TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTS-i (2016)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the TVS Apache RTR 180 ABSstacks up against the Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTS-i. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS | Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTS-i |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 | 2010 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 177 cc | 179 cc |
| Horsepower | 17 hp | 17 hp |
| Torque | 16 Nm | 14 Nm |
| Weight | 130 kg | — |
| Seat height | 32 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 3.2 L | 4.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | — |
| Front brakes | Single disc. ABS | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 90/90-17 / 110/80-17 | 90/90-17 / 120/80-17 |
TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTS-i — which should you buy?
Picking between the TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS and the Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTS-i usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS brings 17 hp in a 130 kg package, while the Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTS-i counters with 17 hp.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: