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Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 4V in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, Kathmandu3 of 5 trim prices distributor-verified 13 Aug 2026Comparing Pulsar N160 ABS vs Apache RTR 160 4V ABS variants
The short answer

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V costs रु 76,000 less ex-showroom. Apache RTR 160 4V has 15 mm more ground clearance.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar N160 if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.
Pros
Exceptionally smooth, refined engine with strong low-speed tractability
Revised handlebar angle makes daily riding posture noticeably better
Top variants get a 5-inch TFT display with Bluetooth and navigation
Dual-channel ABS and traction control on higher trims
Wide seven-variant spread makes it easy to buy exactly the spec you need
Punchy, refined engine with strong top-end pull
Cons
Not as quick off the line as liquid-cooled rivals in the segment
Seat shape can push taller riders forward, cramping the seating position
Rain-mode throttle response feels sluggish and needs deliberate full throttle input
Reported kerb weight varies noticeably across official sources for this bike
Single-channel ABS only, no traction control on this trim
No adjustable levers fitted
As of 08 Sept 2026
Choose the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V if
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V costs रु 76,000 less ex-showroom.Apache RTR 160 4V has 15 mm more ground clearance.

Strong performance and features for a 160cc bike, so if Nepal pricing remains close to rivals it is good value for riders wanting sportier dynamics without premium pricing. Best suited to enthusiasts who want ride modes and Apache brand appeal but can live with single-channel ABS and simpler equipment.

Pros
Powerful 160cc engine with 3 ride modes for different conditions.
Modern styling with LED headlamp and sporty exhaust.
Reasonable fuel tank size and mileage for daily commuting.
Backed by established TVS/Jagdamba Motors presence in Nepal.
Cons
Single-channel ABS is less advanced than dual-channel systems.
Underseat and general storage limited versus scooters.
Exact Nepal price and feature mix not transparently listed online.
SmartXonnect connectivity may be absent or limited on base trim.
As of 06 Aug 2026
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Bajaj
रु 4,35,900
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TVS
रु 3,59,900Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 4,35,900
रु 3,59,900Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 4,35,900
रु 3,39,000 – रु 3,94,900
Variants on sale
1
4
Fuel
petrol
petrol
Distributor
HH Bajaj
Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. (TVS Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
No specific official Nepal cash discount or scheme found online.
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
Not disclosed
17.6 PS
Max torque
Not disclosed
14.7 Nm
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
1,989 mm
2,035 mm
Height
1,050 mm
1,050 mm
Wheelbase
1,358 mm+1 mm
1,357 mm
Ground clearance
165 mm
180 mm+15 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
202
254Better
Service centres
176Better
53
1 category hiddenBattery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
Not disclosed
·Front Suspension: Telescopic Fork
·Rear Suspension: Mono Shock
·Frame: Double cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame
As of 05 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
Not disclosed
·Ride Modes: Urban, Rain, Sport (selectable via button)
As of 05 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
Not disclosed
·ABS: Single Channel Super-Moto ABS
·Brake Fluid: DOT 3 / DOT 4
·Front Brake: 270mm dia Petal Disc
·Tyre (front): 90/90-17 49P Tubeless
·Tyre (rear): 130/70 R17 M/C 62P Tubeless (Radial tyre)
·Roto Petal Disc Brake (Front and Rear)
As of 05 Aug 2026
Design & Exterior
Not disclosed
·LED Headlamp with DRL/position lamp
·Tail Lamp: LED
·Colour: Matte Black
As of 05 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
Not disclosed
·Imported from India, sold via Jagdamba Motors network (official brochure NTORQ; same distributor)
·Positioned as 160cc performance commuter in Nepal
As of 06 Aug 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Bajaj Pulsar N160
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 4,35,900
रु 3,59,900
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 6,800
≈ रु 6,800
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 1,931
≈ रु 1,931
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 4,44,631
≈ रु 3,68,631
EMI / month
≈ रु 8,136 · 3 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 6,717 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

Bajaj Pulsar N160 full detailsTVS Apache RTR 160 4V full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

On our data the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is the stronger buy: it is रु 76,000 cheaper ex-showroom (21.1%) and still leads on ground clearance and dealer and service reach.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar N160 if
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live

Measured: 123 more service centres in Nepal (176 vs 53).

Choose the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
  • rough, unpaved or flood-prone roads are part of your daily route
  • you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 15 mm more ground clearance; 52 more showrooms in Nepal (254 vs 202).

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Trim prices distributor-verified
3 of 5

Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 13 August 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Bajaj: 202 showrooms, 176 service centres · TVS: 254 showrooms, 53 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 4V — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Bajaj Pulsar N160 or TVS Apache RTR 160 4V?

As of September 2026, the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V starts at Rs 3.39 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.97 lakh less than the Bajaj Pulsar N160 at Rs 4.36 lakh.

What is the price of the Bajaj Pulsar N160 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V in Nepal?

The Bajaj Pulsar N160 costs Rs 4.36 lakh and the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V costs Rs 3.39 lakh to Rs 3.95 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Bajaj Pulsar N160 or the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V?

On our data the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is the stronger buy: it is रु 76,000 cheaper ex-showroom (21.1%) and still leads on ground clearance and dealer and service reach. Take the Bajaj Pulsar N160 if you want servicing within reach of where you live. Take the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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