| Battery & Range | - Fuel tank capacity 12.5 litres
- Claimed mileage Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Real-world mileage Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Fuel tank capacity: 12L
- Claimed mileage around 45–50 km/l
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 199.6 cc air-cooled, 4-stroke, 2-valve, single-cylinder OHC engine
- Max power 13.5 kW / 18.4 PS @ 8000 rpm
- Max torque 17.1 Nm @ 6500 rpm
- 5-speed constant mesh gearbox
- Multi-plate wet clutch
- Diamond-type frame
- Chain drive final transmission
- Self and kick start system
- DC digital CDI ignition
- Viscous-type air cleaner
| - 159.7cc single-cylinder, oil-cooled, 2-valve SI, 4-stroke engine
- Max power: 14.14 PS @ 8000 rpm
- Max torque: 13.2 Nm @ 6750 rpm
- 5-speed manual gearbox
- Race Tuned Fuel Injection (RT-Fi) technology
- Chain drive to rear wheel
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Wheelbase 1338 mm
- Ground clearance 165 mm
| - Wheelbase: 1357 mm
- Ground clearance: 180 mm
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| Dimensions | - Overall length 2062 mm
- Overall width 778 mm
- Overall height 1072 mm
- Kerb weight 148 kg
- Seat height 795 mm
- Tyre size front 100/80-17 tubeless
- Tyre size rear 130/70-R17 tubeless
- Alloy wheels front and rear
- Front telescopic fork 37 mm dia with anti-friction bush
- Rear 7-step adjustable monoshock suspension
| - Length: 2035 mm
- Width: 790 mm
- Height: 1050–1111 mm depending on visor
- Kerb weight: ~137–138 kg depending on brake variant
- Saddle height: 800 mm
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| Cargo | - Underseat storage Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Pillion grab-rail provided for securing small items
| - Underseat storage minimal; enough for documents and basic tools
- No dedicated helmet-locker style underseat cargo
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| Comfort & Interior | - Single-piece seat with commuter-oriented cushioning
- 7-step adjustable rear monoshock aids ride comfort
- Ergonomic upright riding posture, mid-set foot pegs
- Wide handlebar for better control and comfort
- Pillion footrests and grab-rail for passenger comfort
| - Single-piece seat with sporty yet commuter-friendly cushioning
- Telescopic front fork and mono-shock rear suspension
- Ergonomics tuned for upright sporty commuting
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - Analogue-digital instrument cluster
- Digital speedometer with fuel gauge
- Analogue tachometer
- Engine kill switch Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Turn-by-turn navigation Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- USB charging port Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Side-stand engine cut-off Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- LED pilot lamps for better visibility
- Pass light switch and conventional switchgear
| - Fully digital instrument cluster with multiple readouts
- Bluetooth-enabled connected features on higher trims
- Ride modes (Urban/Rain/Sport) supported on 2V connected variants
- Standard electric start; no kick-starter on newer 2V FI trims
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| Safety | - Front 276 mm disc brake
- Rear 220 mm disc brake
- Single-channel ABS on top variant
- Tubeless tyres front and rear
- Halogen headlamp with LED tail-lamp
- Engine immobilizer Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Combined braking system Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Frame designed for stability at highway speeds
- Reflectors and standard mirrors included
| - Single-channel ABS standard on front brake
- Front petal disc brake; rear drum or disc depending on trim
- Tubeless tyres front 90/90-17 and rear 120/70-17
- LED tail lamp for better visibility
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| Design & Exterior | - Aggressive commuter-sport styling
- LED tail-lamp with guide lights
- Sharp tank shrouds and muscular fuel tank
- Dual-tone graphics on body panels
- Colours: Black with Sport Red
- Colours: Panther Black with Force Silver
- Colours: Techno Blue
- Sporty alloy wheel design
- Conventional halogen headlamp with sporty cowl
| - Available colours: Matte Blue and Gloss Black in Nepal
- Aggressive headlamp and tank shrouds with RTR racing graphics
- Bullpup exhaust design with sporty note
- Split-style grab rails and sharp tail section
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| Sales & Imports | - Official Hero Nepal MRP Rs 2,95,500 on-road approx
- Imported and distributed by National General Marketing Pvt. Ltd.
- Launched in Nepal around 2018 NADA Auto Show
- Current availability listed on Hero Nepal dealer site
- Sales volumes Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Import numbers per year Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Available in multiple Hero showrooms nationwide
- ABS variant positioned as top specification in Nepal
| - 2024 TVS Apache RTR 160 2V Refresh officially launched in Nepal
- Launch price announced at Rs 305,900 on-road Nepal
- Imported and distributed by TVS’s official Nepali partner Jagdamba Motors
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Competitive pricing versus 160–200 cc rivals in Nepal
- ABS at this price considered strong value by reviewers
- Fuel efficiency and low running costs expected for 200 cc
- Resale value Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Warranty terms Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Positioned as an affordable sporty 160cc commuter in Nepal
- Offers modern FI, ABS and fresh graphics at competitive price
- Value depends on comparison with Honda Unicorn, Pulsar 160, etc.
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| Pros | - Single-channel ABS standard on Nepal top variant
- Comfortable upright ergonomics for daily commuting
- Rear monoshock improves handling and comfort
- Wide tyres offer good grip, especially rear 130 section
- Pricing around NPR 2.95 lakh seen as attractive
- Hero service network presence across Nepal
- LED tail-lamp and modern cluster add premium feel
| - Refined 159.7cc FI engine with good mid-range torque
- Sporty design with tubeless tyres and petal disc brake
- ABS and modern digital console enhance safety and feel
- Competitive pricing at Rs 305,900 on-road
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| Cons | - Top speed relatively modest for 200 cc segment
- Performance more commuter-oriented than outright sporty
- Underseat storage limited, typical of sporty motorcycles
- No dual-channel ABS option disclosed for Nepal
- Advanced connectivity features not available
- Exact mileage figures not officially disclosed
| - Performance lower than RTR 160 4V and some rivals
- No major underseat storage practicality
- Exact Nepal-claimed mileage not disclosed officially
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