Apache RTR series 2012 rockz..!!!

I own an RTR 160 2012 model...its realy good. tvs has worked on all its down falls before...they ve upgraded the look...( some mite not like it..but i love it..!! the beast led lamps..!!)...and pickup vise it is realy a racing engine,....can clock 0-60kmph in 5 sec..and ve attained a tp speed of 134KMPH in high way..without any vibrations..!!!! realy a great bike....!!!

Yamaha FZ

Let me start of with mileage issues..apache gives 40-45 but FZ if well maintained gives exactly the same. As of about riding comfort...its FZ anyday my friend...its seats are designed such that it reduces the pressure on your back and is much better for your posture, mainly because FZ is more of a tourer/cruiser as compared to an RTR so like i said if you are looking for comfort it's without a question the FZ. About handling again the FZ comes out on top because of the wide back tire measuring at 140/60/17 and frankly TVS tires are something not even worth talking about. Looks can be subjective and as far as i personally am concerned it's again a thumbs up for the FZ. So if i was in your position i would go for the FZ16 without any further ado

Sorry guys for the late communication...
Thanks a tonne for your valuable suggestions....As many of you suggested to go in for a test ride, so did I....First went in for FZ n I must admit , that the bike has damn good stability and handling is top level .
Regarding mileage, even the dealer agreed that it consumes hell lot of fuel.
The riding comfort and handling is simply awesome no doubt.....
The machine looks muscular, sturdy which every teenager would want
I was pretty impressed by the torque it had to offer.....
Then i went to TVS.....I was obsessed with the beast inspired pilot lamps.......Placed my hand on the throttle and jus revved it up for a few seconds.....felt like I was sitting on a racing machine.....waiting for the signal to turn green
The seating position (the stance) is not that good, but hey, would u mind when you are sitting on a racing machine???
Mileage like all "Apache tribals" claimed, even the showroom guy admitted that the fuel eco is around 45-50 kmpl.....
Handling as far as Im concerned is pretty cool.
N looks....do I need to say more?
So finally decided to keep the untamed Beast rather than kneeling before the Lord of the Streets
Thanks a lot once again......
And the pictures.....hmm....didnt get much quality time to spend with my Beast.....anyways, will keep you posted....Thanks again

Congrats Tijoe. Ride Safe and please do wear Helmet, while riding.

Thanx buddy....

Welcome to club of apache buddy

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congrates man and ride safe.

gratz on your beast Tijoe, Welcome to the club

Seriously???? 134kmph????

Thanks a lot for ur suggestions...
N I completely agree with you in the TVS Tyres dept., but as far as Ive heard, FZ parts are cheap(as in very bad quality)... anyways I bought my beast from TVS stable to my stable

Thanks buddy.....Sure thing

I am honoured

Hi Rinku here..
Definitely my choice for this comparison would be the TVS Apache rather than the Yamaha FZ. Because the FZ is not at all economical compared to the Apache.
Yes its true that the brand name yamaha would sound a bit more delightful, but certainly not FZ, mailnly because of the mileage difference..
The main reason why people choose FZ is its style and looks. But believe me the performance is not upto the expected mark.

Now coming to the Apache, I have no idea why TVS had to go down after introducing a perfect bike-the TVS Apache Rtr 180 ABS, down to a apache 160. Well to me the looks of the Apache 160 looks weird.
So in my opinion you would want to go for the Apache 180 ABS rather than the 160.

For a complete technical and specification comparison of the Apache 160 and the yamaha Fz, check out this:
TVS Apache 2012 RTR 160 Vs Yamaha FZ16 Vs TVS Apache 2012 RTR 180 ABS - PlannTo

There is nothing like bad bike or something its all depends on user !!! FZ being 150 cc cannot satisfy you if you are fan of 180+ cc motorcycle...