TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is one of the most feature-packed and performance-oriented motorcycles in the 200cc segment, the bike comes armed with many segment-first features such as riding modes and adjustable suspension which makes it stand out. Overall, the bike is a good choice for enthusiasts who are looking for a sporty naked.

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Key Highlights

Price: TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is only available in one variant and is priced at Rs 1,47,820 (ex-showroom Delhi). The bike comes in 3 colours, Matte Blue, Gloss Black, and Pearl White.

Design: The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V incorporates many sporty design elements and aggressive styling that gives the bike a menacing look. The LED headlight and DRL add to this aggressive styling quite well. The split seat setup along with the double-barrel exhaust lend the bike a sporty appeal.

Features: Features wise the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V gets more features than all other bikes in this segment, from ‘Glide Through Traffic Technology’, smartphone connectivity and 3 riding modes: Rain, Urban and Sport. Each riding mode tweaks the bike’s performance and ABS intervention and even riding characteristics, for example the upshift and downshift prompt in ‘Sport’ mode comes at 8500 rpm and 6000 rpm respectively. The digital instrument cluster featuring SmartXonnect gives the bike a range of features like Smartphone connectivity that allows the rider to access call and SMS alerts, turn by turn navigation and vehicle diagnostics. Post-ride analytics such as lean angles and g-forces experienced can also be accessed. The RTR 200 4V also has 3-step adjustable brake and clutch levers. The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V gets more features than all other bikes in this segment, from ‘Glide Through Traffic Technology’, smartphone connectivity and 3 riding modes: Rain, Urban and Sport. Each riding mode tweaks the bike’s performance, ABS intervention and even riding characteristics. For example, the upshift prompt in ‘Sport’ mode comes at 8500rpm.

Engine: The Apache RTR 200 4V has a 197.7cc single cylinder air/oil-cooled engine producing 20.82PS and 17.25Nm in Sport mode. The power is restricted to 17.24PS at 7800 rpm and 16.51Nm at 5750 rpm in Urban and Rain mode. TVS has given the RTR 200 4V ‘Glide Through Traffic’ feature (also known as low-rpm assist) that allows the bike to keep moving forward without any throttle input from the rider, the bike can be controlled by modulating the clutch and this allows the bike to easily navigate city traffic with ease. The feature is similar to what Suzuki has added to their higher-capacity motorcycles.

Suspension, Brakes & Other Details: The RTR 200 4V gets a preload-adjustable Showa telescopic front fork (a first-in-segment feature) and preload-adjustable monoshock. The bike comes with 270mm front and 240mm rear disc brakes with dual-channel ABS. The ABS intervention varies as per the riding modes, rain mode giving maximum intervention and sport mode giving the least. The urban mode is a middle ground between the two.

Rivals: The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V goes up against popular bikes such as the Bajaj Pulsar NS200, KTM 200 Duke, Bajaj Pulsar N250, and the Honda Hornet 2.0.

Variants: The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V comes in a single variant with dual-channel ABS.