TVS Developing a High Performance Bike
Chennai based company TVS Motors seems trying hard to regain its lost position in the Indian market. TVS was doing well with its commuter TVS Victor and scooter Scooty and sports...
Chennai based company TVS Motors seems trying hard to regain its lost position in the Indian market. TVS was doing well with its commuter TVS Victor and scooter Scooty and sports bike Apache, but out of these, the Victor has been phased out, Scooty is also not doing that well, and Apache's sales are no different. The company has faced a 8% dip in sales in fiscal 2012-13. And to make things better the company has made some swift decisions; they are in talks with BMW Motorrad for a collaboration. Additionally, they have announced an all new bike to target middleweight section and to rival the likes of Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS, Honda CBR250R and KTM Duke 200. Also a high-powered scooter model, which will be positioned right above the Wego 110 and the relaunch of its popular commuter TVS Victor. Is on the cards.
Well, on these announcements, our reaction is that the company is a little late, how? Let us explain, the high performance bike is still in initial stages and will hit Indian market only in 2014 or 2015, meanwhile there is major chunk of performance bikes to be launched like KTM Duke 390, Honda CBR500R, Ninja 300R etc. So, there will be a fierce competition for this new comer. On the other hand, the upcoming 125cc scooter is expected to come in later half of 2013 and here again a tough competition will welcome it, including Suzuki Access and Swish, Honda Dio and Mahindra Duro.
The commuter segment might welcome the Victor in 2013, but it all depends that how good the product will be, the same thing also applies on the high performance bike and scooter. The performance/sports bike from TVS might be a faired version of the Apache and it might have a 200 capacity. Company is in final stages to collaborate with BMW Motorrad, and if the same happens the upcoming bike might have a German heart. For now, the Indian bikemaker is relying on its newly launched commuter TVS Phoenix and unisex scooter TVS Wego 110.
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (2009-2025) User Reviews
- Very good forI am very satisfied with the bike's performance. It offers good performance and comfortable riding. The engine is smooth, mileage is ok and maintenance cost are reasonable. Overall it is a reliable bike for daily use and long rides. I would recommend to others for use and bike's look is very cool and I did some modification in bike for good look.Read More
- Urgent sell bikeApache RTR 4v black is quite good bike as compared to other brand. This bike offer 17 bhp and 15 nm torque which is quite fast coming to looks. It looks like naked super bike with red black colour combination. It offer three riding mode with tft display and abs braking which is single only with better mileage in this segment.Read More1 1
- Great Performance and Handling but City Mileage CoI chose the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V TFT USD model mainly for its sporty design, features and strong road presence. The bike feels very stable on highways and comfortable for daily city rides. Handling is sharp and confidence inspiring. It is also good for family usage when riding normally. Overall the build quality, braking and features like TFT display make the bike feel premium in this segment. Ride quality so far has been very good. The Apache RTR 160 4V TFT USD has excellent handling and stability. In highways the bike feels planted and smooth even at higher speeds. Braking performance and suspension are also good for most road conditions. But the biggest downside for me is the city mileage. In city I am getting around 28 to 32 kmpl, which is lower than expected for a 160cc bike. If someone wants good performance, sporty design, great handling and modern features, the Apache RTR 160 4V TFT USD is a very good choice. However mileage is the only reason I hesitate to recommend it to everyone. Competitors like Pulsar N160 give better mileage in city conditions. So if mileage is your main priority you may consider other options, but apart from that the bike is really enjoyable to ride.Read More3
- A Perfect Balance of Power and Style.I chose the Apache RTR 160 Limited Edition for its sporty performance, sharp handling, unique limited-edition looks, good mileage, and reliable TVS build, making it perfect for daily use with a premium feel. Apache RTR 160 Limited Edition so far is smooth and fun it feels responsive with good pickup, confident in city traffic, and stable at higher speeds. The handling is sharp and the overall ride quality is comfortable for daily commuting as well as weekend rides. I would recommend the Apache rtr 160 Limited Edition if you are looking for a bike that fun to ride, reliable, good on mileage, and turns heads with its sporty looks. It is a great all round choice for both daily commuting and weekend rides.Read More2 1
- Apache RTR reviewAccording to online review it's the best bike in the segment. I reviewed other bikes in the segment and everybody has their pros and cons but this is the overall best friend and it has been running on the roads were years that's why. Very punchy and comfortable. It's very manuvareble in traffic and the blood through technology is very helpful in the driving also when it comes to I wait as a very good performance. Mileage is pretty good. Yes to anyone in this segment. Even even has an interesting 160 CC segment this is the best way to go for according to me as it as too much features for the price range and it is very much good for this age group.Read More6 3