TVS Apache RTR 180 vs Yamaha FZ Rave

Prices, specs and on-road cost, side by side. Updated 1 Oct 2026.

TVS Motor

Apache RTR 180

From ₹1.27 Lakh

Apache RTR 180 version

Full Apache RTR 180 page Change

Yamaha

FZ Rave

From ₹1.25 Lakh

FZ Rave version

Full FZ Rave page Change

TVS Apache RTR 180Apache RTR 180 Disc Bluetooth · ₹1.27 Lakh

Only differences

Yamaha FZ RaveFZ Rave · ₹1.25 Lakh

What's different

On the versions picked above

Price Apache RTR 180: ₹1.27 Lakh FZ Rave: ₹1.25 Lakh (ahead) FZ Rave ₹2,010 cheaper

Braking Apache RTR 180: Single-channel ABS FZ Rave: Single-channel ABS

Mileage Apache RTR 180: 45 kmpl FZ Rave: Not published Claimed

Power Apache RTR 180: 17.13 PS (ahead) FZ Rave: 12.4 PS Torque 15.5 vs 13.3 Nm

Weight Apache RTR 180: 140 kg FZ Rave: 136 kg Seat height 790 vs 790 mm

Pick the Apache RTR 180 for more power.

Pick the FZ Rave for the lower price.

Spec by spec

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Price

Ex-showroom

₹1.27 Lakh

₹1.25 Lakh

On-road in

₹1.47 Lakh

₹1.41 Lakh

EMI, 5 years, 20% down

₹2,466 a month

₹2,370 a month

Headline figures

Powertrain

Petrol, manual

Power

17.13 PS

12.4 PS

Torque

15.5 Nm

13.3 Nm

Gearbox

Manual

Mileage

45 kmpl

Not published

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Single cylinder, air/oil-cooled

Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve, fuel injected

Displacement (cc)

177.4 cc

149

Bore x Stroke

62 mm x 58 mm

57.3 x 57.9 mm

Compression Ratio

10.0:1

9.6:1

Cooling

Air/Oil Cooled

Air-cooled

Gearbox

5-speed manual

5-speed, constant mesh

Clutch

Wet multiplate

Wet, multi-disc

Drive Type

Chain drive

Not listed

Ethanol Compatibility

Not listed

E20 fuel compatible

Brakes & Wheels

Front Brake Type & Diameter

Petal disc, 270 mm

Disc, 282 mm

Rear Brake Type & Diameter

Petal disc, 200 mm

Disc, 220 mm

ABS/CBS Type

Single Channel ABS

Single-channel ABS (Bosch), front

Wheel Type

Alloy, 17-inch front & rear

Alloy, finished in vermillion

Tyre Type

Tubeless

Not listed

Front Tyre Size

Not listed

100/80-17M/C 52P, tubeless

Rear Tyre Size

Not listed

140/60R-17M/C 63P, radial, tubeless

Suspension & Chassis

Front Suspension

Telescopic forks

Telescopic fork, 41 mm inner tubes

Rear Suspension

Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid

Swingarm with Monocross shock

Frame Type

Double cradle synchro stiff

Diamond

Wheelbase (mm)

1,326 mm

1,330

Ground Clearance (mm)

180 mm

165

Dimensions

Length (mm)

2,085 mm

1,990

Width (mm)

730 mm

780

Height (mm)

1,105 mm

1,080

Seat Height (mm)

790 mm

790

Kerb Weight (kg)

140 kg

136 (with oil and full fuel tank)

Fuel Tank Capacity (L)

12 litres

Instrument Cluster

Display Type

Digital

Negative LCD with digital speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge and clock

Bluetooth/Navigation

Yes, turn-by-turn navigation

Not listed

Gear Indicator

Yes

Not listed

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not listed

Not standard; Yamaha lists a Bluetooth Connectivity Kit accessory at Rs 999 (offer, marked down from Rs 3,999)

USB Charging

Not listed

Not standard; USB mobile charger accessory (Rs 840)

Safety & Convenience

Riding Modes

Sport, Urban, Rain

Not listed

Lights

Headlight

LED with DRL

LED, aggressive design

Taillight

LED

Bulb, 12V 21/5W

Turn Indicators

Halogen bulb

LED flashers available only as an accessory (Rs 1,790 for a set of 2)

Seat & Storage

Seat Type

Racing-style seat design, with pillion seat

Two-level seat

Choice

Versions

1 version

Price range

₹1.27 Lakh

₹1.25 Lakh

Colours

2 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

Apache RTR 180 Disc Bluetooth₹1.27 Lakh FZ Rave₹1.25 Lakh FZ Rave ₹2,010 less

On-road price in six cities

Apache RTR 180 Apache RTR 180 Disc Bluetooth against FZ Rave FZ Rave

City	Apache RTR 180	FZ Rave	Gap
Mumbai	₹1.51 Lakh	₹1.45 Lakh	FZ Rave ₹5,780 less
Pune	₹1.51 Lakh	₹1.45 Lakh	FZ Rave ₹5,780 less
New Delhi	₹1.47 Lakh	₹1.41 Lakh	FZ Rave ₹5,720 less
Bengaluru	₹1.59 Lakh	₹1.54 Lakh	FZ Rave ₹5,921 less
Chennai	₹1.52 Lakh	₹1.46 Lakh	FZ Rave ₹5,800 less
Hyderabad	₹1.56 Lakh	₹1.49 Lakh	FZ Rave ₹5,861 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 Apache RTR 180 or the FZ Rave?

The FZ Rave, by ₹2,010 on the versions compared here: Apache RTR 180 Apache RTR 180 Disc Bluetooth at ₹1.27 Lakh against FZ Rave FZ Rave at ₹1.25 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹1.47 Lakh against ₹1.41 Lakh.

Which is more powerful?

The Apache RTR 180 Apache RTR 180 Disc Bluetooth makes 17.13 PS and 15.5 Nm and the FZ Rave FZ Rave makes 12.4 PS and 13.3 Nm.

What is the EMI on each?

About ₹2,466 a month for the Apache RTR 180 and ₹2,370 for the FZ Rave, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over five years at 9.5%.