Harley-Davidson Bobcat vs TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Bobcatstacks up against the TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson BobcatTVS Apache RTR 180 ABS
Model year19662016
Price
Engine175 cc177 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Torque16 Nm
Weight130 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. ABS
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. ABS
Tires90/90-17 / 110/80-17

Harley-Davidson Bobcat vs TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Bobcat and the TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Bobcat brings its published horsepower, while the TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS counters with 17 hp at 130 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: