TVS Raider 125 Single Seat Variant: All You Need To Know
This variant has a sporty appeal while also being more comfortable
The TVS Raider 125 is one of the most popular sporty 125cc bikes in India, known for its aggressive design and performance to match. The Single Seat variant focuses on delivering the Raider’s sporty appeal while subjectively being more comfortable due to its single-piece seat. Here’s what it offers and whether it suits your needs:
Price & Positioning
The TVS Raider 125 Single Seat sits above the base Drum variant, and below the more sporty Split Seat variant. Here’s our detailed variant explainer for the Raider.
Looks
The TVS Raider gets a sporty design, but the Single Seat version is different because it gets a single-piece seat as compared to the Split Seat setup on the other variants
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Sharp looking LED headlamp with split DRLs
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Sporty fuel tank with extensions
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Underbelly engine cowl adds to its sporty intent
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Compact rear section with an LED tail lamp
It is offered in two colours: Striking Red, and Wicked Black. Also check out our detailed image gallery of the Raider.
Features
The Single Seat variant keeps things simple and practical:
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Colour LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, phone alerts, music controls, and even a voice assistant
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Gear position indicator, real-time and average mileage display
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‘ISG’ – Integrated Starter Generator (Silent starter)
The console has a clean layout, is easy to read, and displays all necessary information for commuting.
Other convenience features include:
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Side-stand down engine cut-off sensor
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USB charging port
Here’s our detailed feature explainer for the Raider.
Safety & Hardware
The Single Seat variant offers:
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Front 240mm petal disc, and rear 130mm drum brakes – with combined braking system (CBS)
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Telescopic fork and monoshock
This setup provides decent braking performance for everyday city riding and even the occasional highway run.
Engine & Performance
The Raider Single Seat uses the same engine as the rest of the lineup.
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Engine |
124.8cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder |
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Power |
11.38PS at 7,500rpm |
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Torque |
11.75Nm at 6,000rpm (with iGo assist) |
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Gearbox |
5-speed |
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Ride Modes |
3 (Eco, Power, Boost) |
The assist from the ISG gives a slight electric boost when you accelerate and during overtakes. The GTT (Glide Through Technology) helps you ride at low speeds without any throttle input, especially useful in stop-and-go traffic.
Our Take
The TVS Raider 125 Single Seat is for riders who want the sharp styling and performance but with the comfort of a single-piece seat. If you want a split seat setup or ABS, you will need to look at higher spec variants. If you want to buy this TVS bike, check out our Ultimate Buying Guide. Or you can also see what else you can get for a similar price.
TVS Raider User Reviews
- TVS- RAIDERI choose raider because one of my friend suggested me to buy as this bike is good nice looks and good mileage. The solo seat version of the bike is very good looking like similar to pulsar and it feels very light weight to ride this bike. The ride with the TVS raider was amazing till now, no breaking points were given by this bike, still rides the same smooth and the sound of the filter of this bike is best. The disc provided is also good, breaks tyres, engines, every thing is very good. I would like to recommend this bike to everyone other because of its looks, smooth rides, pretty good disc, nice colours, best engines, nice mileage and more than that the trust on TVS. They have been creating beats like this for very long now.Read More5 5
- My experience with TVS Raider.I wanted a bike with a decent mileage per litre because my work demands inter district commute. And after extensive search I found Raider. I wanted a bike that wasn't too boring for a mileage centred bike and this was my fair bet. Overall ride experience is satisfactory. Braking is bit off, that can be improved but if you're going in a decent speed, it shouldn't be a concern for you but if you're in a rush, it sure will affect you in one way or the other. But didn't have any bad experience till this day. Yeah, I'd recommend this bike but its safe, if you give it a test drive and make sure it's suited according to your needs. You should not feel bad after making the purchase in my opinion. But its a solid choice according to me.Read More33 27
- TVS Raider 125 in mint conditionIts a good reliable bike with good performance and great mileage. Best bike for daily commute. Recently installed new genuine TVS speedometer as my old speedometer was not working. Bike is in great condition. The colour of bike is red and black and it look awesome. Over all bike is super in performance, handling and mileage.Read More28 24
- Review after 1800+kmFirst of all this is my very first motorcycle. After test drive i liked the initial pull and the riding posture. so i picked this one as my friend. I also liked the motorcycle's exhaust note in stock condition. Comfort depends on how you sitting on your bike. In my opinion it gives a good comfort. Mileage also depends on your driving style. Currently after the first service I'm getting a 67-69 kmpl. Recommended speed is 55-65 km/h. Yes. If you need a daily commuter you can definitely choose this one. It gives a good comfort, decent mileage and also a some fun . You can easily cruise on a 60-69 kmph without any discomfort, above that there is vibrations.Read More5 16
- A Perfect Balance of comfort and StyleI selected TVS raider because it is stylish, Fuel efficient and comfortable for daily commuting. It also has Modern features which make it better then other bikes in this range. It has a Sporty design with a refined 125CC engine which gives around 60 kmpl mileage The ride has been very practical and enjoyable. It feels like a smart daily partner light in traffic, quick when needed, and very comfortable even during longer rides. It never feels tiring. This bike feels good. I would recommend the TVS Raider because it genuinely makes everyday riding smooth. In city traffic, it feels light and easy to handle, and the pickup is good enough for quick overtakes. At the same time, it gives decent mileage, so it does not put pressure on fuel expenses. Overall, it feels like a smart and practical choice for daily use.Read More8 15