TVS

Apache RTR 160

Naked Sports BikePerformance CommuterApache RTRBS6 Phase 2

Starting at: ₹ 1,02,840 - ₹1,27,990 (Ex-Showroom)

Launch Date: 17 September 2026

Available Colors

Racing Red

Overview

The TVS Apache RTR 160 stands as a formidable entry-level performance commuter that elegantly bridges the gap between daily urban usability and track-inspired agility. Cultivating a legacy since its initial release, it caters primarily to college students and young riders who demand a sporty presence without sacrificing fuel economy. In the heavily contested Indian 160cc segment, it directly rivals established segment contenders and popular sporty commuters, maintaining its strong market position through aggressive aesthetics and a robust heritage. For September 2026, the lineup expands with a flagship variant introducing Dual-Channel ABS paired with a Traction Control System (TCS), hazard lamps, and fresh color options.

Specifications

Mileage

47 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

12 L

Engine Displacement

159.7 cc

Top Speed

107 km/h

Max Power/Torque

16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm / 13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm

Transmission Type

5-Speed Manual

Wheels

17-inch Alloy

Fuel Type

Petrol

Body Type

Naked Sports Bike

Braking (Front/Rear)

270 mm Petal Disc / 130 mm Drum or 200 mm Petal Disc

Suspension (Front/Rear)

Telescopic Forks / Monotube Inverted Gas-filled (MIG) Shocks

Wheelbase

1,300 mm

Key Features & Highlights

Features Glide Through Technology (GTT) allowing smooth low-speed urban crawling without needing to constantly modulate the clutch or throttle.
Equipped with three selectable riding modes (Sport, Urban, and Rain) that adapt the engine's power delivery.
Fully digital LCD instrument cluster comes with TVS SmartXonnect integration for turn-by-turn navigation, race telemetry, and call/SMS alerts.
Aggressive beast-inspired LED headlamp featuring signature daytime running lights (DRLs) for enhanced track-style visibility.
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff Chassis optimized through TVS Racing to deliver superior structural rigidity and precise cornering stability.
Racing ergonomics with a 790 mm seat height, accessible 137 kg kerb weight, 180 mm ground clearance, muscular tank for better knee grip, and a forward-biased commanding posture.
Engine utilizes a unique race-derived oversquare architecture with a closed-loop fuel injection system (RT-Fi) for consistent performance.
Built-in low battery indicator that ensure the rider stays constantly informed of the motorcycle's vital status. The Apache 160 features a race-tuned double-barrel exhaust setup.