| MODEL | TVS APACHE RTR 160 2008 |
| Year | 2008 |
| Engine Type | Single cylinder, four-stroke, SOHC, 2 valves |
| Displacement / Capacity | 159.7 cc / 9.74 cu in |
| Bore X Stroke | 62.0 x 52.9 mm / 2.4 x 2.1 in |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Max Power | 10.9 kW / 15 hp @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 13.1 Nm / 9.7 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Induction | Mikuni BS-26 carburettor |
| Start System | Electric and kick |
| TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
| Lubrication | — |
| Gear Box | 5-speed |
| Clutch | Wet, multiplate |
| Final Drive | — |
| CHASSIS SPECS | |
| Frame | Double cradle |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock |
| Front Brakes | Single disc, 270 mm / 10.6 in |
| Rear Brakes | Drum, 130 mm / 5.1 in |
| DIMENSION SPECS | |
| Overall Length | 2020 mm / 79.5 in |
| Overall Width | 730 mm / 28.7 in |
| Overall Height | 1100 mm / 43.3 in |
| Seat Height | 790 mm / 31.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 1300 mm / 51.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm / 7.1 in |
| Dry Weight | 136 kg / 299.8 lbs |
| Wet Weight | — |
| WHEEL SPECS | |
| Front Tyre | 90/90-17 |
| Rear Tyre | 100/80-18 |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Fuel Capacity | 16 Litres / 4.2 US gal |
| Fuel Consumption | — |
| Top Speed | — |
The first-generation Apache RTR 160 was TVS's racing-flavoured entry in the 160 cc class, built around an air-cooled carburetted single with a front disc brake. It brought sportier looks and a five-speed box to the commuter-priced end of the market.
