Battle of 200cc motorcycles, which one is better, TVS Apache RTR 200 4v vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200

Bajaj vs TVS Motors: The 200cc motorcycle segment is one of the famous categories among consumers since this category of motorcycles offers punchy performance along with fuel efficiency as well. This segment of motorcycles offers sporty styling in the naked version. India’s leading two-wheeler manufacturers Bajaj and TVS Motors offer their premium offerings in this segment of 200cc motorcycles. These motorcycles are well equipped with features and offer almost similar performance figures, but the riding comfort and exhaust notes differ slightly. 

Let us quickly compare the TVS Apache RTR 200 4v and Bajaj Pulsar NS200. 

Price and variants: 

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4v are priced almost at the same rate. Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is offered in three variants and the price starts at Rs 1.42 lakh (ex-showroom). On the other hand, TVS Apache RTR 200 4v is offered in a single variant only and starts at Rs 1.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The mid-variant, dual-channel ABS on the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 competes with the TVS Apache RTR 200 4v, being priced at Rs 1.50 lakh (ex-showroom). 

Design: 

The design of Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4v has a sporty appearance. Both the motorcycles, Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4v offer naked styling, but Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has a faired version as well. 

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 feels much more agile and a bit more sporty as compared to the TVS Apache RTR 200 4v. Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4v offer LED headlights and taillamps, but Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has slightly better illumination at night. 

The 17-inch alloy wheels offered on Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4v are appealing. The design of alloy wheels on the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 slightly looks sportier as compared to the TVS Apache RTR 200 4v.  

Engine performance: 

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4v are offered with 200cc single-cylinder engines, but their cooling system is different and power outputs also vary. Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has liquid cooling technology and a power output of 24 BHP and 18 Nm of peak torque, mated to a six-speed gearbox. TVS Apache RTR 200 4v has oil-cooling technology, a power output of 20 BHP, and a slightly lesser torque of 17 Nm, mated to a five-speed gearbox. 

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has an upper edge by providing more power and torque, and the exhaust note is a bit more sporty as compared to the TVS Apache RTR 200 4v 

Fuel efficiency: 

The fuel efficiency of both motorcycles offers decent fuel efficiency in your daily running. Both Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4v would return about 35-40 km/l in city conditions. 

Features: 

The feature list on Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4v are quite different. Here TVS Apache RTR 200 4v has the upper hand by offering riding modes for better performance along with adjustable brake and clutch levers, whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS200 offers only Bluetooth connectivity on its top variant.

Result: 

The 200cc segment has tough competition among the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4v. Both have their own sets of pros and cons, but if considering more powerful and aggressive motorcycle, then Bajaj Pulsar NS200 takes the lead.