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  • #16
    @Fear The 180: that bike is for racers.Mine is a small town.I think P180 is fine.

    PS:I had a used 2006 PulsarUG2.1 for few months last year BTW!.
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    • #17
      Originally posted by prakash_mvpa View Post
      @Fear The 180: that bike is for racers.Mine is a small town.I think P180 is fine.

      PS:I had a used 2006 PulsarUG2.1 for few months last year BTW!.
      I guess your heart is saying that you should go for P180, but your mind says A180 confused..

      just take a proper ride of A180 and decide..

      i will suggest you to go for the menace..
      A180 anyday
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      • #18
        Apache RTR180 any day.....I am an RTR160 owner.....so i m sure u will like the RTR more than P180...
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        • #19
          Originally posted by blisteringintelligence View Post
          RTR180 is kick a$$...... just go for it.
          As for its abilities check this out
          YouTube - Ken's R1 View of Manan cornering in the Himalayas!

          (This video is by Ken da during his Kharapatthar trip)
          the cornering of the bike seems good....... but they were hardly crossing 70......... even on this beautiful stretch of road.......
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          • #20
            Originally posted by pads View Post
            the cornering of the bike seems good....... but they were hardly crossing 70......... even on this beautiful stretch of road.......
            Imagine what is it capable of on straight roads. The same RTR180 was with us on a short manesar trip sometime back and believe me it just flies

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            • #21
              I would like to know the mileage of both the bikes :
              > Apache RTR 180
              > Pulsar 180 DTSi UG-IV
              plz as am planning to buy one of them in Navratras ...
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              • #22
                Your heart lies with pulsar dude(Going by your posts)...hence no point in taking a test ride of A180...you will end up finding issues only...moreover you said you want a comfy ride...A180 would satisfy you only if you are concerned with the three letters('R' 'T' 'R' Racing Throttle Response )...If looking for a gentle ride Pulsar would suit you...
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                • #23
                  If you need a crisp performance go for the rtr or else you can go for the pulsar 180.
                  Test ride both the bikes and decide.

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                  • #24
                    id say RTR all the way!pretty much every aspect of the bike is superior to the pulsar.
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                    • #25
                      Originally posted by RanjithMN View Post
                      id say RTR all the way!pretty much every aspect of the bike is superior to the pulsar.

                      RTR is better
                      When approaching a corner, stay on the gas until you see Jesus. Then brake HARD.

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                      • #26
                        Hmm..I will visit Cochin for a Test Ride for Apache 180.No Hope in my nearest TVS Dealer.Few questions regarding TVS service will need to be answered(by the dealer!).
                        BTW Guys ,Can I bargain for 1-2K discount for new bike?
                        I had owned the predecessor of Apache160, Suzuki Fiero from 2002 february brand new.It was a great ride.
                        Originally posted by blisteringintelligence View Post
                        RTR180 is kick a$$...... just go for it.
                        As for its abilities check this out
                        YouTube - Ken's R1 View of Manan cornering in the Himalayas!

                        (This video is by Ken da during his Kharapatthar trip)
                        Oh man!that video is inspiring!(In orkut ,p180 fans questions whether it is Apache180!as I posted this video.)

                        Originally posted by outworldly maniac View Post
                        test drive the RTR 180 ... and rip it till top... dont worry even if the guy sitting behind you says no ...
                        then you ll get to know that the vibs are bearable by you or not ..

                        some people say vibes keep them awake ... and give them a feel of power ... etc and some hate those vibrations ....
                        so i guess it depends on you

                        best of luck
                        I would have ripped the bikes.but the irresponsible dealers in small towns(they are main dealers,not sub dealers!!!) gives brand new bikes with speedo cable detached for test ride instead of a proper test ride bike registered. I will not take the Ghor Paap of playing with someone else's future bike?
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                        • #27
                          Originally posted by pads View Post
                          the cornering of the bike seems good....... but they were hardly crossing 70......... even on this beautiful stretch of road.......
                          Cornering of this bike is really awesome. But yes, Manan was easily crossing 80 where the tarmac was gripping at the corners. Else, if the tarmac is uneven, it is not advisable to cross 70, at least for people who have families and a son to come home to!

                          Originally posted by Anjit_Sharma View Post
                          this is the toughest what bike question i seen...
                          both have best features and VFM,
                          RTR has some vibe issues but owners says it gives Feel of Power,
                          with RTR you can easily get 130+ (manan sir got it during tour with ken sir),
                          i test rode both some time ago, and RtR felt a bit more sportier, and flickeble..

                          I would suggest you RTR...
                          see what other member says

                          EDIT: with RTR you can enjoy Rev free ride as it has No Rev limiter,
                          you can rev engine upto 12000 rpm..
                          Agree with almost everything that you say... it is sportier and with better handling. When there were no crosswinds, Manan could cruise at 120kmph. I do not about the rev limiter though.

                          Originally posted by blisteringintelligence View Post
                          Imagine what is it capable of on straight roads. The same RTR180 was with us on a short manesar trip sometime back and believe me it just flies
                          Yes it does!

                          However, I would also like to add that the RTR is definitely not comfortable on even moderately bad roads. I own a clip on Pulsar as well. It is definitely more comfortable on bad stretches. But its handling is nowhere even close to that of the RTR!
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                          • #28
                            Bhai mere,

                            At the end of the day, bike tumhe chalana hai. See what you want and choose accordingly.....
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                            • #29
                              Flickability wise, the RTR rocks. If you are looking for some spirited riding, there lies the answer!
                              If not, the P180 is very tempting too, with the 220 clip-ons&forks, split seat et.all. I think it has a 120 section rear too, not sure though.
                              Considering your weight, I think you would look better on the P.
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                              • #30
                                I did the test drive of a rtr160 last month. 180 was not in showroom then dunno about now. performance and handling wise, the RTR180 should be way better than the p180.
                                If you are planning to keep your bike for a wile, I think the p180 would be a safer option here in kerala especially around your place considering the roads and spares availability.
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