Comparing the Bajaj Dominar 250 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 Bajaj Dominar 250 is available at ₹191,653, while the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP is priced at ₹145,000. On the engine front, the Bajaj Dominar 250 comes with a 248.77 cc unit compared to the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP's 164.9 cc, producing 19.85 kW (27 PS) @ 8,500 rpm and 19.2 PS @ 10,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 35.03 Kmpl for the Bajaj Dominar 250 versus 45 Kmpl for the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP. 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 | Liquid‑cooled | Oil-cooled |
| Displacement | 248.77 cc | 164.9 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, DOHC, 4 valve, Twin Spark, FI | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, SOHC |
| Power | 19.85 kW (27 PS) @ 8,500 rpm | 19.2 PS @ 10,000 rpm |
| Torque | 23.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 14.2 Nm @ 8,750 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13 L | 12 litres |
| Mileage | 35.03 Kmpl | 45 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 180 | 148 |
| Seat Height | 800 | 800 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Single-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | 300 mm Disc with Abs | 270 mm Disc |
| Front Suspension | USD telescopic fork, 43 mm | Showa Race-Tuned Telescopic Fork |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc with Abs | 240 mm Disc |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox mono-shock, 110 mm travel | Showa Race-Tuned Monoshock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80–17 Tubeless | 90/90 – 17 (Tubeless) |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70–17 Tubeless | 130/70 – 17 (Tubeless, Radial) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | Full‑LED with AHO | LED with DRL |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V, 8 Ah VRLA | 12V, 8Ah MF |
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| Cluster | Digital LCD w/ turn-by-turn navigation | Fully digital |
| Color Options | Canyon RedSparkling BlackCitrus Rush | Racing White |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 181460 | STD | 145000 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | 6‑speed manual (w/ slipper clutch) | 5-speed manual |
