Comparing the Kawasaki Z900 and the TVS Apache RTR 180 side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kawasaki Z900 is available at a price on request, while the TVS Apache RTR 180 is priced at ₹135,000. On the engine front, the Kawasaki Z900 comes with a 948cc unit compared to the TVS Apache RTR 180's 177.4 cc, producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm and 17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.83 for the Kawasaki Z900 versus 45 for the TVS Apache RTR 180. 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 | 948cc | 177.4 cc |
| Engine Type | Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SI, fuel-injected |
| Power | 125 PS @ 9500 rpm | 17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm |
| Torque | 98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm | 15.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17L | 12 L |
| Mileage | 20.83 | 45 |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 212 | 140 |
| Seat Height | 830 | 790 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel | Single-channel ABS (Super-Moto) |
| Front Brake | Disc, 300 mm, 4 piston caliper | 270 mm dia Petal Disc |
| Front Suspension | Ø41 mm Inverted Fork with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/120 mm | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Brake | Disc, 250 mm, 1 piston caliper | 200 mm dia Petal Disc |
| Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/140 mm | Monotube inverted gas-filled shock (MIG) with spring aid |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | Front - 120/70 - ZR17 | 90/90–17 tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | Rear - 180/55 - ZR17 | 120/70–17 tubeless |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy wheels |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | Triple-pod LED (dual low beam + single high beam) | Halogen HS1 35/35 W with AHO + LED position lamp |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12V, 8.6ah, MF (Maintenance-Free) | 12 V, 6 Ah MF |
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| Cluster | — | Digital console with SmartXonnect (Bluetooth, ride modes, GTT) |
| Color Options | Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Flat Spark BlackCandy Lime Green/Metallic Carbon Gray | Gloss BlackPearl White |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Standard | 999000 | Dual channel ABS | Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray / Metallic Flat Spark Black | Candy Lime Green / Metallic Carbon Gray | Disc | 125590 Limited Edition | 128490 |
| Starter | Self start | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed manual | 5-speed manual gearbox |







