Indian two-wheeler manufacturer TVS Motor Company has launched its all-new 2018 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V bike in the country. It is based on the TVS Apache RTR 165 - six-time Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship (INMRC) winning motorcycle.
The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is available in both Carburetor and EFI variants, with the latter christened as TVS Apache RTR 160 Fi 4V.
The Carburetor & Front Disc Brake variant is available for Rs 81,490, the Carburetor & Front/Rear Disc Brake trim has been priced for Rs 84,490, and the EFI model is for Rs 89,990 (all prices ex-showroom Delhi).
The motorcycle gets a 159.7 cc, single-cylinder, 4- stroke, 4-valve, oil-cooled engine. The engine in EFI variant churns out 16.8PS @ 8000rpm and 14.8Nm @ 6500rpm, while for the Carburetor trim it stands at 16.5PS @ 8000 rpm and 14.8Nm @ 6500rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed super-slick gear box.
The newly launched bike boasts of a top speed of 114kmph (EFI), and 113kmph (Carburetor). It accelerates from 0-100kmph in 16.6 seconds (EFI) and 15.9 seconds (Carburetor).
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V comes with the TVS Motor Company patented Double-cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame Design for high-speed stability and handling on/off- track. For safety, it features both rear and front disc brakes.
The motorcycle boasts of a compact race design with chequered flag decals on the tank.
From styling perspective, the Apache has aggressive naked headlamp that has snake fangs inspired LED DRLs, fully-digital interactive speedometer, aerodynamically modelled street-fighter inspired muscular design, chiseled body and a sleek, sharp tail.
The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V series is available in three colours, namely, Racing Red, Metallic Blue and Knight Black.
It measures 2035mm X 790mm X 1050mm, with 1357mm of wheelbase, 180mm of ground clearance, and 800mm of saddle height.