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2025TVS Apache RTR 160

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The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 is an Indian-made sporty commuter with street-racer styling. Its air-cooled 159.7cc single makes 15.8 hp and 14.7 Nm through a five-speed gearbox, for a top speed of about 114 km/h. Sport, Urban and Rain ride modes, ABS, an 800 mm seat and a 12-litre tank are standard.

Capacity
159.7 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Wet weight
144.0 kg
Seat height
800 mm
Power
15.8 HP (11.8 kW) @ 8750 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 26Agility 81Comfort 55Off-road 10Touring 32Road manners 75
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering62%
City riding88%
Daily riding90%
Touring35%
Two-up60%
Track25%
Best for
A sporty urban commuter built for daily city rides, quick errands, and spirited weekend blasts on twisty roads rather than long-distance touring.
Built for
A peppy, nimble Indian street sport bike with ride modes, ABS and eager handling that punches above its modest displacement in the daily grind.
Not ideal for
Not for highway tourers, two-up long trips, track-day speed seekers, or anyone wanting off-road ability or big-bore power.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
159.7 ccm
Power
15.8 HP (11.8 kW) @ 8750 RPM
Torque
14.7 Nm (1.5 kgf-m) @ 7250 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1097 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
62.0 x 52.9 mm
Compression
9.5:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
IDI-Dual mode digital ignition
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet Multi-Plate
Performance
Top speed
114.0 km/h (70.8 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1357 mm
Overall length
2035 mm
Overall width
790 mm
Overall height
1050 mm
Seat height
800 mm
Wet weight
144.0 kg
Fuel capacity
12.00 litres
Ground clearance
180 mm
Reserve fuel capacity
2.50 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Double cradle Split Synchro Stiff
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Monoshock
Front wheel travel
105 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter
270 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. ABS. Optional drum brake.
Rear brakes diameter
200 mm
ABS
Yes
Front tyre
90/90-17
Rear tyre
110/80-17
Other
Color options
Knight Black, Matte Black, Racing Red, Metallic Blue
Comments
Sport, Urban and Rain ride modes. Made in India.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 200820132017202220252026
Capacity 160 cc 160 cc 160 cc 160 cc 160 cc 160 cc
Seat height 790 mm 790 mm 800 mm 800 mm 800 mm 800 mm
Fuel capacity 16 L 16 L 12 L 12 L 12 L 12 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the TVS Apache RTR 160?

The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 has a Capacity of 159.7 ccm (9.75 cubic inches).

What engine power does the TVS Apache RTR 160 have?

The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 has a Power of 15.8 HP (11.8 kW) @ 8750 RPM.

How many gears does the TVS Apache RTR 160 have?

The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the TVS Apache RTR 160?

The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 has a Torque of 14.7 Nm (1.5 kgf-m or 10.8 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM.

How much does the TVS Apache RTR 160 weigh?

The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 has a Wet weight of 144.0 kg (317.5 pounds).

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