New TVS Apache RTR Fi

TVS seems to be on a roll, all set to be the 'youth brand' in the Indian Motorcycling segment. Bajaj wanted this position, but seems, TVS won the race.

Last week, when TVS announced the launch of its new three-wheeler range, they surprised everyone with the sexy looking 125cc FLAME and most importantly the new Fuel Injected Apache RTR.

More on the RTR Fi then:

Heres a press release from TVS:

TVS Motor Company is for the first time offering Electronic Fuel Injection technology in the 160cc category. The new technology, which consists of an Electronic Control Unit (ECU) made up of sensors, fuel pump and injector. ECU receives the data from sensors, processes them and delivers optimum fuel and ignition timing. The Electronic Fuel Injection technology offers better engine smoothness, faster throttle response, lower emissions, good cold start and recovery, better idle stability, good drivability, better fuel economy and performance consistency at various altitudes and environments. The Apache RTR EFI also offers instantaneous response throughout the rev range. Another first time offering in this segment would be the rear disc brake facility.

Specifications:

Engine
Displacement: 159.7cc
Engine: Fuel injected 4-stroke single cylinder
Max. Power: 11.54kw @ 8500 ( 15.7bhp @ 8500 )
Max. Torque: 13.1 Nm @ 6500
Gear Box: 5 Speed constant mesh
Clutch: Multi-Plate Wet Type
Bore x stroke (mm): 62x 52.9
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Fuel system: Electronic Fuel injection

Wheels & Tyre
Wheel Type: Diecast Alloy
Tyre Front: 90 x 90 - 17
Rear: 100 X 80 - 18

Brakes
Brake Front: Dia 270mm disc brake, petal type
Brake Rear: Drum 130mm dia, Optional Rear Disk brake

Suspension
Front: Telescopic Hydraulic fork
Rear: Mono tube 5 step adjustable Canister - Gas filled shock absorbers

Electricals
Head lamp: 12V 35/35W Halogen HS1, Clear lens with MFR
Tail lamp: 12V 0.5 W. LED-Twin triangle with prism on lens
Turn signal lamp: 12V 10W
Battery type & capacity: 12V, 9.0 Ah
Ignition system: High energy IDI System

Dimensions
Height: 1100 mm
Length: 2020 mm
Width: 730 mm
Wheelbase: 1300 mm
Ground Clearance: 180mm
Kerb weight: 136 kgs
Fuel Tank Capacity: 16.0 Litre

Performance
Max speed 120 kph (company claimed)

Expected Price
Rs 3500-4500 more than the Carb version

On sale:
Around Diwali