TVS Apache RTR 160 4V OBD2-B (2025) Review Full Features Ride Experience & Price in India

 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V OBD2-B (2025) Review – Full Features, Ride Experience & Price in India

TVS has updated its popular sporty commuter Apache RTR 160 4V for 2025 with OBD-2B compliance, a brand-new 5-inch TFT cluster, sharper design elements, and upgraded premium features.
This makes it one of the most advanced 160cc bikes in India right now.

In this blog, you will get the complete review — design, features, engine, ride experience, pros & cons, and detailed pricing.

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V OBD2-B Price in India (MP Region)

• Starts at ₹1,16,000
• Goes up to ₹1,35,000 on-road (Top Variant)

The bike comes in 8–9 variants in total.

Design & Looks – Sharper, Sportier & More Aggressive

The front design is now more aggressive and premium.

New changes include:
• Projector LED Headlamp
• Two stylish LED Position Lamps
• Premium TVS “M” Logo
• LED Indicators
• Updated sporty graphics
• Indian flag badge on the tank

Overall, the bike looks more stylish and modern compared to the older version.

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Tyres & Braking – Good, but Tyres Feel Slightly Thin

Front Tyre: 90/90

Rear Tyre: 130/70

The handling is excellent, but the tyres are on the thinner side.
Because of that, high-speed cornering confidence feels slightly limited.

Upgrading to a wider rear tyre will improve grip and stability.

Suspension Setup

Front: Upside-Down (USD) Forks

Rear: Monoshock (slightly on the stiffer side)
• Rear suspension feels stiff for solo riders
• Feels balanced when riding with a pillion
• Front suspension is smooth and absorbs bad roads well

This setup gives a sporty and confident ride.

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Seat & Comfort – Practical for Family & Daily Rides

• Single-piece seat
• Good comfort for both rider & pillion
• Long rides may cause slight discomfort after a while
• Female pillion riders can sit comfortably

This is a perfect family + sporty combination.

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5-inch TFT Display – The Biggest Upgrade

This is the most premium feature on the bike.

The TFT screen supports:

• Turn-by-Turn Navigation
• Bluetooth Connectivity
• Voice Assist
• Ride Modes (Sport / Urban / Rain)
• Lap Timer
• Race Telemetry
• 0–60 Acceleration Data
• Traction Control Indicator
• Engine Temperature Alerts

This feature alone makes the ride feel futuristic and modern.

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Engine Details (No Mechanical Changes)

• 159.7cc, Oil-Cooled
• 17.55 PS Power
• 14.7 Nm Torque
• Comes with 3 riding modes:
• Sport – Maximum power
• Urban – Smooth response
• Rain – Safe & controlled power

Refinement is better than before, and throttle response feels quick.

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Ride Experience – Smooth & Powerful

I tested the bike in traffic, bad roads, and open highways.

Low RPM (6000–7000)
• Smooth
• No vibrations

High RPM (8000–11,000)

• Minor vibrations appear
• Bike keeps pulling strongly
• Excellent top-end performance

This is one of the best top-end engines in the 160cc segment.

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Build Quality – Good but Switchgear Could Be Better

• Strong body panels
• Good fit & finish
• No major panel gaps
• Switchgear quality feels average

Still, overall build quality is reliable and tough.

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Pros & Cons

✔️ Pros
• Excellent top-end performance
• Advanced TFT Display
• Turn-by-turn navigation
• Navigation + Race Telemetry
• Great handling
• Sporty design
• Smooth engine at lower RPM
• Comfortable for pillion

❌ Cons

• Tyres are slightly thin
• Rear suspension is stiff
• Tail-lamp design is outdated
• Switchgear feels average

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Should You Buy It? (Final Verdict)

If you want a high-performance, feature-loaded, modern and sporty 160cc bike, the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V OBD2-B is a fantastic choice.
• Great for daily city riding
• Stable on highways
• Perfect for young riders
• Practical for family use too

This 2025 model is more premium and advanced than ever before.