Comparing the Hero Splendor Plus 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 Hero Splendor Plus is available at ₹74,931, while the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP is priced at ₹145,000. On the engine front, the Hero Splendor Plus comes with a 97.2 cc unit compared to the TVS Apache RTR 165 RP's 164.9 cc, producing 5.9 kW @ 8000 rpm and 19.2 PS @ 10,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 70 Kmpl for the Hero Splendor Plus 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 Cooled | Oil-cooled |
| Displacement | 97.2 cc | 164.9 cc |
| Engine Type | Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, SOHC |
| Power | 5.9 kW @ 8000 rpm | 19.2 PS @ 10,000 rpm |
| Torque | 8.05 N-m @ 6000 rpm | 14.2 Nm @ 8,750 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 9.8 Litre | 12 litres |
| Mileage | 70 Kmpl | 45 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 112 | 148 |
| Seat Height | 785 | 800 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | No | Single-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Drum (130 mm) | 270 mm Disc |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers | Showa Race-Tuned Telescopic Fork |
| Rear Brake | Drum (130 mm) | 240 mm Disc |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm with 5-Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers | Showa Race-Tuned Monoshock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 80/100-18 M/C 47P | 90/90 – 17 (Tubeless) |
| Rear Tyre | 80/100-18 M/C 54P | 130/70 – 17 (Tubeless, Radial) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | 12V 35 / 35W Halogen Bulb MFR | LED with DRL |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | MF Battery, 12V - 3Ah | 12V, 8Ah MF |
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| Cluster | Analogue Instrument Cluster | Fully digital |
| Color Options | Black & Sports RedBlack & BlueBlack & Heavy GreyBlack Red PurpleForce Silver | Racing White |
| Fuel System | Programmed Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 77557 | STD | 145000 |
| Starter | Electric Start | Electric |
| Transmission | 4 - Speed Constant Mesh | 5-speed manual |








