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Honda XR300 Rally vs TVS Apache RTX

Prices, specs and on-road cost, side by side. Updated 8 Oct 2026.

Honda XR300 Rally
TVS Apache RTX

Honda

XR300 Rally

From ₹2.08 Lakh

Full XR300 Rally page Change

TVS Motor

Apache RTX

From ₹1.99 Lakh

Full Apache RTX page Change
Honda XR300 RallyStandard · ₹2.08 Lakh
TVS Apache RTXApache RTX Base · ₹1.99 Lakh

What's different

On the versions picked above

Price XR300 Rally: ₹2.08 Lakh Apache RTX: ₹1.99 Lakh (ahead) Apache RTX ₹8,500 cheaper
Braking XR300 Rally: Not listed Apache RTX: Dual-channel ABS
Mileage XR300 Rally: Not published Apache RTX: 32 kmpl Claimed
Power XR300 Rally: Not published Apache RTX: 36 PS
Versions XR300 Rally: 1 Apache RTX: 3 (ahead)

Pick the Apache RTX for the lower price and more versions.

Spec by spec

Price

Ex-showroom
₹2.08 Lakh
₹1.99 Lakh
On-road in
₹2.36 Lakh
₹2.26 Lakh
EMI, 3 years, 20% down
₹6,259 a month
₹6,011 a month

Headline figures

Powertrain
Petrol, manual
Petrol, manual
Power
Not listed
36 PS
Torque
Not listed
28.5 Nm
Gearbox
Manual
Manual
Mileage
Not published
32 kmpl

Vehicle Details

Body Type
Adventure motorcycle (Honda calls it the Versatile Terrain Conqueror)
Not listed
Ex-showroom Price (Kerala)
Rs 1,99,900
Not listed
Booking Status
Pre-booking open at Honda BigWing dealerships
Not listed
Delivery Timeline
Full specifications unlock in Q3 FY 2026-27, with deliveries commencing shortly after
Not listed
Unveiled
24 July 2026
Not listed
Manufacturing
Made in India
Not listed
Positioning
Honda's touring-focused XR300, sitting above the XR300L
Not listed

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Single-cylinder, air-cooled with oil cooler
Single cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve
Displacement
293.5 cc
299 cc
Gearbox
6-speed manual
6-speed manual
Fuel Type
Petrol
Not listed
Bore x Stroke
Not listed
78 mm x 62.6 mm
Compression Ratio
Not listed
11.6:1
Cooling
Not listed
Liquid Cooled
Clutch
Not listed
Assist and slipper clutch
Drive Type
Not listed
Chain drive

Brakes & Wheels

Front Brake
Disc
Not listed
Rear Brake
Disc
Not listed
ABS
2-channel, switchable
Not listed
Front Wheel Size
21 inch
Not listed
Rear Wheel Size
18 inch
Not listed
Wheel Type
Wire-spoke
Alloy, 19-inch front / 17-inch rear
Front Brake Type & Diameter
Not listed
Disc, 320 mm, radial caliper
Rear Brake Type & Diameter
Not listed
Disc, 240 mm, floating caliper
ABS/CBS Type
Not listed
Dual-channel ABS
Front Tyre Size
Not listed
110/80-19
Rear Tyre Size
Not listed
150/70-17
Tyre Type
Not listed
Tubeless

Suspension & Chassis

Front Suspension
Telescopic fork
41mm USD forks
Rear Suspension
Gas-charged Pro-link monoshock
Monoshock absorber
Frame Type
Not listed
Steel trellis frame
Wheelbase
Not listed
1,430 mm
Ground Clearance
Not listed
200 mm

Dimensions

Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
12.5 litres
Seat Height
Not listed
835 mm
Kerb Weight
Not listed
180 kg

Instrument Cluster

Type
5-inch TFT
Not listed
Connectivity
Honda RoadSync: turn-by-turn navigation, call and SMS alerts
Not listed
Display Type
Not listed
5-inch TFT digital
Bluetooth/Navigation
Not listed
Yes on top trim: turn-by-turn navigation, map mirroring, GoPro control

Safety & Convenience

Traction Control
Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)
Yes
ABS
2-channel, rear ABS can be switched off
Not listed
Wind Protection
Taller windscreen
Not listed
Hand Protection
Knuckle guards
Not listed
Switchgear
More comprehensive than the XR300L
Not listed
Riding Modes
Not listed
4 modes: Urban, Tour, Rally, and a fourth mode sources call either Road or Rain
Quickshifter
Not listed
Standard on Top/BTO trims, not on the base trim
Cruise Control
Not listed
Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not listed
Optional
Windscreen
Not listed
Yes, manually adjustable

Lights

Headlight
Not listed
LED with DRL
Taillight
Not listed
LED
Turn Indicators
Not listed
LED

Seat & Storage

Seat Type
Not listed
Stepped pillion seat

Choice

Versions
1 version
3 versions
Price range
₹2.08 Lakh
₹1.99 Lakh – ₹2.34 Lakh
Colours
2 colours
5 colours

Features are what each maker lists for its top versions. "Not listed" means the maker's sheet does not mention it, not that the vehicle lacks it.

Same engine and gearbox, closest price

Pick a pair to compare those two versions

Petrol, manual

Standard₹2.08 Lakh Apache RTX Base₹1.99 Lakh Apache RTX ₹8,500 less

On-road price by city

XR300 Rally Standard against Apache RTX Apache RTX Base

CityXR300 RallyApache RTXGap
Mumbai₹2.42 Lakh₹2.32 LakhApache RTX ₹9,579 less
Pune₹2.42 Lakh₹2.32 LakhApache RTX ₹9,579 less
New Delhi₹2.36 Lakh₹2.26 LakhApache RTX ₹9,324 less
Bengaluru₹2.56 Lakh₹2.46 LakhApache RTX ₹10,174 less
Chennai₹2.44 Lakh₹2.34 LakhApache RTX ₹9,664 less
Hyderabad₹2.56 Lakh₹2.4 LakhApache RTX ₹16,159 less
Ahmedabad₹2.31 Lakh₹2.22 LakhApache RTX ₹9,154 less
Kolkata₹2.4 Lakh₹2.3 LakhApache RTX ₹9,494 less

Ex-showroom price plus road tax, registration and insurance, by each state's rules. Dealers may add handling charges and accessories.

Common questions

Which is cheaper, the XR300 Rally or the Apache RTX?

The Apache RTX, by ₹8,500 on the versions compared here: XR300 Rally Standard at ₹2.08 Lakh against Apache RTX Apache RTX Base at ₹1.99 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹2.36 Lakh against ₹2.26 Lakh.

What is the EMI on each?

About ₹6,259 a month for the XR300 Rally and ₹6,011 for the Apache RTX, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over 3 years at 12%.

Compare the rivals

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