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TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Long Term Report 1: Introduction

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Charles Pennefather

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Introduction

We’ve ridden both the carbureted TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and the fuel-injected one at the TVS test track a while ago, and we’ve recently also had a go with it on our favourite roads, and with strong competition as well. Now it is time for the long haul. 

This is the example in question: the looks of the RTR 200, but with a smaller, more efficient engine that promises fun and economy in equal doses. You can read about the specs here, but let me quickly go through the highlights: it is a completely different motorcycle to the previous 160 – note the (scarlet) four-valve engine head, and the monoshock rear. It is quite similar to the 200, the only visual differences besides the paint schemes being the single seat and the lack of a fake vent on the panels next to the seat. Oh, and it generates class-leading power and torque figures, in fuel-injected form. Ours is a carburetted version with a rear disc brake, which nets us the slightly wider 130mm rear tyre. 

 

Over the next few months we’ll put the Apache through its paces – commuting, touring, and hopefully some time on a racetrack as well. For now, we’re excited to begin our journey with the Apache RTR 160 4V. 

Stats

Odometer: 312km

Kilometres ridden: None. Yet.

Fuel efficiency: NA

Photos: Kapil Angane/Kaustubh Gandhi 

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TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Action
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Front Three-Quarter
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Front Three-Quarter
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Tank
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Tank
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Tank
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Tank
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Tank

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