Apache 160 FI or Bajaj pulsar 150 DTSi

aargee · 13th September 2010, 14:51

Ok, upto you Ashwanth. I somehow find Unicorn having a good engine & the style of RTR; wish RTR had the same butter smooth engine as Unicorn.

Just an FYI - During our last weekend ride, my friend rode an Unicorn that yielded atleast 55-60 Kmpl over speeds of 100Kmph & an average speed of more than 65 Kmph. Not sure if RTR could do the same.

Just one question - Do you still get RTR 160 carb version in the showrooms? I thought TVS is selling only the FI version of 160 & 180's. And the site also confirms the same. Could you pls check that for me?

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Just curious, why didn't you consider FZ16, Hunk and CBZ Xtreme

May be they're gas guzzlers!!!

ashwanth · 13th September 2010, 15:24

Yes, FZ16 is a gas guzzler. Also wanted to stay away from HH - Most of my friends have HH bikes. HH service is one of the best here !

160 RTR Carb is mentioned as "160 RTR Refresh" in the TVS site.I too have a doubt whether it is discontinued(But my cousin says its very much there with the option of a rear disc brake). Anyway, I will be going to BOTH Honda and TVS showrooms to have a look at Dazzler and 160 RTR respectively.

Technocrat · 13th September 2010, 21:29

RTR Refrsh is the RTR carb with the side scoops & a few minor changes, its just like Pulsar upgrades, just that Pulsar has no official name while the TVS calls is Refresh.

Sheel · 14th September 2010, 11:32

From the horses's mouth(owners) as far as debate on IRC is.
Link--
How are the OEM IRC tyres on a new Pulsar 220? - India Travel Forum, BCMTouring

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Originally Posted by kamikaze

Go for MRF. Not only IRC are soft compound, the handling isn;t better either which should be a case with soft compound tires. Zappers are great. Did Chansal pass on them, corner well and are great for city as well. Good overall tyre.

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Originally Posted by Prashant

you are right Prince. I have MRF as stock, but a few friends who got IRC are stock were pretty disappointed with the tyre

sandeepmohan · 20th September 2010, 14:36

The best bike for you will be the new Honda Unicorn. A Quality motorcycle that is comfortable, reliable, excellent handling & good fuel efficiency. Nothing can beat this bike. And it does not cost the earth to fix.

deepclutch · 20th September 2010, 14:51

the Carb RTR160REFRESH is Coming with RTR180 Bar End Weights from Few Months.May be Some Other Changes Also Borrowed from RTR180.

Vibhanshu · 22nd September 2010, 11:59

Hi, heres my take:

Handling: Yamaha R15 (hands down)
Comfort, Touring: any Honda (Karizma?)
All rounder: FZ 16 - hands down! the best street bike in India!!
Alternatives for FZ: RTR 160/180, Pulsar 180

My vote with 70K budget: FZ 16!
+ves: Stability, handling, high quality parts, reliability
-ves: Horrible Yamaha Service (I own an R15 for last 2 years), Spare parts availability(sometimes)

Goodluck! Ride safe!

AbdulRahmanM · 23rd September 2010, 14:36

Hi Ashwanth,

Please look into Suzuki GS150 R, i own one, its an amazing bike, i get an average of 54 kmpl with varied styles of driving, with a 6th Gear, its awesome to drive.

ramki067 · 24th September 2010, 21:36

Guys,
Looking to replace my 7 year old Fiero F2 with a bike. Considering the new Pulsar 150cc DTSi. I'm 5.6' and is it good for my height to commute around 60Km daily and how is the height factor with respect to the bike to me?

Thanks,
Ramki

CARDEEP · 25th September 2010, 17:13

Hi Ashwanth

Hope you have booked your bike? Please let us know which one it is.

I have seen few Dazzler on road & must say that the bike looks smarter than most bikes on road (except the headlight).
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Hi Ramki

I have owned both the Fiero F2 & P150. I have observed that P150 has lower seating than the Fiero F2 (I am as tall you are). If you are comfortable with the riding posture of the Pulsar than the new P150 with 15BHP is just right for you. The best part of the Pulsar is that despite being overawed by other bikes in different parametres, it is a good overall package (read Overdrive comparison test 4 power commuters) & has aged well.

But, do consider the Dazzler, FZ/Fazer, RTR180 as well before making final decision.

ashwanth · 12th November 2012, 20:12

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Please look into Suzuki GS150 R, i own one, its an amazing bike, i get an average of 54 kmpl with varied styles of driving, with a 6th Gear, its awesome to drive.

Logging in after a long time. Got myself a white GS150R.

