Ok i booked the bike today....didnt go for the rear disc version.....The dealer said he would call me as soon as the bike is available......

I am quite happy with my choice.....cant wait to lay my hands on the machine.....

RTR 160 dual disk should be the choice. Awesome bike.

RTR 180 isn't bad at all either. If the cost difference isn't too much, do give it a thought. You will never regret it.

All The best

The more discs... the better + safer.

Yes you get Rear disc option in carb version of 160 too. & IIRC it should cost around 2.5k more

Yep i am almost sure i am getting the RTR.....going in the afternoon to book a yellow one.........But i am getting the carb version.....if it would gimme 50Kmpl i would be more than happy........

Handling isnt a problem...i have driven it and felt quite comfortable........136 Kgs isnt really that much.......

Thanks guys for all your suggestions.....I would soon get the bike and post some pics.....thanks to each and everyone of the posters in helping me out.........

Just one last question...do i get a rear disc version??....

Many have explained why they recommend the RTR and i agree with them,go for the RTR man!

The choice is SIMPLE.

Bro go in for the RTR 160 FI.

I'll explain why:
1) You say you want good fuel economy, so the 180 isn't an option.
2) Pulsar 135LS... Are you SERIOUS? Mate i've seen a lot of comparisons but this is a downright insult to the RTR. Raw power is raw power. Nothing comes close to it. The Pulsar 135 LS maybe a decent bike for it's capacity, but PLEASE, for the love of god do not compare it on performance basis with the Apache.
3) IMHO, the one and ONLY plus point about the baby pulsar is (im assuming) fuel economy will be marginally higher.
4) The tires? Mate do you realize you're spending ~ 70-75 grand. The rear tire costs abouts 1200 bucks! Firstly the stock tires even if not out of the world, are decent enough.
5) The Pulsar 150 is a proven machine over the years but anyone will agree here, the RTR 160 FI kicks butt!
6) Looks. Yes, i reckon 99% of people will say RTR looks way better.
7) Just look at the difference! With an Apache you'll have a rear disk brake (which IMHO is a very, very important factor). Everyone knows it's braking ability the best in its class.

Overall, my friend i don't mean to be harsh but there's really no question about which bike is better in terms of performance, safety, looks and sheer class. Having second thoughts about this is foolishness. If you can afford it, the choice is simple.

I know how it feels, you are paying good money and you want to be sure before you invest in one of these but after this post i really doubt you should be confused.

Good luck and whatever you decide on, remember - never regret your choice.

Cheers buddy.

my mistake.....Sorry folks

Updated Power - Torque figures of the 2010 Pulsar 150:

Power: 15.06 Ps @ 9000 rpm
Torque: 12.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm

I compared them because this 3 bikes are in his radar.... So I just wanted to show which gives what....No other intension....

+1 to soumya_digi, the best way is take a test drive and decide....

...I just love this!!!

@threadstarter : I have P150,FZ & RTR160 in my room. And trust me if its about power RTR is the one(be it accelaration or top-speed). About tires : Well, My bike is 30k kms old and am still on stock(strange eh!!!)...lately its showing problems and they are due for change though. I have done enough of ghats,mountains and seas around different states and trust me they ain't that bad(that you reject a bike). Its more about you getting accustomed to it. Initially(for a couple of weeks), I faced probs but then I knew what should be the pressure to apply on brakes at different speeds.

So, I would suggest you have a test ride and please at 23 trust your own instincts!!!

I don't understand why you people are comparing a 135cc machine with a 160cc. Both P135LS and Apache are good in their own segments and there is no point in comparing them. Btw, there can be a comparison between Apache and P150.

I agree with you soumya_digi, one should test ride all the bikes that he has in his like-list and choose the one with which he is most comfortable.
Btw, I got the noisy suspension problem on my P135LS corrected at the SVC.

Have a test ride. Apache is far better than Pulsar 135 LS. The noisy suspension of P135 is irritating!! And many friends have many problems. Just choose a machine with which you are comfortable.

Well its actually quite frustrating for me to be honest that i am taking this long to make a decision.....

Yes Apache is very good....maybe i am exaggerating regarding the grip....but its just that my friend specifically told me that he has had problems and suggested me to look elsewhere.....

Its so difficult to make a decision.....

@nimma: Sorry but I can't agree with this fact. Only because of tires I don't think anyone should rule out apache from their list. I am driving it from more than 1 year now with stock tyres, and about grip I have to say that it's bit slippery on wet roads. Which you can rectify also. I am using a bit more air pressure on my both tubes. now it gives much better grip than previously. Now about the bike here are some points which u can't ignore

Displacement: 159.7cc
Maximum Power: 11.5 KW @8500 rpm [15.7 bhp]
Maximum Torque: 13.1 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Fuel Tank: 16.00 ltrs

Don't forget about Dual Disk option

Bajaj 150 DTSi (2010 model)

Displacement: 149.01cc
Maximum Power: 10.37 KW (14.09 PS) @ 8500 RPM
Maximal Torque: 12.76 N-m @ 6500 RPM
Fuel Tank: 15.00 ltrs

Bajaj 135LS

Displacement: 134.66 cc.
Maximum Power: 13.3 Bhp(9.9 kW) @ 9000 rpm
Maximum Torque: 11.4 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Tank 8.00 ltrs

I don't think there is a match between pulser 135 and apache. the only thing i like about the 135 LS is the number plate mount nothing else.

Anyway this proves another fact that apache is above all............