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2015TVS Apache RTR 160

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The 2015 TVS Apache RTR 160 is a sporty Indian street bike. Its air-cooled 159.7cc four-stroke single makes 15 hp at 8,500 rpm and 13.1 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain. An 800 mm seat, 137 kg wet weight and 12-litre tank make it a practical daily ride.

Capacity
159.7 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Wet weight
137.0 kg
Seat height
800 mm
Power
15.0 HP (11.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM
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What’s new for the 2015 TVS Apache RTR 160

vs the 2014
Spec20142015
Power 15.0 HP (11.0 kW) 15.0 HP (11.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM
Torque 13.1 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.7 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM 13.1 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.7 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Seat height 790 mm (31.1 inches) 800 mm (31.5 inches)
Fuel capacity 16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons) 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Rear suspension Monotube inverted gas filled shocks Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake) Single disc. Optional drum
Other years 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 21Agility 72Comfort 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 2015 TVS Apache RTR 160, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 degrees and a slightly forward 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
15.0 HP (11.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM
Torque
13.1 Nm (1.3 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1095 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
62.0 x 52.9 mm
Compression
9.5:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
IDI-Dual mode digital ignition
Valves per cylinder
2
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet Multi-Plate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1300 mm
Overall length
2085 mm
Overall width
730 mm
Overall height
1105 mm
Seat height
800 mm
Wet weight
137.0 kg
Fuel capacity
12.00 litres
Ground clearance
165 mm
Reserve fuel capacity
2.50 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Double Cradle SynchroSTIFF
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid
Front wheel travel
105 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
270 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Optional drum
Rear brakes diameter
200 mm
Front tyre
90/90-17
Rear tyre
110/80-17
Other
Color options
Black, white, grey, red, yellow
Comments
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 200820132015201720222026
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 2015 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 2015 TVS Apache RTR 160 has a Power of 15.0 HP (11.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM.

How many gears does the TVS Apache RTR 160 have?

The 2015 TVS Apache RTR 160 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the TVS Apache RTR 160?

The 2015 TVS Apache RTR 160 has a Torque of 13.1 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.7 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM.

How much does the TVS Apache RTR 160 weigh?

The 2015 TVS Apache RTR 160 has a Wet weight of 137.0 kg (302.0 pounds).

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