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TVS Apache 160 4V USD vs Yamaha R15S in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduAll 2 trim prices verified Comparing Apache 160 4V USD vs R15S variants
The short answer

TVS Apache 160 4V USD costs रु 1,40,000 less ex-showroom. Apache 160 4V USD has 10 mm more ground clearance. R15S has 0.8 PS more power.

Choose the TVS Apache 160 4V USD if
TVS Apache 160 4V USD costs रु 1,40,000 less ex-showroom.Apache 160 4V USD has 10 mm more ground clearance.
Choose the Yamaha R15S if
R15S has 0.8 PS more power.

At NPR 569,900, this is a strong-value entry into Yamaha’s R15 family for buyers prioritizing performance and a usable single seat over premium electronics.

Pros
Strong 18.4 PS engine with six-speed transmission
Dual-channel ABS and full LED lighting
Lightweight 142 kg kerb weight
Practical single-piece seat
Powerful 155cc engine with Variable Valve Actuation for versatile performance.
Dual-channel ABS provides superior safety on unpredictable road surfaces.
Cons
Limited storage typical of a fully faired motorcycle
Aggressive riding posture can lead to fatigue on longer commutes.
LED headlight intensity is often insufficient for unlit rural roads.
Lacks premium features like traction control and Bluetooth connectivity.
Fit and finish on plastic body panels feels less premium than rivals.
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TVS
रु 4,29,900Lowest price
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Yamaha
रु 5,69,900
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
SpecificationTVS Apache 160 4V USDYamaha R15S
Ex-showroom priceरु 4,29,900Cheapestरु 5,69,900
Fuelpetrolpetrol
DistributorJagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. (TVS Nepal)MAW Rides Pvt. Ltd. (Yamaha Nepal)
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⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
SpecificationTVS Apache 160 4V USDYamaha R15S
Engine capacityNot disclosed155 cc
Max power17.6 PS18.4 PS+0.8 PS
Max torque14.7 NmNot disclosed
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
SpecificationTVS Apache 160 4V USDYamaha R15S
Length2,035 mm1,990 mm
Height1,050 mm1,135 mm
Wheelbase1,357 mmNot disclosed
Ground clearance180 mm+10 mm170 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
SpecificationTVS Apache 160 4V USDYamaha R15S
Showrooms in Nepal267Better199
Service centres5686Better
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📋Other detailsAs stated per category; verified where a distributor sheet confirmed it
SpecificationTVS Apache 160 4V USDYamaha R15S
🛋️Comfort & Interior—
·Front Suspension: Telescopic Fork
·Rear Suspension: Monocross
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📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Cluster: 5" TFT
·Bluetooth Connectivity: TVS SmartXonnect with TBT Navigation, Call Alerts, Race Telemetry
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·Speedometer: Digital
·Tachometer: Digital
·Negative LCD Instrument Cluster
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🛡️Safety
·Traction Control System: Yes
·ABS: Dual Channel
·Front Brake: 270 mm dia Petal Disc
·Rear Brake: 240 mm dia Petal Disc
·Tyre Size (Front): 90/90-17 Tubeless
·Tyre Size (Rear): 130/70 R17 Tubeless
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·Dual Channel ABS
·Front Brake Type: Disc brake
·Front Brake Size: 282 mm
·Rear Brake Type: Disc brake
·Rear Brake Size: 220 mm
·Front Tyre Size: 100/80-17M/C 52P - Tubeless
·Rear Tyre Size: 140/70R-17M/C 66H - Radial Tubeless
·Front Suspension: Telescopic Fork
·Rear Suspension: Monocross (link suspension)
·Side Stand Engine Cut-Off Switch
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Warranty & After-sales—
·Warranty on manufacturing defects: 2 years from date of sale or first 30,000 kilometers of operation, whichever occurs first; defective parts repaired/replaced free of labour and parts charge
·Battery warranty: applicable till 1 year or 10,000 KM, whichever is earlier, from date of sale of vehicle
·Proprietary items (Tires, Tubes, Battery, Spark Plug, Helmet) are warranted directly by their respective manufacturers, not by Yamaha
·Warranty valid only if customer avails all Free and Paid Services from Authorized Yamaha dealer as per Recommended Service Schedule using genuine spare parts, with each service availed within 100 days from the previous service
·Customer must produce original Service & Warranty handbook to claim warranty; claim can be refused if handbook not presented or tampered
·Warranty excludes: normal maintenance operations (engine tune-up, decarbonising, fuel system cleaning, wheel/brake/clutch adjustments)
·Warranty excludes consumable/wear items: brake shoes, fasteners/shims/washers/gaskets, rubber/plastic components (other than tires & tubes), oil seals, cables, electrical wiring, bulbs, filters, spark plugs, drive chain, sprocket, clutch plate, race bearing, air cleaner element, wheel rim misalignment/bend
·Warranty excludes damage from misuse, accident, negligent treatment, or use of non-recommended parts/equipment
·Warranty excludes use of non-genuine parts, non-genuine oil and lubricants
·Warranty excludes rust from atmospheric/industrial pollution effects
·Warranty excludes unauthorized alteration, modification, or replacement of parts
·Warranty requires servicing at Authorized Dealers per schedule of 6 Free Services and 5 Paid Service Coupons; non-compliance voids warranty
·Warranty excludes motorcycles used for competition, racing, or record attempts
·Warranty excludes commercial use or loading use such as taxi service
·Warranty excludes normal phenomena like noise, vibration, oil seepage that do not affect performance
·Warranty excludes damage from misuse while driving, adulterated oil/petrol, or bad road conditions
·Warranty excludes tampering/repair by unauthorized persons or workshops
·Warranty excludes cost of consumables like oil, grease used during free services or warranty repairs
·Warranty excludes damage from modification or fitting of non-recommended accessories
·Warranty excludes consequential damage claims due to previous malfunction
·Warranty excludes damage from improper oil/grease or non-genuine parts
·Warranty does not cover accidents, lightning, water, fire, other acts of God, improper handling, or external causes beyond Yamaha's control
·This warranty is the entire written warranty; no dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to extend or enlarge its terms
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✨Design & Exterior
·Headlamp: Class-D Projector Headlamp with Signature LED DRLs
·Tail Lamp: LED
·Turn Signal Lamp: LED
·Colours: Racing Red, Marine Blue, Matte Black
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·Aerodynamic LED Tail and Headlight design
·Headlight Type: Bi-functional LED (Class D)
·Brake/Tail Light: LED
·Colors: Blue, Grey
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📊Sales & Imports—
·Nepal ex-showroom price: NPR 569,900
·Listed as currently sold by Yamaha Nepal
·Positioned Rs 70,000 below Nepal-market R15 V4
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Every variant, priced

