TVS Apache RTR 200 vs Hero Xtreme 200R vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200: Hero Xtreme 200R was recently launched in India for INR 89,900 (ex-showroom Delhi). This marks Hero MotoCorp’s entry into the 200cc segment, dominated by none other than Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and TVS Apache RTR 200. Fans are yet to decide the fate of all new Xtreme but still, potential hidden within this product cannot be underestimated.
Hero MotoCorp announced in their initial launch plans that primary focus will be on college students. Xtreme 200R is definitely a cost-effective product in all terms, whether it be pricing or servicing. Here is a statistical view of these three bikes, along with some valid reasons to consider each of them.
TVS Apache RTR 200 vs Hero Xtreme 200R vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200
Price & Variants
| Apache | Xtreme | Pulsar | |
| Variants | 4 Variants | 1 Variant | 2 Variants |
| Starting Price | INR 97,340 | INR 89,900 | INR 1 Lakh |
| ABS | 2-Channel | 1-Channel | 1-Channel |
*All prices are Ex-Showroom Delhi.
Apache RTR 200 Variants
- RTR 200: INR 97,340
- RTR 200 (Pirelli Tyres): INR 1,02,340
- RTR 200 (Fuel Injection): INR 1,10,040
- RTR 200 (2-channel ABS): INR 1,11,140
Xtreme 200R Variants
- Xtreme 200R ABS – INR 89,900
Pulsar NS200 Variants
- Pulsar NS200: INR 1.00 Lakh
- Pulsar NS200 ABS: INR 1.12 Lakh
*Above mentioned prices are Ex-Showroom Delhi
Styling is a subjective matter and thus, every human has an individual set of parameters to define beauty. Here in 200cc segment, aggression is the key weapon and Pulsar NS200 has very well used it for a long time. It looks typically street designed with lightest tail section and well-designed fuel tank design. RTR 200 is again a sculptured machine and attention to detail factors are very high here. The front headlight and tail design is actually a little blunt in front of Pulsar. Hero Xtreme 200R is more of like an everyday bike with decent front fascia and sporty rear end.
Apache RTR 200 vs Xtreme 200R vs Pulsar NS200
Engine & Gearbox
| Apache | Xtreme | Pulsar | |
| Engine | 197.75 cc | 199.6 cc | 199.5 cc |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 5-Speed | 6-Speed |
| Power | 20.23 BHP @ 8500 rpm | 18.1 Bhp @ 8000 rpm | 23.17 Bhp @ 9500 rpm |
| Torque | 18.1 NM @ 7000 rpm | 17.1 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 18.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm |
| No. of Cyl | 1-Cylinder | 1-Cylinder | 1-Cylinder |
| Cooling | Oil-Cooled | Air-Cooled | Liquid-Cooled |
Performance & Mileage
| Apache | Xtreme | Pulsar | |
| 0-60 kph | 3.95 secs | 4.60 secs | 3.87 secs |
| Top Speed | 128 kmph | 112 kmph | 136 kmph |
| Mileage | 35-40 kmpl | 39.90 kmpl | 35-40 kmpl |
Instrument Console
TVS Apache RTR 200 vs Hero Xtreme 200R vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200
Dimensions & Weight
TVS Apache RTR 200 vs Hero Xtreme 200R vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200
| Apache | Xtreme | Pulsar | |
| Length | 2050 mm | 2062 mm | 2017 mm |
| Width | 790 mm | 778 mm | 804 mm |
| Height | 1105 mm | 1072 mm | 1075 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1353 mm | 1338 mm | 1363 mm |
| Ground Clr | 180 mm | 165 mm | 169 mm |
| Seat Height | 800 mm | 795 mm | 805 mm |
| Wet Weight | 149 kg | 148 kg | 152 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 12 litres | 12.5 litres | 12 litres |
*The Kerb Weight of Bajaj Pulsar NS200 ABS model is 154 kg.
Xtreme 200R stays calm with just 18.1 BHP and 17.1 Nm of torque. It is not made with an intention to win in terms of speed as Hero claims 39.9 kmpl of mileage. This means people looking for a high-performance centric product will never visit Hero dealership for Xtreme 200R. Pulsar NS200 is the right product for that purpose. Apache RTR 200 was praised for its all road ride quality and thus, Xtreme will basically challenge it here only. All three of them are equipped with wide tyres for better road grip.
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
TVS Apache RTR 200 vs Hero Xtreme 200R vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200
| Apache | Xtreme | Pulsar | |
| Brake (F) | 270mm Disc | 276mm Disc | 280mm Disc |
| Brake (R) | 240mm Disc | 220mm Disc | 230mm Disc |
| Susp (F) | 37mm Tel. Forks | 37mm Tel. Forks | 37mm Tel. Forks |
| Susp (R) | Monoshock | Monoshock | Monoshock |
| Tyre (F) | 90/90-17 | 100/80-17 | 100/80-17 |
| Tyre (F) | 130/70-17 | 130/70-17 | 130/70-17 |
| ABS | 2-Channel | 1-Channel | 1-Channel |
*The ABS Model of Bajaj Pulsar NS200 comes with a 300mm Front Disc Brake.
ABS for added safety is available in all of them. Hero Xtreme 200R has been made basically to attract the buyers who were looking into the premium 150cc segment. When compared to them, it carries enough power to excite senses and not just that, 50 additional cubic centimetres are not bad at all.
Top speed of 112 kmph is not that surprising as the 200cc Xtreme has been made to serve the economy conscious riders of India. Those who need for more power and top speed can consider buying the Apache RTR 200 or the Pulsar NS200, as both these bikes are quite fast in comparison at 128 kmph and 136 kmph respectively.
