TVS Raider 125 Split Seat Variant: All You Need To Know
It offers sporty styling and essential features at a more accessible price
The TVS Raider 125 is one of the most popular sporty commuter bikes in India, known for its sharp design and smooth performance. The Split Seat variant sits in the middle of the lineup and focuses on delivering the Raider’s sporty appeal without adding too many features. Here’s a simple breakdown of what this variant offers and whether it suits your needs:
Price & Positioning
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TVS Raider 125 Variants |
Price |
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Drum |
Rs 82,000 |
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Single Seat |
Rs 87,600 |
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Split Seat |
Rs 91,650 |
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iGo |
Rs 91,650 |
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SSE |
Rs 92,650 |
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SXC DD |
Rs 95,225 |
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TFT DD |
Rs 97,050 |
The TVS Raider 125 Split Seat variant sits above the Single Seat variant and below the more feature-loaded iGO, SSE, DD variants. Here’s our detailed variant explainer as well.
Looks
The TVS Raider is widely known for its sporty design, and the Split Seat variant is no different
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Sharp LED headlights with split LED DRLs
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Muscular fuel tank with sporty extensions
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Split seat setup for a sportier appearance
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Underbelly and engine cowl add further add to its sporty intent
The split seat gives the bike a sportier and more premium appearance compared to the single-seat version, making it more appealing to younger riders. Also check out our detailed image gallery of the TVS Raider.
Features
The Split Seat variant keeps things simple and practical:
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Colour LCD instrument console
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Bluetooth connectivity with multiple app-based features
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Turn-by-turn navigation, phone alerts, music controls
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Gear position indicator
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Real-time and average mileage display
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Silent starter (Integrated Starter Generator)
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Voice assistant
The display is easy to read and provides all the necessary ride information for daily commuting.
Other convenience features include:
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LED headlight and tail light
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Side-stand down engine cut-off
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USB charging port
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Storage space under the pillion seat
Here’s a detailed feature explainer of the Raider 125.
Safety & Hardware
The Split Seat variant offers:
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A front 240mm petal disc
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Rear 130mm drum brake
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Combined Braking System (CBS)
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Telescopic fork and monoshock
This setup provides decent braking performance and comfort for everyday city rides.
Engine & Performance
The Raider Split 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 ‘iGo Assist’ from the integrated starter generator (ISG) provides a slight electric boost when you accelerate hard, easing overtakes, and Glide Through Technology (GTT) helps ride smoothly at low speeds without any throttle input.
Our Take
The TVS Raider Split Seat is aimed at riders who want sporty styling and solid everyday performance without spending extra on more features. It covers the basics well and keeps the youthful character intact. If you want ABS or dual disc brakes, you will need to look at higher variants. But for simple daily commuting with a sporty touch, the Split Seat variant makes practical sense.
If you’re thinking of buying this TVS bike, check our Ultimate Buying Guide for it. You can also look at our detailed explainer for the SSE, SXC DD, and TFT DD variant of the Raider. Those looking for a more convenient seating can take a look at the Single Seat variant of the TVS Raider.
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 More4 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 More32 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