It’s been a hectic few months for TVS Motor Company with a slew of launches since December 2017, starting with the roll-out of its first supersport premium motorcycle – the Apache RR 310. The company subsequently launched two new variants of the Apache RTR 200 4V as well as its first 125 cc scooter – the NTORQ 125. Maintaining the ‘launch’ momentum, the Indian two-wheeler manufacturer recently rolled out its newest model in the naked premium motorcycle segment, the Apache RTR 160 4V. We bring you a first ride report.
INTRODUCTION
Ever since the launch of the Apache RTR series, the company has focused on building motorcycles that are performance-oriented combined with practical usability. TVS Racing has invested a considerable amount of time in the development of the Apache RTR 160 4V, with regards to the engine, suspension, braking and even some level of styling. TVS has launched the Apache RTR 160 4V motorcycle in three variants – carburettor & front disc; carburettor with front & rear discs and electronic fuel injection (EFI) with front & rear discs. The EFI variant of the motorcycle is called Apache RTR 160 Fi 4V.
We had an opportunity to ride the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V at the company’s test track in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, and bring you a lowdown on all the features of this new Apache RTR entry-level premium motorcycle.
DESIGN
The new TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is born of the company’s six-time Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship (INMRC) winning motorcycle, the Group B RTR 165. Design-wise, this motorcycle is also based on the Draken Concept that was showcased at the 2014 Auto Expo. This results in the Apache RTR 160 4V having an identical design language to that of the first Apache RTR motorcycle to feature the Draken Concept-based design cue, the 200 4V.
The Apache RTR 160 4V features a forward- biased design, with all the design elements identical from the front mudguard, headlight unit, fuel tank and side shields. The differentiation in design is seen in the form of six-spoke alloy wheels, grey front suspension legs, single handle bar, single seat, silver colour side shields and newly-designed panelling around the rear seat. It would be difficult to differentiate the RTR 160 4V from its eldest sibling at a glance, but that works more in favour of the motorcycle as the overall design is a strong one to begin with.
This story is from the April 2018 edition of Auto Tech Review.
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