Happy diwali to all.
Ashwanth

P.S. I had fun reading back this thread and how my priorities changed(couldn't buy one in 2010, instead went for an used Honda Eterno). But many thanks for the replies - Now I know whose head(s) to eat if my baby GS throws any little tantrums.

AlphaKilo · 12th November 2012, 22:08

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Originally Posted by ashwanth

Logging in after a long time. Got myself a white GS150R.

Happy diwali to all.
Ashwanth

Hey Nice! Put up a Ownership thread soon. I do have the same bike but its from 2010 but good purchase and to see still this beauty is being sold. I am sure you must be enjoying the pleasant smooth ride in the GS. For more details check here: (my ownership experience)
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/motorb...-marriage.html

happy biking!

ashwanth · 20th November 2012, 20:26

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Hey Nice! Put up a Ownership thread soon. I do have the same bike but its from 2010 but good purchase and to see still this beauty is being sold. I am sure you must be enjoying the pleasant smooth ride in the GS. For more details check here: (my ownership experience)

Alphakilo, I read your experiences and that of Rehman(black GS) from chennai - they actually convinced me to go for GS. Will write an initial review soon.

My GS is quite noisy - more like an Apache/Pulsar compared to Unicorn - That is what concerns me now !

13th September 2010, 15:24	#32
ashwanth BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 61 Thanked: 25 Times	Yes, FZ16 is a gas guzzler. Also wanted to stay away from HH - Most of my friends have HH bikes. HH service is one of the best here ! 160 RTR Carb is mentioned as "160 RTR Refresh" in the TVS site.I too have a doubt whether it is discontinued(But my cousin says its very much there with the option of a rear disc brake). Anyway, I will be going to BOTH Honda and TVS showrooms to have a look at Dazzler and 160 RTR respectively.
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13th September 2010, 21:29	#33
Technocrat Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: GTA Posts: 14,813 Thanked: 2,700 Times	RTR Refrsh is the RTR carb with the side scoops & a few minor changes, its just like Pulsar upgrades, just that Pulsar has no official name while the TVS calls is Refresh.
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20th September 2010, 14:36	#35
sandeepmohan Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Wellington Posts: 3,133 Thanked: 5,443 Times	The best bike for you will be the new Honda Unicorn. A Quality motorcycle that is comfortable, reliable, excellent handling & good fuel efficiency. Nothing can beat this bike. And it does not cost the earth to fix.
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20th September 2010, 14:51	#36
deepclutch Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Muvattupuzha Posts: 1,165 Thanked: 162 Times	the Carb RTR160REFRESH is Coming with RTR180 Bar End Weights from Few Months.May be Some Other Changes Also Borrowed from RTR180.
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22nd September 2010, 11:59	#37
Vibhanshu BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 242 Thanked: 152 Times	Hi, heres my take: Handling: Yamaha R15 (hands down) Comfort, Touring: any Honda (Karizma?) All rounder: FZ 16 - hands down! the best street bike in India!! Alternatives for FZ: RTR 160/180, Pulsar 180 My vote with 70K budget: FZ 16! +ves: Stability, handling, high quality parts, reliability -ves: Horrible Yamaha Service (I own an R15 for last 2 years), Spare parts availability(sometimes) Goodluck! Ride safe!
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23rd September 2010, 14:36	#38
AbdulRahmanM BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 168 Thanked: 9 Times View My Garage	Hi Ashwanth, Please look into Suzuki GS150 R, i own one, its an amazing bike, i get an average of 54 kmpl with varied styles of driving, with a 6th Gear, its awesome to drive.
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24th September 2010, 21:36	#39
ramki067 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: BANGALORE Posts: 610 Thanked: 35 Times View My Garage	Guys, Looking to replace my 7 year old Fiero F2 with a bike. Considering the new Pulsar 150cc DTSi. I'm 5.6' and is it good for my height to commute around 60Km daily and how is the height factor with respect to the bike to me? Thanks, Ramki
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25th September 2010, 17:13	#40
CARDEEP Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NCR Posts: 3,248 Thanked: 2,522 Times	Hi Ashwanth Hope you have booked your bike? Please let us know which one it is. I have seen few Dazzler on road & must say that the bike looks smarter than most bikes on road (except the headlight). . . . Hi Ramki I have owned both the Fiero F2 & P150. I have observed that P150 has lower seating than the Fiero F2 (I am as tall you are). If you are comfortable with the riding posture of the Pulsar than the new P150 with 15BHP is just right for you. The best part of the Pulsar is that despite being overawed by other bikes in different parametres, it is a good overall package (read Overdrive comparison test 4 power commuters) & has aged well. But, do consider the Dazzler, FZ/Fazer, RTR180 as well before making final decision.
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