new 160cc variant of Apache is named as Apache 160cc RTR (Racing Throttle Response). this is truly an upgraded bike i.e. not only stickering. butSome of the first time in India features included a digital console with service due reminder, clock and dual trip meter, adjustable clip on handle bar, Rotor petal disc 270 mm, self illuminating wheel rim in titanium grew and yellow, racing stripes, matt paints and monotube inverted gas filled cainsiter shocks with polyutherine block.aimed to cross One Million mark sales in bikes this year.
• new engine cowl
• new engine cowl
• A neat racing stripe runs all the way from the top of the tail lamp to the tip of the front fender and also on the tacho.
• Design upgrades on levers, pedals, grips, bar-end dampers, lights, dash.
• Hero Honda Xtreme type split grab rail
• Bajaj Pulsar type LCD speedometer
• Apart from the LCD speedo, the new dash includes two trip meter, clock, odometer and fuel
gauge and an analog tachometer.
• Aircraft type fuel tank lid
• Leaf shaped rear view mirror
• LED tail lamp
• New aluminum foot pegs and aluminum levers
The new Apache RTR is powered by a 159.7cc engine which develops maximum power of 15.2bhp at 8500 rpm (1.3bhp less than Pulsar 180cc) and a peak torque of 13.1Nm at 6000 rpm (little greater than pulsar 150cc and Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme). The new engine is not just an overbore of the Apache’s 150cc engine. The engine’s stroke was cut down to 52.9 mm and then the bore grew to 62 mm. Sadly, notchy and much complained Apache gearbox has been retained.New petal disc design brakes provides better cooling and warp resistance, reduces unsprung weight (they are lighter than traditional disc brake).
TVS claims the new Apache 160cc RTR can make a top speed of 118kph and can reach 60kph in 4.8s and 100kph in 17.7s.
. The new Apache 160cc RTR is priced around Rs60,000.
. The new Apache 160cc RTR is priced around Rs60,000.