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TVS Motor Company, a leading manufacturer of two and three-wheelers based in India, has introduced the 2020 range of TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, which has Bluetooth-enabled SmartXonnect mobile application technology, and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V BS-VI motorcycles. It has also launched the new BS-VI TVS Jupiter equipped with ET-Fi (Ecothrust Fuel injection) technology.

TVS Apache RTR 4V motorcycles come equipped with attractive race graphics along with new LED headlamp with claw styled position lamps that offers best-in-class long range light penetration and enhanced widespread. The 2020 range of Apache series is enabled with Race Tuned-Fuel injection ‘RT-Fi’ technology which is specially designed to ensure an enjoyable racing experience in all driving conditions throughout the engine’s life. This evolution constitutes consistent power delivery and fuel economy, improved engine durability and better emission control. It features an in-built first-in-segment GTT (Glide Through Traffic) capability for low-speed urban riding and enables an extremely smooth and controlled ride.

Meghashyam Dighole, Head, (Marketing) Premium Motorcycles, TVS Motor Company,  said, “We are delighted to introduce the 2020 range of TVS Apache RTR 200 4V and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V BS-VI motorcycles. These motorcycles are testaments of our commitment to delighting Apache customers with a true racing experience. The 2020 range of Apache RTR series offers an array of premium features enabled by cutting edge technology and will transform performance biking. This marks the commencement of the transition of our vehicles to the BS-VI norms.”

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is powered by advanced engine, 197.75cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, oil-cooled engine motor; which is mated to a five-speed gearbox.  The engine develops 20.5 PS of power at 8500 RPM and 16.8 Nm of torque at 7500 RPM.  Along with the recently-launched SmartXonnect technology, the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V continues to be the only motorcycle in its class to offer Dual-Channel ABS with RLP (Rear wheel Lift-off Protection) control and RT-Slipper Clutch. The motorcycle will also come fitted with first in its class high-performance radial rear tyre for enhanced stability and ride quality. 

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V motorcycle gets advanced engine 159.7 cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, oil-cooled engine, that churns out 16.02 PS at 8250 RPM and 14.12 Nm at 7250 RPM. The engine is mated to a five-speed super-slick gear box that offers precise and powerful riding experience. The motorcycle comes with new dual tone seat and new LED headlamp with claw styled position lamps adding to its overall premium appeal.

The 2020 TVS Apache RTR 4V series will come fitted with exciting features including innovative ‘feather touch’ start, wave bite ignition key and new aerodynamic claw mirrors. Along with these features, the RTRs continue to delight with a racier signature exhaust note.

The 2020 TVS Apache RTR 200 4V series is available in two colours: Gloss Black and Pearl White; while the 2020 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V series will be available in three colours: Racing Red, Metallic Blue and Knight Black.

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V- DC is priced INR 124,000, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (disc) INR 103,000 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (drum) INR 99,950

BS-VI TVS Jupiter

The new BS-VI TVS Jupiter equipped with ET-Fi  technology has two versions of BS-VI Fi platforms: RT-Fi (Race Tuned Fuel injection) and ET-Fi.  The BS-VI TVS Jupiter will now come equipped with ET-Fi technology, providing enhanced overall performance across drivability, smoothness, and fuel economy.  The RT-Fi technology, on the other hand, is specially designed to ensure enjoyable racing experience in all driving conditions.

TVS Jupiter Classic ET-Fi is the first in the Jupiter portfolio to be launched with this technology. TVS Jupiter has always stood for ‘Zyada ka Fayda’ and the scooter now delivers 15 percent better mileage, comes in a vibrant new colour INDIBLUE, is equipped with front panel USB charger and a mobile cubby space in addition to a tinted visor.

Aniruddha Haldar, Vice President (Marketing), Commuter Motorcycles, Scooters And Corporate Brand, TVS Motor Company, said, “TVS Motor Company has always delivered consumer delight. We have taken the opportunity of changeover to BS-VI, and are launching two Fi Technology platforms, RT-Fi and ET-Fi. Focused on the Indian commuter, TVS Jupiter Classic ET-Fi delivers enhanced overall performance across drivability, smoothness, and fuel economy.  It comes with a convenient front mobile phone cubby, USB charger and a new tinted visor.  I am confident that our customers will continue to repose their faith in TVS Jupiter in the years to come.”

Launched in 2013, TVS Jupiter has always delivered exceptional value in terms of both features as well as riding experience.  With multiple accolades to its name, it is also the fastest scooter to reach the one million sales mark, 30 months after its launch.  Today, TVS Jupiter has a rich base of over three million customers.  TVS Jupiter is available in four variants: Base,   ZX (Disc and Drum), Classic and Grande.

The BS-VI TVS Jupiter Classic ET-Fi, priced at INR 67,911 (ex-showroom Delhi), will be available in Sunlit Ivory, Autumn Brown and INDIBLUE colours.  The Jupiter Base, ZX and Grande editions will be available in a phased manner.

Bluetooth-enabled TVS Apache

The new TVS Apache RTR 200 4V with Bluetooth-enabled SmartXonnect mobile application technology will be equipped with a connected cluster and a gold finish racing chain.

The Bluetooth-enabled TVS SmartXonnect technology of TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is paired with the TVS Connect App, which is available on Google Play Store and iOS App store.  The application hosts multiple features including Navigation, Race Telemetry, Tour Mode, Lean Angle Mode, Crash Alert and Call / SMS notification.

The TVS SmartXonnect has unique features like Lean Angle Mode, Race Telemetry and Crash Alert.  While the Lean Angle Mode uses the gyroscopic sensor on the phone to record the rider’s lean angle through the corners while displaying it on the cluster, the Race Telemetry records and summarises essential data at the end of every race or ride.  Crash Alert System is a key safety feature which is triggered when the bike senses a fall.  The system enters crash alert mode and within 180 seconds notifies the rider’s emergency contacts with the location of the fall.

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is powered by a 197.75cc single-cylinder motor which is mated to a five-speed gearbox.  The engine churns 20.5 PS (Carb) of power at 8500 RPM and 18.1 Nm of torque at 7000 RPM with dynamic racing-inspired decals along with stylish fly screen.

Priced at INR 114,345 (Ex-showroom Delhi), the motorcycles (carburetor with Dual Channel ABS) are available in the colour selection of black and white across the country. (MT)

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Keeping true to the motto of offering classic two-wheelers, revoking the spirit of Jawa and Yezdi motorcycles of the yesteryears, Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles has unveiled the new Yezdi Adventure motorcycle that combines retro styling with modern technological developments that are desired of the customers and dictated by the regulations. 

Indicating a clear improvement over the first generation Jawa and Yezdi machines, an outcome of research and development as well as the efforts to understanding the needs and aspirations of the customers, the company has treated the new Adventure machine with a   classic-ADV styling, which includes a redesigned main cage, a rally-style peak and striking new colours. 
Drawing attention are the striking looking twin LED headlamps (of Lumax make) at front. Balancing aspirational details and practical accessibility, the skeleton-like structure that works as a protection on either side comes into view. It partly covers the large, 15.5-litre large tank and acts as a protector in case of a fall so that the tank is not damaged. The structure could be also used to mount a small auxiliary fuel tank on either side in case of a long, arduous journey through a desolate countryside. 
The rear styling of the new motorcycle includes twin LED tail lamps. It marks a near complete redesign of the rear portion over the model it succeeds. With a manufacturing facility at Pithampur near Indore and a research and development centre in Pune, the company, which is said to be in the process of developing a more powerful 450 cc engine for its next line of products, has equipped the new (2025) Adventure motorcycle with a 334 cc ‘Aplha 2’ liquid-cooled single cylinder fuel injected engine that is OBD2 and E20 compliant. The bore and stroke of the engine is 81 mm and 65 mm respectively. 
Entering a market that is roughly defined as ‘mid-size adventure’ motorcycle market that consists of the Hero Xpulse, KTM 390 Adventure, Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and a few others, the new adventure-tourer motorcycle is equipped with an advanced advanced traction control system that incorporates three ABD modes – Road, Rain and Off-road.  
Working to expand its dealer network to 500 numbers by the festive season from the current count of around 300, the company has engineered the ABS such that it is switchable for varied terrain. 
The motorcycle has been engineered to offer a seat height of 815 mm to suit riders of diverse heights. The gearbox is a six-speed constant mesh variety where the first few ratios are designed to ensure a strong thrust (the kind that is favourable during off-road riding) and the later ratios are designed to be wide enough to support on-road touring. 
Featuring an adjustable windscreen and a digital instrument cluster, the new motorcycle has seen gear-based fuel mapping for smooth power delivery across the rev range. 
Available in six distinctive colours, the machine is priced upwards of INR 214,900 and up till INR 226,900 ex-showroom Delhi. Price wise, it is approximately INR 80,000 less than the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. 
Speaking at the launch with Boman Irani of the erstwhile Ideal Jawa Mysore, in Mumbai, Anupam Thareja, Co-Founder, Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles, said, “We have created India’s most honest adventure touring motorcycle. We did it with our signature style – it is a classic and it is a Yezdi.” “It is a motorcycle that the Indian adventure bikers were waiting for with the right combination of design, technology and performance born of India roads,” he explained.    

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TVS Motor Company has become the official race machine provider for the National Championship Pro Stock 200 class at the 2025 Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship (INMRC), which is scheduled from 6 June 2025 to 8 June 2025 at MIC, Chennai. 
This is the first time in the history of Indian motorsports that a brand has been entrusted to design, develop and provide race-tuned motorcycles specifically for the National Championship. The breakthrough paves the way to democratise two-wheeler racing, making it easier and more affordable for independent racers to participate, reflecting FMSCI and MMSC’s vision of expanding competitive motorsport. 
The National Championship Pro Stock 200 at INMRC 2025 is a new and exciting format introduced by the MIC to elevate competition and support independent racing teams. As part of this development, TVSM will provide race-tuned TVS Apache GP200R motorcycles to independent teams, who will engage their racers to compete in this championship class.
PETRONAS TVS Racing team will provide complete technical support and machine service and maintenance to ensure peak performance throughout the season. With 20 years of TVS Apache’s racing heritage behind it, this milestone marks a powerful step forward in Indian motorsports. The selection process for participating teams and racers was recently concluded at the Madras International Circuit on 28 May 2025. Seven teams and twelve racers have been selected for this dynamic new class.
Vimal Sumbly, Head - Premium Business, TVS Motor Company, said, “At TVS Motor Company, our racing DNA drives us to innovate and lead from the front. We are proud to be the first two-wheeler manufacturer in Indian motorsport history to provide race-tuned machines to independent teams for the National Championship. This landmark development, supported by the vision of the Madras International Circuit makes it easier and more affordable for independent teams to participate and compete at the highest level. This year holds even greater significance as we mark two decades of our flagship performance brand, the TVS Apache – a true embodiment of our ‘Track to Road’ philosophy. As we charge into the new season, we aim not just to race, but to raise the bar for motorsports in India once again.”

The specifications of the race-tuned Apache GP200 R are, 
Displacement: 200 cc
Kerb Weight: 105 Kg
Maximum Power: A 40 percent increase from 19.5 bhp
Top Speed: Over 155 kmph

The modification details include a modified cylinder head for higher volumetric efficiency, high lift camshaft, high compression ratio, advanced ECU with closed-loop control, quick shifter, data logging capabilities, fine-tuned induction and exhaust system, adjustable front and rear suspension, aerodynamic bodywork, lighter racing wheels, aluminium subframe, and higher brake power.
 

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Ather Energy Limited has announced that its family scooter, the Rizta, has crossed the one lakh unit retail sales milestone within a year of its launch. The e-scooter has received a strong response from family scooter buyers across India, since its unveiling in April 2024, contributing to significant growth in Ather’s market share.

Commenting on this milestone, Ravneet Phokela, Chief Business Officer, Ather Energy, said, “Hitting the one lakh milestone with the Rizta is a big moment for us. The Rizta, which was built from the ground up with a focus on addressing the needs of Indian families, has played a key role in expanding our reach and connecting with a much wider set of customers. It combines practically everything a family scooter needs: a spacious and comfortable seat, ample storage, safety features, and reliability to make every day commuting effortless.” “All of this is packaged in great design that Ather has come to be known for. In less than a year since its launch, the Rizta has helped us grow our market share significantly across multiple states, broadened our consumer profile, and accelerated adoption in states where our presence was earlier limited,” he added.  

Expanding the reach of Ather Energy into the family e-scooter market that has the likes of TVS iQube, the Rizta is claimed to have contributed to its manufacturer’s efforts in states like Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh to scale up. This is particularly said to be the case in the second quarter of FY25. The family e-scooter is known to account for around 60 percent of the total sales to date.

As per the Vahan data, Ather Energy has described itself as the Number one brand in South India with the 450 and Rizta as the products. The Rizta features a 56-litre under-seat storage space; a wide and comfortable seat; a spacious floorboard; ‘SkidControl’ traction control system that manages motor torque to prevent loss of traction on low friction surfaces like gravel, sand, water or oil; tow and theft alert, which notifies the owner about any unauthorised movement of their scooters; emergency stop system which flashes the tail light rapidly to indicate to the vehicle behind that you’re coming to a sudden halt; a software enabled ‘Live Location Sharing’ which is a part of the AtherStack 6 and allows riders to share their location with a preset contact in just a few clicks and enhances the safety of riders in emergency situations, and Google Maps on the dashboard for easy navigation.

The electric powertrain of the family e-scooter is similar to that of the 450.

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Japanese two-wheeler major India Yamaha Motor (IYM) has introduced five-year Roadside Assistance (RSA) program, as part of its 40-year milestone in India.

The program will offer customers an extended RSA program for five years at just INR 975, which will bring forth peace-of-mind, especially during an unforeseen on-road emergency.

The company will provide – towing support in case of breakdown or accident, battery jumpstart assistance, flat tyre support, running repair services for minor issues and medical assistance in case of emergencies.

The new initiative will further complement Yamaha’s recent 10-year ‘Total Warranty Program’, which offers customers to get 2+8 years extended warranty.

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