TVS unveiled their new products for the premium and executive segments today with the launch of the new Apache RTR 200 4V and Victor for the Indian market today. Team Motoroids brought you all the updates and images from the launch event. Now while we await our colleague to come back with his first ride impressions, you can have a look at all the official details and images of the new TVS Apache RTR 200 4V through this article.
Here is the official release and more details:
TVS Motor Company, one of India’s largest two wheeler manufacturers, launched two of its much awaited motorcycles, TVS Apache RTR 200 and TVS Victor in Chennai today.
These versatile and visually exciting motorcycles will be positioned in the premium and executive segments respectively. Poised to be game changers in their respective segments, both products set the benchmark even higher with emphatic design language, class leading technology and an arresting interplay of attractive graphics. With this launch, the company now has the widest product portfolio.
Unveiling the new motorcycles at the launch, Venu Srinivasan, Chairman, TVS Motor Company said, “TVS Motor has been at the forefront in bringing new and relevant technology to our customers. TVS Motor, is defined by its state of the art engineering, excellence in technology and superior quality of products. Our commitment to our customers is our primary focus. This launch is yet another reiteration of the TVS promise, to deliver high quality, customer centric products.”
K N Radhakrishnan, President and CEO, TVS Motor Company, added, “The success of TVS Victor first launched in 2002 laid the foundation for TVS Motor in India. We are constantly evolving our products to offer technologically superior and youthful products to our customers. We believe that both TVS Apache RTR 200 and TVS Victor are world-class products as they take a big step forward in terms of performance with ride and handling so as to deliver complete rider control and comfort. They complement our existing product portfolio and have a strong potential in its respective segment. We have no doubt that both these motorcycles will be well accepted by our customers and will further spur the sales momentum that we have accrued over the last year.”
TVS Apache RTR 200
Designed to deliver an adrenalin rush with an exhilarating race performance, TVS Apache RTR 200’s advanced four valve racing O3C oil cooled oversquare, five-speed engine is equipped with balancer shaft mechanism and is programmed to whip up an impressive 20.5 PS @8500 rpm with a torque of 18.1 Nm @ 7000 rpm Apache RTR 200 also comes with a EFi variant and will be available in Indian & International markets.
For the first time in the 200cc segment, TVS has introduced an oil cooled combustion chamber with ram air assist, which enables the motorcycle to achieve a top speed of 128 km/h with an astounding performance of 0-60 km/h in a mere 3.9 seconds. This makes it one of the fastest accelerating motorcycles in its segment.
Racing origin split construction double cradle chassis with radically improved torsional and lateral stiffness aid in exceptional control and maneuverability. The bike’s high flow double barrel exhaust system not only ensures smooth outflow of exhaust but also adds to the aesthetics of the TVS Apache RTR 200.
Enhancing the performance and handling capabilities of the TVS Apache RTR 200 is a custom made Monoshock Suspension. The bike also boasts of a fully digital race diagnostic speedometer with 0-60 km/h and fastest lap time display. The bike comes with high grip, wide aspect ratio Remora tubeless tyres (with option of Pirelli tyres for special racing performance). The bike is equipped with petal discs and advanced double channel ABS with rear liftoff protection (RLP) facility.
TVS Apache RTR 200 sports a brand new hyper aggressive design language. Precise lines and clean edges with bold, racing inspired contrasts best describe the bike. The aesthetically crafted fuel tank can hold up to 12 liters of petrol (including reserve).
The Apache RTR 200 is equipped with electric -start and comes in six stunning matte finishes including yellow, red, white, titanium grey and black. Glossy black is also available as an option. The Apache RTR 200 will be available in both EFI and Carburetor versions with an option of Pirelli tyres.
Technical Specifications
ENGINE & PERFORMANCE | ||||
Type | SI, 4 stroke, Oil Cooled | |||
Engine Capacity | 197.75 cm3 | |||
Cylinder Arrangement | Single | |||
Maximum Power | 21.0 ps @ 8500 rpm/15.46 kw @ 8500 rpm | |||
Maximum Torque | 18.1 Nm @ 7000 rpm | |||
Bore | 66 mm | |||
Stroke | 57.8 mm | |||
Carburettor / fuel injection | Keihin CV / bosch-closed loop | |||
Bore to Stroke Ratio | 1.14 | |||
Valve Per Cylinder | 4 valves | |||
Starting | Electric Start | |||
Idle Speed | 1400 ± 200rpm | |||
Ignition | IDI – Dual Mode Digital Ignition / mapped ignition system | |||
Power to Weight Ratio | 0.1019 kW/ton / 104.1 kw/ton | |||
Compression Ratio | 9.7 :1 | |||
Air Filter | Paper Filter | |||
Cooling System | Oil Cooler with Ram Air Assist | |||
Muffler | Twin Pipe and Twin Barrel Design | |||
Clutch | Wet Multi Plate – 6 Plate Design | |||
Gear box | 5 Speed Gear Box | |||
Max Speed | 128 kmph / 129 kmph | |||
Acceleration | ||||
0-2sec (speed in km/h) | 38 km/h | |||
0-60km/h (time in sec) | 3.95 s / 3.9 s | |||
0-100km/h (time in sec) | 12 s | |||
CHASSIS, SUSPENSION & ELECTRICAL | ||||
Rear Suspension | Mono Tube – Monoshock | |||
Frame | Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame | |||
Front Suspension | Telescopic Forks | |||
Battery | 12V, 9Ah | |||
Headlamp | 60/55W, H4 Bulb with All-Time On LED Position Lamp | |||
Tail Lamp | LED 2.5W | |||
WHEEL, TYRE & BRAKE | ||||
Rim Size (front) | 1.85×17″ | |||
Rim Size (rear) | 3.50×17″ | |||
Tyre Size (front) | 90/90-17″ Tubeless | |||
Tyre Size (rear) | 130/70-17″ Tubeless | |||
Front | Disc (270 mm Petal type) | |||
Rear | Disc (240 mm Petal type) | |||
Brake Fluid | DOT 3 / DOT 4 | |||
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT & FUEL TANK CAPACITY | ||||
Height | 1105 mm | |||
Length | 2050 mm | |||
Width | 790 mm | |||
Wheelbase | 1353 mm | |||
Ground Clearance | 180 mm | |||
Saddle Height | 800 mm | |||
Kerb Weight | 148 kg / 148.5 | |||
Max Payload | 130 kg | |||
Full | 12 L | |||
Reserve | 2.5 L |
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No ABS???