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

TVS Apache 160 4V USD
Yamaha R15S

What each one really costs you

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

SpecificationTVS Apache 160 4V USDYamaha R15S
Ex-showroomरु 4,29,900रु 5,69,900
Road tax + registration≈ रु 6,800≈ रु 6,800
Third-party insurance≈ रु 1,931≈ रु 1,931
Estimated on-road≈ रु 4,38,631≈ रु 5,78,631
EMI / month≈ रु 8,024 · 3 yr @ 7.5%≈ रु 10,636 · 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.

TVS Apache 160 4V USD full detailsYamaha R15S full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

These two split the decision: the TVS Apache 160 4V USD is रु 1,40,000 cheaper ex-showroom (32.6%), while the Yamaha R15S is ahead on dealer and service reach — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for.

Choose the TVS Apache 160 4V USD if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
  • you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 68 more showrooms in Nepal (267 vs 199).

Choose the Yamaha R15S if
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live

Measured: 30 more service centres in Nepal (86 vs 56).

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
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Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 02 November 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal
TVS: 267 showrooms, 56 service centres · Yamaha: 199 showrooms, 86 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.

TVS Apache 160 4V USD vs Yamaha R15S — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — TVS Apache 160 4V USD or Yamaha R15S?

As of November 2026, the TVS Apache 160 4V USD starts at Rs 4.3 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.4 lakh less than the Yamaha R15S at Rs 5.7 lakh.

What is the price of the TVS Apache 160 4V USD and Yamaha R15S in Nepal?

The TVS Apache 160 4V USD costs Rs 4.3 lakh and the Yamaha R15S costs Rs 5.7 lakh (ex-showroom, November 2026).

Should I buy the TVS Apache 160 4V USD or the Yamaha R15S?

These two split the decision: the TVS Apache 160 4V USD is रु 1,40,000 cheaper ex-showroom (32.6%), while the Yamaha R15S is ahead on dealer and service reach — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for. Take the TVS Apache 160 4V USD if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Take the Yamaha R15S if you want servicing within reach of where you live. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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