service network make it a smart buy for 2025!
Tips to Grab Yours
Ready to ride? Here’s the plan, per drivespark.com:
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Book at tvsmotor.com or TVS dealers; deliveries take about 30 days in big cities.
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Test ride to feel the zippy engine and nimble handling.
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Check EMI—around ₹3,000/month for a ₹1.34 lakh loan at 8.5% interest.
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Choose from six variants, like Black Edition (₹1.34 lakh) or Dual Channel ABS (₹1.56 lakh).
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Watch for fakes—stick to TVS’s official site or showrooms.
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Look for festive deals, like ₹5,000 cashback or low down payments, per bikedekho.com. X users suggest “going for the Racing Edition for extra style,” per post:4. With its sporty design, 50 kmpl mileage, and high-tech features, the 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 is a thrill machine. Hit up a TVS dealer and start zooming today!