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Apache RTR 160 4V Variants & Prices

₹ 1,16,491ex-showroom · last updated 2026

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Engine
159.7cc
Power
17.31bhp
Mileage
41.4kmpl
Weight
144kg
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02 / Variants

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V All Variants and Prices (2026)

For 2026, TVS trimmed the Apache RTR 160 4V from a complex 9-variant lineup to a clean three-tier structure. All three variants now include projector LED headlamp, full LED lighting, and an assist & slipper clutch as standard - features that were premium extras in the previous generation.

Single Channel ABS - Rs 1,25,440 (ex-showroom, Delhi) The entry point gets a conventional telescopic front fork, LCD instrument cluster, projector LED headlamp with LED DRLs, and single-channel ABS. Despite being the base variant, it's a well-equipped motorcycle at this price - the projector headlamp and slipper clutch additions for 2026 make it meaningfully better than the previous generation's entry-level spec. Suitable if your budget is firm and your riding is primarily city commuting.

Dual Channel ABS with USD - Rs 1,30,690 (ex-showroom, Delhi) The sweet spot. For Rs 5,250 more than the base, you get two significant upgrades: 37mm USD front forks (a substantial handling and comfort improvement on broken Indian roads) and dual-channel ABS with RLP. Adjustable brake and clutch levers are also added. This is the variant most buyers should choose - the hardware delta over the base justifies the premium clearly.

USD with TFT - Rs 1,37,440 (ex-showroom, Delhi) The flagship adds a 5-inch colour TFT display with TVS SmartXonnect Bluetooth connectivity (turn-by-turn navigation, call alerts, trip analytics), traction control, Voice Assist, and the full three-mode ride mode system (Sport/Urban/Rain) with mode-linked ABS calibration. The TFT is bright and clearly legible in direct sunlight. For Rs 6,750 more than the mid-variant, it's good value if you want connected features and traction control.

SpecApache RTR 160 4V Single Disc ABSApache RTR 160 4V Single Disc ABS - Black EditionApache RTR 160 4V Dual Disc - ABSApache RTR 160 4V Dual Disc - ABS - BluetoothApache RTR 160 4V Special EditionApache RTR 160 4V Single Channel ABS [2026]Apache RTR 160 4V Dual Channel ABSApache RTR 160 4V Dual Channel ABS with USD [2026]Apache RTR 160 4V Dual Channel ABS - USD ForksApache RTR 160 4V TFT ClusterApache RTR 160 4V USD with TFT [2026]Apache RTR 160 4V Anniversary Special Edition
Price₹ 1,16,491₹ 1,17,272₹ 1,19,695₹ 1,22,738₹ 1,25,211₹ 1,26,063₹ 1,26,471₹ 1,26,561₹ 1,29,866₹ 1,37,521₹ 1,38,282₹ 1,38,683
Engine159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc159.7 cc
Max Power17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp17.31 bhp
Mileage (ARAI)41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl41.4 kmpl
ABSSingle Channel ABSSingle Channel ABSSingle Channel ABSSingle Channel ABSSingle Channel ABSSingle Channel ABSDual Channel ABSDual Channel ABSDual Channel ABSDual Channel ABSDual Channel ABSDual Channel ABS
WheelsAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloy
Start TypeSelf StartSelf StartSelf StartSelf StartSelf StartSelf StartSelf StartSelf StartSelf StartSelf StartSelf StartSelf Start
TyresTubelessTubelessTubelessTubelessTubelessTubelessTubelessTubelessTubelessTubelessTubelessTubeless
Colours313322131331

Our recommendation: Dual Channel ABS with USD at Rs 1,30,690. The USD fork and dual-channel ABS are hardware upgrades that genuinely improve real-world safety and ride quality - not cosmetic or feature-sheet additions. The Rs 6,750 gap to the TFT variant is harder to justify unless you specifically want Bluetooth navigation or traction control.

One caution on the base variant: single-channel ABS only protects the front wheel. In an emergency rear-brake-heavy stop (a common instinct on Indian roads), the rear wheel can still lock. For a performance-oriented 160cc ridden with any aggression, dual-channel ABS is the safer choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

QHow many variants does TVS Apache RTR 160 4V come in?▾
The 2026 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is available in three variants: Single Channel ABS (Rs 1,25,440), Dual Channel ABS with USD (Rs 1,30,690), and USD with TFT (Rs 1,37,440). TVS simplified the lineup from the previous 9-variant structure in the 2026 update.
QWhat is the difference between the base and top variant of TVS Apache RTR 160 4V?▾
The base Single Channel ABS (Rs 1,25,440) gets telescopic forks, LCD cluster, and single-channel ABS. The top USD with TFT (Rs 1,37,440) adds 37mm USD forks, a 5-inch colour TFT display, Bluetooth connectivity, traction control, and three ride modes (Sport/Urban/Rain). The Rs 12,000 difference buys significant hardware and feature upgrades.
QWhich TVS Apache RTR 160 4V variant offers the best value for money?▾
The Dual Channel ABS with USD at Rs 1,30,690 offers the best value. For Rs 5,250 more than the base, you get 37mm USD forks and dual-channel ABS - two genuine safety and ride quality upgrades. The TFT variant at Rs 1,37,440 is worth considering only if you specifically need Bluetooth navigation or traction control.
QDoes the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V get dual-channel ABS on all variants?▾
No - only the Dual Channel ABS with USD (Rs 1,30,690) and USD with TFT (Rs 1,37,440) have dual-channel ABS. The base Single Channel ABS (Rs 1,25,440) only has front-wheel ABS, leaving the rear wheel without ABS protection in an emergency braking situation.