TVS Apache RTR 180 Race Edition vs Bajaj Pulsar 180 Black Pack Edition - Spec comparison

10/05/2018 - 17:45 Bajaj Pulsar, TVS Apache, Bajaj, TVS Praveen M

The TVS Apache RTR 180 Race Edition is a fresh take on the ageing RTR 180. It competes with the Bajaj Pulsar 180 Black Pack Edition.

TVS Apache RTR 180 Race Edition press front angle — The engine cowl with TVS Racing logo, and the colour scheme make the Race Edition sportier than the normal variant.

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The TVS Apache RTR 180 Race Edition comes with a few visual changes to demarcate it from the normal variant. The bodywork gets Pearl White paint job with Race Inspired graphics. The fuel tank comes with a new, elegant TVS RTR logo, and there are TVS Racing rim stickers as well. The Bajaj Pulsar 180 Black Pack Edition comes with a premium Black paint job and decal finish, with matte grey and red highlights; Satin Chrome exhaust cover, and contrasting white alloy wheels. Bajaj launched the Pulsar Black Pack range to commemorate achievement of 1 crore global sales. Let’s see how the two special edition motorcycles perform spec-wise.

Specification	TVS Apache RTR 180 Race Edition	Bajaj Pulsar 180 Black Pack Edition
Engine	177.4 cc single cylinder mill with air cooling	178.6 cc Twin Spark DTS-i engine with air cooling
Peak Power	16.62 PS at 8,500 rpm	17.02 @ 8500
Maximum Torque	15.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm	14.22 @ 6500
Transmission	5-speed	5-speed
Front Suspension	Gold-finished telescopic fork	Telescopic fork with anti-friction bush
Rear Suspension	Twin Monotube Inverted Gas-filled (MIG) shock absorbers	Twin Nitrox shock absorbers
Front Brake	270 mm petal disc	260 mm Disc
Rear Brake	200 mm petal disc	230 mm Disc
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 litres	15 litres
Kerb Weight	137 kg	145 kg
Front Tyre	90/90-17” Tubeless	90/90 - 17" - Tubeless
Rear Tyre	110/80-17" Tubeless	120/80 - 17" - Tubeless
Wheelbase	1,326 mm	1,345 mm
Price	INR 83,233, ex-showroom, Delhi	INR 83,347, ex-showroom, Delhi

Bajaj Pulsar 180 Black Pack Edition — The Pulsar 180's design has remained more or less the same over the years. The Black Pack Edition spices up the bike's looks a bit.

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The Apache has a slightly more power-biased engine, where as the Pulsar is marginally torque-biased. While the Pulsar gets a smaller front disc, its rear brake is 30 mm bigger than the Apache’s. Coming to touring capability, the Pulsar has a three-litre bigger fuel tank. Moreover, the 19 mm longer wheelbase and 8 extra kilos will add to the stability of the motorcycle on the highway. The Apache is ideal for making quick work of the twisties, thanks to its lighter construction and shorter wheelbase.