Friday, September 11, 2009

2009 TVS APACHE RTR 180 REVIEW



The Apache RTR 160 is the most successful bike marketted by TVS in the Indian markets. The RTR stands for "Racing Throttle Response". Apache was a good competetor to other 150cc bikes such as Honda Unicorn, Bajaj Pulsar 150 DTSi etc. After the great success of Apache RTR 160 in the Indian markets, TVS introduces new Apache RTR 180 in India. Read more to know the details.

Design & styling
The design, which had been considered as the plus point of Apache bikes has not been changed much in the Apache RTR 180 also. To differ from early models, new graphics pattern is given in Apache RTR 180. The front fork and the gas reservoirs in the rear shock are coated with golden paint.
Unlike the former model, the RTR 180 has tubeless tyres at the front and rear. The front tyres are 90/90 X 17 and rear tyres are 110/80 X 17. But the tyres are comparatively lighter than tyres with tubes. When compared to the former model, the weight of the bike has not increased much. The weight is 137 kg which is 1 kg greater than the former model.
The digital instrument panel contains speedometer, fuel guage, clock, and two trip meters.
Another speciality of RTR 180 is sporty mudguard.

Technical Specification
The Apache RTR has 177.4 cc engine. The lighter crank and larger carburetor in engine has helped to improve the negine performance. The maximum power generated by the engine is 17 bhp @ 8500 rpm. The maximum torque in RTR 180 is 15.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm.
RTR 180 has 5 speed constant mesh gear box. Only Tow shift facility is available as in sport bikes. At the same time, unlike the other premium bikes, RTR 180 has both kick start and electric start.

Drive
The engine power in RTR 180 has improved a lot than that in former models. TVS claims a top speed of 124 km/h for RTR 180. The 0-60km/h time is 4.15 sec. There is no vibrations at even higher RPM. The increase of wheelbase to 1326 mm has offered the bike better stability.

Mileage
TVS offers a mileage of 45-50 km/L for Apache RTR 180. The fuel tank capacity is 16 L. The reserve capacity is 2.5 L

Price
Cochin Ex-showroom price - Rs. 64,990


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