Comparing the ATHER 450 Apex and the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the ATHER 450 Apex is available at a price on request, while the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP is priced at ₹145,000. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | — | Oil-cooled |
| Displacement | — | 164.9 cc |
| Engine Type | — | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, SOHC |
| Power | 7.0 kW | 19.2 PS @ 10,000 rpm |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 14.2 Nm @ 8,750 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 12 litres |
| Mileage | — | 45 Kmpl |
| Top Speed (km/h) | 100 | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 111.6 | 148 |
| Seat Height | 780 | 800 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Combined braking system & regenerative braking | Single-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Hydraulically actuated triple-piston calliper disc, 200mm | 270 mm Disc |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks | Showa Race-Tuned Telescopic Fork |
| Rear Brake | Hydraulically actuated single-piston calliper disc, 190mm | 240 mm Disc |
| Rear Suspension | Symmetrically mounted progressive monoshock | Showa Race-Tuned Monoshock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 90/90 - 12 | 90/90 – 17 (Tubeless) |
| Rear Tyre | 100/80 - 12 | 130/70 – 17 (Tubeless, Radial) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | LED with DRL |
Other Specifications |
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| 0–40 km/h (s) | 2.9 | — |
| Anti-Theft / IoT Tracking | Yes | — |
| App Connectivity | Yes | — |
| Battery | 3.7 kWh Lithium-ion | 12V, 8Ah MF |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 3.7 | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | — |
| Battery Warranty (Years) | 5 | — |
| Built-in GPS Navigation | Yes | — |
| Charger Output Power (kW) | 0.7 | — |
| Charging Port Type | Proprietary | — |
| Charging Time (Fast) | 1–1.5h | — |
| Charging Time (Standard) | 5.45 | — |
| Cluster | — | Fully digital |
| Color Options | Indium Blue | Racing White |
| Connectivity Features | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 4G, navigation, call/music control | — |
| Drive Modes | SmartEco, Eco, Ride, Sport, Warp+ | — |
| Fast Charging Supported | Yes | — |
| Final Drive Type | belt | — |
| Fuel System | — | Fuel Injection |
| Ingress Protection (IP Rating) | IP67 | — |
| Motor Power (Continuous, kW) | -0.1 | — |
| Motor Power (Peak, kW) | 7 | — |
| Motor Type | PMSM | — |
| OTA Updates | Yes | — |
| Price Variants | Standard | 189946 | STD | 145000 |
| Range (Claimed, km) | 157 | — |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque (Electric, Nm) | 26 | — |
| Transmission | — | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Warranty (Years) | 3 | — |





