TVS Draken
Ex-Showroom Price
| Displacement | 249.2 cc |
| Maximum Power | 38.5 BHP @ 12000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 23 NM @ 9500 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Number of Gears | 6 |
| Seat Height | 800 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm |
| Kerb/Wet Weight | 134 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10 litres |
| Top Speed | 160+ kmph |
Pros
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Awesome Looks
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Advanced Technology
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Solid Build Quality
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Powerful Engine
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Efficient Braking System
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Sporty Riding Position
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Cons
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Delayed Launch
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Still a Concept
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QUICK FACTS & SUMMARY | |
| Bike Variant | TVS Draken 250 |
| Current Status | Upcoming |
| Body Type | Naked |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Price in India | TVS Draken 250 is expected to be priced around INR 1,60,000 in India (ex-showroom). |
| Shades | White |
| Vehicle Overview | TVS Draken 250 is a concept motorcycle, which now inspires the recently launched TVS Apache RTR 200. It came with premium parts, futuristic technology and a beefier, street fighter looks. The alloy wheel design, tank shrouds and even the front fascia are more or less the same in the RTR 200. TVS will never launch the Draken in India, as it was a concept model for display at Auto Expo. |
MAXABOUT RATING & VERDICT | |
| Design | |
| Performance | |
| Features | |
| Standout Features | Extremely Powerful Engine, USD forks, Lightweight |
ENGINE & GEARBOX | |
| Engine Description | 249.2cc, 4-valve, DOHC, Short-Stroke, Single-Cylinder, Race Inspired Engine |
| Cooling | Liquid Cooling |
| Displacement | 249.2 cc |
| Maximum Power | 38.5 BHP @ 12000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 23 NM @ 9500 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Bore | 77 mm |
| Stroke | 53.5 mm |
| Number of Gears | 6 |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate |
| Gear Pattern | 1 down, 5 up |
BRAKES & TYRES | |
| Front Brake | Single Petal Disc |
| Rear Brake | Single Petal Disc |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 x 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 160/50 x 17 |
| Wheel Type | Alloys |
SUSPENSION & CHASSIS | |
| Front Suspension | USD Telescopic Forks |
| Rear Suspension | Offset Monoshock Suspension |
| Frame | Aluminium Trellis Frame |
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT | |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm |
| Seat Height | 800 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1340 mm |
| Kerb/Wet Weight | 134 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10 litres |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES | |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Analog |
| Trip Meter | Digital |
| Odometer | Digital |
| Clock | Digital |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital |
BATTERY & ELECTRICALS | |
| Battery Type | Maintenance Free |
PERFORMANCE & MILEAGE | |
| Top Speed | 160+ kmph |
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE FEATURES | |
| Electric Start | |
| Pillion Footrest | |
| Pass Light | |
| Step-up Seat/Split Seat | |
LIGHTING | |
| Head Light | Halogen |
TVS Draken Review
Overview
TVS Motors India showcased a 250cc street fighter concept at the 2014 Auto Expo. TVS Draken was a concept bike and the production model based on it is Apache RTR 200, and the base model is priced @ Rs. 88,990. Draken's design and features clearly hints at some great product offerings with exceptional technological advancements for the coming future in the Indian market.
TVS Draken X-21 250cc Concept has got a lot of noteworthy features and praiseworthy design elements which includes an exposed aluminum trellis frame, a compact and unique LED headlight with daytime-running lamps, bar end rear view mirrors on a nicely placed handlebar, an underbelly exhaust which is a high-performance reverse flow exhaust system according to the company to boost power and efficiency.
The bike has an all-digital active matrix LCD display instrument console with a digital fuel gauge, speedometer and tachometer, two digital trip meters, a pass light, a stand alarm and the low fuel, oil and battery indicators. Draken has a muscular yet minimal design, low riding position, a well sculpted fuel tank with sharp extensions and scoops for aerodynamic purposes, a short tail with a bright tail light and turn indicators, a rear step-up seat, a maintenance free battery, self-start and alloyed wheels with 120 section rubber at front and 160 section rubber at rear.
TVS Draken X-21 250cc Concept has got a 249.2cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4-valves DOHC based engine with a maximum power of 38.5bhp at 12,000rpm and a maximum torque of 23Nm at 9,500rpm and is mated with a six speed gearbox transmission with a company claimed mileage of 33.3kmpl. TVS Draken X-21 250cc Concept has got petal disk brakes at front and rear. The suspension system includes an inverted telescopic fork at front and an off-set monoshock at the rear. ABS is standard.
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