Honda CB Unicorn 160 vs TVS RTR 165 (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB Unicorn 160stacks up against the TVS RTR 165. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB Unicorn 160TVS RTR 165
Model year20192016
Price
Engine163 cc165 cc
Horsepower14 hp
Torque14 Nm
Weight135 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Optional combined breaking system (CBS)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/100-17 / 110/90-17 90/80-17 / 110/70-17

Honda CB Unicorn 160 vs TVS RTR 165 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB Unicorn 160 and the TVS RTR 165 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB Unicorn 160 brings 14 hp in a 135 kg package, while the TVS RTR 165 counters with its own power figure.

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: