Yamaha CT1B 175 vs TVS RTR 180 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha CT1B 175stacks up against the TVS RTR 180. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha CT1B 175TVS RTR 180
Model year19702016
Price
Engine175 cc180 cc
Horsepower16 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight110 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.25-16

Yamaha CT1B 175 vs TVS RTR 180 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha CT1B 175 and the TVS RTR 180 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha CT1B 175 brings 16 hp, while the TVS RTR 180 counters with its own power figure at 110 kg.

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: