TVS Motor recently launched the Apache RTR 165 RP and as per the latest announcement by the brand, they have successfully managed to sell the first lot of 200 units in less than a week. The bike was available in India at a price tag of Rs 1.45 lakhs (ex-showroom). The company claims that RTR 165 Race Performance is the most powerful bike in the 160cc segment. The bike was introduced with a new engine, exclusive features, and there are a lot more special things about this limited-edition model.
Apache RTR 165 RP has a single cylinder of 164.9cc, 4-valve engine, which generates 19.2 bhp of power at 10,000rpm and 14.2 Nm of top torque at 8,750rpm. The bike is fitted with a new cylinder which increases intake by 35 per cent. In addition, twin electrode spark plugs have been installed to improve the overall performance. The bike has been fitted with 15 per cent large valves which have increased the output of the engine. In addition, the compression ratio of engine pistons has also been increased.
Apache RTR 165 RP has been fitted with a racing deckle, slipper clutch, adjustable brake and clutch levers, an LED headlight and a signature LED light. The bike is fitted with a rear radial tyre, red alloy wheels, customized stickers, brass-coated drive chain and sprockets. The RTR 165 RP also features Bluetooth connectivity and the company has recently also updated the TVS Connect app to offer more features to the users.
What3words feature has been added to the TVS Connect app which has now made GPS navigation more accurate. TVS Motor has become the first Indian two-wheeler manufacturer to bring this feature into its models. What3words feature is already available in the four-wheeler segment.