Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

Out of these two NS is a better option in my opinion too, but NS DOES NOT have a KTM Engine. They just share the same platform. This has been discussed in many threads on the forum, you could search for it for better understanding.

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

Oh. My bad. I thought they were same. Anyhow I've decided NS it is, so saving up some money.

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

Out of both the bikes Pulsar 200NS suits you

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

Test rode the NS yesterday and man I gotta say it's a beast. Smooth engine sound, great pickup, good riding position for my height and a great dodger. Some of the niggles were the choke (really Bajaj? that's where you put a bike's choke?) horn and the indicators. They are very hard to reach while concentrating on the road. \

Apart from that no complaints from me. Will join the NS club soon I guess.

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

Go for 180 abs if you truly consider safety.

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

Though the suggestion may not sound very appealing to you but you can give Karizma R a shot as well...
Though it may not be as refined as NS but surely has great pickup....
Mileage wise also it a arnd the 30-35kmpl if you love riding fast...
only down side is its old looks.....
But reliability of a HeroHonda engine is much higher than that of bajaj....
final call is upto you only...

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

I've decided NS it is. 98 OTR in Chennai. Still deciding b/w Tango and Blue.


Thanks for the input though. Cheers..

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

Good choice wolvish. Make sure you find a good bajaj service centre near your home.

All the best!

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

Finally took delivery of a Black NS today, since Yellow and Blue are in high demand.

1. I read the manual and they have recommended the Kms for gear shifting also. Should I stick by it for 2000 KMs? or shall I follow the 'Less than 4k RPM' method for the 2000 KMs?
2. Also what's the recommended Petrol for NS? Speed, Shell Super Unleaded, Xtra Premium?
3. There is a creaking sound coming from the rear disk I guess. What might be the problem in a new bike ?

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

hi bbsrailfan,
I am in the same dilemma. Currently I am using pulsar 150 (UG 4.5). I have some added points with that of Wolvish. I will be traveling mostly in city b2b traffic so I want to consider the safety and flickability with pillion on board. I might be traveling in short trips during week ends. In my current bike I am using Pirelli SD in rear which gives me a damn satisfaction with its grip. It helps me to go as I wish in traffic and also helps to acquire a certain lean angle (sometimes I drive little hard). But the problem is it don't have rear disc (ABS millions away) that means it doesn't provide me with good speed shedder (safety) and while going for trips the bike vibrates a lot after 85-90. I mostly travel with pillion on board. I was thinking of CBR250R with ABS but in city B2B traffic it will be difficult to steer ( though it's a very good bike). I was thinking of Duke also but pillion seats puts me away from that. Came own to P200ns and Apache RTR 180 ABS, considering safety flickability and I believe both can travel at 100kmph without much niggle. Kindly suggest.

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

hi maddy,currently i am using rtr 180 abs regards to reach 100 Kmph its not a big deal for this bike i assure but the biggest pros of this bike is the Abs and which comes less than 1lac rupees of price tag.It performs very well.Ans waiving through city traffic is easy as its handles superb.

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

If you are looking for a pillion to ride with you, the Apache 180 ABS would be a better choice, and it also comes with the added assurance of ABS.
The P200 is more refined and powerful but the pillion will find it uncomfortable (atleast my wife found the 200NS's pillion seat a lot more uncomfortable than the CBR's).
Both bikes are evenly matched when it comes to city riding and flickability, though you'd do good to get rid of those eurogrips and upgrade to better tyres if you opt for the TVS. Moreover, since you are not looking for extensive long-distance touring, the slightly sporty riding position shouldn't really bother you.

BTW, CBR isn't really that bad when it comes to city traffic. Trust me, I have been riding one to work everyday since the last one year!

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

hi abhishek, thanks for your reply. I am happy to hear from you as I will be riding in Kolkata only and you know the trafiic of kolkata. That is another reason I want to avoid faired bikes, though I love them. Hope to go for Apache 180 ABS.

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Thanks a tonne for your valued reply. I know CBR is one of the best quarter liter bike available for both highway and city, but my problem is with the fairing and RVM's. I will be traveling in heavy and congested traffic, and I drive a little rough or have a tendency to rush in so I have a fear of ruining the beauty that way. In last 3 years I had 3/4 counters with autos . Though not crashing but ended up pretty badly so don't want to go for any fared bike. I was thinking of CBR250R with CABS for long but the idea of traveling in mostly b2b congested traffic with horrible autos and rickshaw pullers I was forced to drop the idea of CBR.

Re: Apache RTR 180 ABS vs Pulsar 200 NS

I never expected somebody will recommend 220 over 200 ns for city use, at least in this forum.



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