TVS Apache RTR 'Matte Red' Series Launched in India

TVS has launched a new limited edition 'Matte Red' shade for Apache RTR 180 and RTR 160. The same shade is presently available on Apache RTR 200. It seems like a positive move as TVS Apache 'Matte Blue' Edition launched last year was a popular variant option among Apache buyers. TVS has officially l...

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Source: Maxabout.comPublished Tue, Sep 19, 2017, 04:40 PM ISTUpdated Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 11:14 AM IST

This clearly hints that all-new 2018 TVS Apache RTR 160, which was even spotted few times in India, will not launch this year. As Matte Red Editions are based on the same body style as current generation models, TVS will keep performance under check and avoid making any changes to the existing drive-train. Apache RTR 180 is good for 17.03 BHP and 15.5 Nm of torque while smaller 160cc Apache claims 15.2 BHP and 13.1 Nm of torque. Apache RTR 'Matte Red' Price List - RTR 160 Single Disc: INR 77,865 - RTR 160 Double Disc: INR 80,194 - RTR 180 Double Disc: INR 81,833 *TVS not offering RTR 180 (ABS model) in Matte Red shade.

Key Specs of Apache RTR 160 Displacement: 159.7 cc Power: 15.2 Bhp @ 8500 rpm Torque: 13.1 Nm @ 4000 rpm No. of Cylinders: 1 No. of Gears: 5 Seat Height: 790 mm Ground Clearance: 165 mm Kerb/Wet Weight: 137 kg Fuel Tank Capacity: 16 litres Top Speed: 118 kmph Complete Technical Specifications

- image Key Specs of Apache RTR 180 Displacement: 177.4 cc Power: 17.03 Bhp @ 8500 rpm Torque: 15.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm No. of Cylinders: 1 No. of Gears: 5 Seat Height: 790 mm Ground Clearance: 165 mm Kerb/Wet Weight: 139 kg Fuel Tank Capacity: 16 litres Top Speed: 124 kmph Complete Technical Specifications

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