Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the TVS Apache RTR 310 side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available at ₹148,813, while the TVS Apache RTR 310 is priced at ₹249,990. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with a 160.3 cc unit compared to the TVS Apache RTR 310's 312.2 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 35 Kmpl for the TVS Apache RTR 310. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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| Cooling System | Oil-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 160.3 cc | 312.2 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | Single Cylinder,4 Stroke, Fuel Injected, Liquid Cooled, Spark Ignited Engine |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 27.1 PS @ 7500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 11 litres |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 35 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 169 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 800 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Dual-channel ABS with cornering ABS |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Disc |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | 41 mm USD KYB fork, fully adjustable |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Disc |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | Solid Die-Cast Aluminium Swingarm directly hinged monoshocks, pre-load adjustable |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 110/70 - 17 (Michelin Road 5) |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 150/60 - 17 (Michelin Road 5) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | H4 Blue Tinge (12V 55/60W), With AHO (Auto Headlamps On) | Adaptive Bi-LED headlamp |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA | 12V, 8AH |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | 5-inch TFT SmartXonnect with Ride Modes, Bluetooth, Navigation, GoPro, etc. |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Arsenal BlackFury YellowSepang BlueFiery RedAnniversary Edition |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | Arsenal Black Base Without Quickshifter | 222740 Fury Yellow Base | 239890 Arsenal Black Base | 239890 Fiery Red Base | 244490 BTO 1 | 275000 BTO 2 | 285000 Limited Edition | 288190 |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start Only |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual with bi-directional quickshifter |











