The three prime players in the 150cc -160cc motorcycle segment include the names of TVS Apache RTR 160, the Suzuki Gixxer and Yamaha FZ V3.0. The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V certainly has the edge over the Gixxer and FZ. Each of them comes with BS6 compliant engines. While the Yamaha FZ V3.0 is the most affordable bike among the trio, check out the article to find how they stack up against each other.
BS6 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V vs Suzuki Gixxer vs Yamaha FZ V3.0: Price in India
The TVS Apache is not the most affordable motorcycle as it is priced between Rs 1,03,50 lakhs - Rs 1,06,250 lakhs (ex-showroom). In terms of affordability, Yamaha FZ V3.0 fairs well in this category as it is priced at Rs 99,200 (ex-showroom). The Suzuki Gixxer, on the other hand, will set you back by Rs 1.12 lakh (ex-showroom) which is quite a premium.
BS6 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V vs Suzuki Gixxer vs Yamaha FZ V3.0: Engine Specifications
All three motorcycle get BS6 compliant fuel-injected engine. In terms of engine displacement, the TVS has the biggest motor compared to Suzuki and Yamaha. All engines are mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The motor of all three motorcycles offers a crisper throttle response. The Apache's engine produces the most power. However, the difference in torque is not as wide as the power output.
| Powertrain | TVS Apache RTR 160 4V | Suzuki Gixxer | Yamaha FZ V3.0 | ||
| Engine | 159.7 cc single-cylinder, oil-cooled | 155 cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled | 149 cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled | ||
| Power | 16.02 bhp @ 8250 rpm | 13.6 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 12.4 bhp @ 7250 rpm | ||
| Torque | 14.1 Nm torque @ 7250 rpm | 13.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 13.6 Nm @ 5500 rpm |
BS6 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V vs Suzuki Gixxer vs Yamaha FZ V3.0: Dimensions
In terms of dimensions, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V weighs more than Suzuki Gixxer and Yamaha FZ V3.0. The FZ's wheelbase is the shortest thus explaining it's flickability through traffic.
The TVS has a higher ground clearance of 180mm, suited enough to handle broken roads and tall speed breakers. While the Gixxer and FZ have run flat tyres.
| Dimensions | TVS Apache RTR 160 4V | Suzuki Gixxer | Yamaha FZ V3.0 | |
| Weight | 147 Kg | 141 kg | 137 kg | |
| Height | 800 mm | 795 mm | 790 mm | |
| Wheelbase | 1357 mm | 1335 mm | 1330 mm |
BS6 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V vs Suzuki Gixxer vs Yamaha FZ V3.0: Features
In terms of features, there aren't many that can differentiate the Apache, Gixxer and FZ from each other.
All of them offer LED headlamps, ABS and digital instrument clusters. The FZ's instrument cluster is the tiniest of the lot and not the most informative either. All three motorcycles use a telescopic fork up front and a pre-load adjustable mono-shock towards the rear.
| Powertrain | TVS Apache RTR 160 4V | Suzuki Gixxer | Yamaha FZ V3.0 | ||
| Engine | 159.7 cc single-cylinder, oil-cooled | 155 cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled | 149 cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled | ||
| Power | 16.02 bhp @ 8250 rpm | 13.6 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 12.4 bhp @ 7250 rpm | ||
| Torque | 14.1 Nm torque @ 7250 rpm | 14.1 Nm torque @ 7250 rpm | 13.6 Nm @ 5500 rpm |
