Comparing the BMW R 1300 GS and the TVS Apache RTR 160 side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW R 1300 GS is available at a price on request, while the TVS Apache RTR 160 is priced at ₹121,003. On the engine front, the BMW R 1300 GS comes with a 1,300 cc unit compared to the TVS Apache RTR 160's 159.7 cc, producing 145.48 bhp @ 7750 rpm and 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.83 kmpl for the BMW R 1300 GS versus 47 for the TVS Apache RTR 160. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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| Cooling System | Air and liquid-cooled | Air-cooled (2V) |
| Displacement | 1,300 cc | 159.7 cc |
| Engine Type | Two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine | SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection |
| Power | 145.48 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm |
| Torque | 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 12 litres |
| Mileage | 20.83 kmpl | 47 |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 237 | 137 |
| Seat Height | 850 | 790 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Single/Dual-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Twin disc brake, semi-floating brake discs, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper | 270 mm Disc |
| Front Suspension | Central Shock Absorber | Upside Down Forks with 37mm dia |
| Rear Brake | Single disc brake, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | 130 mm Disc / Drum |
| Rear Suspension | Single-sided Swingarm | Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 120/70 - R19 | 90/90 – 17 (Tubeless) |
| Rear Tyre | 170/60 - R17 | 110/80 – 17 (Tubeless) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy wheels |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | Halogen HS1 35/35W with LED DRL |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V / 10 Ah | 12V, 6Ah MF |
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| Cluster | Digital | Digital |
| Color Options | Light whiteBlack Storm MetallicRacing Blue MetallicAurelius Green Metallic | Matte BlackMatte BluePearl WhiteGlossy BlackT GreyRacing RedAnniversary Edition |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Triple Black | 2200000 Trophy | 2225000 Option 719 Tramuntana | 2425000 | RM Drum Black Edition | 112190 RM Drum | 113340 RM Disc | 116540 RM Disc BT | 119640 Racing Edition | 120940 Dual Channel ABS | 123990 Limited Edition | 126650 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 5-speed manual |











