The TVS Apache RTR 180cc bike

TVS is also planning few upgrades of the Apache (180 and 200 cc).

TVS India is planning to launch their all-new Apache RTR 180cc bike for the Indian markets. The TVS Apache RTR 180cc bike is expected to be codenamed as the ‘Menace’ and will also load on the 180-cc engine that features a power rating of 17.3 PS beating the 223-cc Hero Honda Karizma, and also the Bajaj Pulsar 180cc.TVS Apache RTR 180cc bike will be in the sporty look as of the 3rd generation TVS Apache RTR 160cc, 0-60 km/hour timings, and digital speedometer with top speed.

Features of the TVS Apache RTR 180cc bike include:-
Petal-shaped disc brakes
- Bigger RTR sticker on the tank scoops
- Naked chain cover
- LED tail lamps
- Clip on handlebar
- White back light for the speedometer
- Service and battery indicator
- Feature to test the top speed and 0 - 60kmph timing on the digital display
- RTR 180 logo near the clip-on’s
- Wider 110/80-17 rear tyre

Design:
The bike will retain the basic lines of the current RTR, retaining the basic look of a naked sports bike. But with no front scoop this time. And for a good reason too, the front is now going to house a semi-full faring that will expose part of the engine and give it that naked bike look too.
The bike will have a digital speedometer with top speed, 0-60 timer, trips, and other extra functionality plus stunning looks.

Ride and Handling:
The current RTR handles like a charm with loads of feedback from both the front and rear end. TVS won’t make a mistake in the handling department, although the company is looking to keep the setup to a slightly sportier side. With front and rear disk brakes and a proposed mono-shock we have a new dream bike in development here. Rumours are that TVS might be going overboard with the weight distribution and balancing and we might have a surprise exhaust this time.

Engine Specifications:-
Displacement: 180cc-
Engine: 4 Stroke, EFi
- Maximum Power: 17.3 Bhp
- Maximum Torque: 16.5
- Gears: 5 Speed- Clutch: Wet, Multi Plate
- Bore: 0
- Stroke: 0
- Engine Block Material: Iron Block
- Chassis Type: Double Cradle
- Cooling Type: Air Cooling

Dimensions:-
Length: 2020.00 mm
- Width: 730.00 mm
- Height: 1100.00 mm
- Weight: 140.00 kg
- Ground Clearance: 180.00 mm
- Fuel Tank: 16.00 ltrs
- Wheelbase: 1300.00 mm
- Headlamp: 12V 35/35W Halogen HS1, Clear lens with MFR
- Wheel Type: Mag Alloys
- Tubeless: True
- Colors: Yellow, Matt Grey & Red

Expected Price :75,000 to 1,00,000
Expected Launch: May 2009