TVS RTR 125 Features Explained
TVS’s new streetfighter is only a 125, but it’s loaded like a much bigger bike
The TVS unveiled the all-new RTR 125 at EICMA 2026 as a premium, beginner-friendly streetfighter built mainly for European A1 licence holders. It’s the first modern TVS production bike with a liquid-cooled 125cc engine, and the smallest of its kind from the brand. Here’s what comes with it:
Convenience Features
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5" TFT with connectivity. The color TFT allows multiway connectivity and full screen mirroring of maps. Navigation is displayed on the dashboard so that you do not need a phone mount and can look at the map without taking too much focus away from riding.
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Directional navigation button on the left switchgear. Dedicated button for scrolling through the TFT menu and settings without removing your hand from the handlebar.
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Cruise control. This one’s a bit rare for a 125cc motorcycle. It should come in handy for following speed limits on the highways (if the rider ends up on the occasional stretch), and also reduces rider fatigue.
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Adjustable clutch and brake levers. This makes it easier for beginners with small hands to control the clutch and brakes.
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Ride modes and slip-assist clutch. The engine features multiple riding modes, and though details of the same are scarce as of now, expect them to be similar to what TVS offers in its other more premium bikes like the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. The 6-speed transmission features assist and slipper clutch. So pulling the clutch lever should be effortless, and the slipper function also makes aggressive downshifting safer by letting the wheel slip instead of lock-up.
Safety and Protection
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Windscreen and handguards. The large transparent windscreen offers some wind protection, and the handguards offer protection to the levers as well as your hands.
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Projector LED headlamp, LED tail lamp and indicators. Compared to regular LED headlights, projectors should offer better illumination. The LED DRLs also look pretty cool, and the indicators are similar to that of the TVS Apache RTX300.
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Dual channel switchable ABS. Dual channel ABS that can be turned off, making it possible for skilled riders to perform controlled slides.
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Brakes, Suspension and Tyres. The RTR 125 has ByBre petal discs on both front and rear wheels which dissipate heat better than circular disc brakes. With a KYB inverted fork and a monoshock, it looks like it would be nimble around town. Note that the fork is not adjustable, whereas the rear is likely to get preload adjustment only. The 17-inch alloys are wrapped with tubeless, grippy Eurogrip Protorq Extreme radial tyre at the rear and Eurogrip Sportorq up front.
BikeDekho Says
TVS aims to make a mark in the 125cc segment in developed markets including Europe, which is why the brand had to go all-out in making a modern, sharp-looking, feature-packed 125cc motorcycle designed for commuters and learners.
As for the TVS RTR 125 India launch, it’s unlikely to happen as it would become too expensive for what it offers. The 125cc segment here is extremely price conscious, so the RTR 125 in India would command a price that’s closer to 160cc bikes. With such a healthy feature-set, Indian buyers are better off seeking more powerful 160 or 200cc bikes for the same amount of money.
