Comparing the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 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 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure is available at a price on request, while the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP is priced at ₹145,000. On the engine front, the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure comes with a 1,300 cc unit compared to the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP's 164.9 cc, producing 143.4 bhp @ 7750 rpm and 19.2 PS @ 10,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 21 kmpl for the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 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 | Air + liquid cooled | Oil-cooled |
| Displacement | 1,300 cc | 164.9 cc |
| Engine Type | Air Liquid Cooled Two Cylinder Four Stroke Boxer Engine | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, SOHC |
| Power | 143.4 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 19.2 PS @ 10,000 rpm |
| Torque | 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 14.2 Nm @ 8,750 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 12 litres |
| Mileage | 21 kmpl | 45 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 269 | 148 |
| Seat Height | 850 | 800 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Single-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 310 mm Caliper - Front 4 Piston | 270 mm Disc |
| Front Suspension | Central Shock Absorber | Showa Race-Tuned Telescopic Fork |
| Rear Brake | Disc 285 mm Caliper - Rear 2 Piston | 240 mm Disc |
| Rear Suspension | Single-sided Swingarm | Showa Race-Tuned Monoshock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 120/70 - R19 | 90/90 – 17 (Tubeless) |
| Rear Tyre | 170/60 - R17 | 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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| Battery | 12 V / 10 Ah | 12V, 8Ah MF |
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| Cluster | Digital | Fully digital |
| Color Options | Racing red solid paintTriple BlackRacing Blue MetallicAurelius Green Metallic Matte | Racing White |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | (Racing Red) | 2575000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels Triple Black | 2690000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels GS Trophy | 2715000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels Option 719 | 2930000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels | STD | 145000 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 5-speed manual |








