The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is extremely popular in the Indian market due to its affordable price, advanced technology, and stylish design. If you’re planning to purchase it, here’s some great news. Under the new GST 2.0 rules, which will come into effect today, September 22, 2025, the GST rate on motorcycles with engine capacity less than 350cc has been reduced from 28% to 18%. This makes the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, a favorite among young people, even more affordable. Let’s take a closer look at the new and used prices of this motorcycle.

Engine, Performance, and Mileage

This bike comes with a BS6 Phase 2 159.7cc 4-valve O3C engine. This engine produces 17.55 PS of power and 14.73 Nm of torque. The bike has a 5-speed gearbox that provides a smooth ride. It’s one of the most powerful bikes in the 160cc segment, offering a racing-like experience.

ARAI-certified, the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V boasts an impressive fuel economy of 47.61 kmpl. However, in real life, its fuel efficiency ranges between 30-35 kmpl, which is quite good considering its sporty nature.

Features and Specifications

This bike is equipped with the same technology as its bigger brother, the RTR 200 4V. It features a new LED headlight design, giving it an aggressive and modern look. It has three ride modes (Sport, Urban, and Rain) that adjust the ABS and engine according to the conditions. Suspension is handled by USD forks in the front and race-tuned forks in the rear.

The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V’s dual-channel ABS enhances safety. Additionally, the fully digital TFT instrument cluster offers several advanced features, including Bluetooth connectivity, navigation, and call alerts.

New Prices for the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V

All variants of the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V now offer significant savings. The front disc and rear drum variants have received a direct price cut of ₹9,673, bringing the price to ₹1,15,997. The Black Edition is now cheaper by ₹10,029, with a new price of ₹1,18,461. The front and rear disc variants also receive a discount of ₹10,141.

The disc Bluetooth variant offers a savings of ₹10,877, while the Special Edition offers a discount of ₹10,949. The dual-channel ABS variant offers a savings of ₹10,808, and the USD variant with dual-channel ABS offers a discount of ₹11,195. The biggest discount is ₹11,688 on the top-end TFT variant and Limited/Anniversary Edition, making them available for ₹1,36,302 and ₹1,39,302, respectively.

A sporty option at an affordable price

The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is perfect for both city rides and long-distance tours. If you’re looking for a 160cc bike with sporty looks and powerful racing performance, this is the best option. After the price cut, it will compete with competitors like the Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and Bajaj Pulsar NS160.