TVS is planning to launch new upgraded version of it's popular bike Apache RTR, with a powerful engine of 180cc as compared to present 160cc engine. The variant called as Apache Menace, is expected to release somewhere in the first half of year 2009. By increasing the engine strength, this will enter the competition against Pulsar 200cc and Yamaha FZ 16, as the expected price is around Rs.78,000 - 80,000.
According to TeamBHP, the bike will retain the basic lines of the current RTR, retaining the basic look of the current Apache. But with no front scoop this time. And for a good reason too, the front is now going to house a semi-full faring that will expose part of the engine and give the bike a sport look. The bike will have a digital speedometer with top speed, 0-60 timer, trips, and other extra functionality plus stunning looks.

SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	Apache RTR
Model:	180 Menace
Type:	Commuter
Top Speed:	135kph
Fuel Consumption City	28
Fuel Consumption Highway	42
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	180cc
Engine:	4 Stroke, EFi
Maximum Power:	18bhp
Gears:	5 Speed
Clutch:	Wet, Multi Plate
No. of Cylinders:	1
Valve Per Cylinder:	2
Chassis Type:	Double Cradle
DIMENSIONS
Length:	2020.00 mm
Width:	730.00 mm
Height:	1100.00 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:	130.00 kg
Ground Clearance:	180.00 mm
Fuel Tank:	16.00 ltrs
Wheelbase:	1300.00 mm
Headlamp:	12V 35/35W Halogen HS1, Clear lens with MFR
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	100/80 R18 mm
Tubeless:	Yes
Colors:	Yellow, Matt Grey & Red
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Suspension(Front):	Telescopic Forks
Suspension(Rear):	Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shocks
Brakes:	240mm Disc
Brakes(Rear):	130mm Drum/Disc Optional
Stand Alarm:	Yes
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Fuel Guage:	Digital
Self Start:	Yes
Tacho Meter:	Analogue
Trip Meter:	Digital-1
Alloys:	Yes
Speedometer:	Digital
Passenger Footrest:	Yes
Passenger Backrest:	No
Step-up Seat:	Yes
Pass-light:	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator:	Yes
Low Oil Indicator:	Yes
Low Battery Indicator:	Yes
High Oil Temp. Indicator:	No
Choked Air Filter Indicator:	No

*Specifications from MaxAbout.com

The most sporty looking bike from TVS has just got an additional feature added. The new model from TVS Apache RTR has been called as RD, for the 200mm Rear Petal Disc Brake that it offers.The new release is abround Rs. 2,000 costlier than the existing drum brake versions.

[The image shown is not of TVS Apache, but general Rear and Front disc brakes]

Now that we have a number of bikes in the 150cc to 220cc segment, while selecting a bike from this huge range of options, people get confused even in a single company, and when they visit showrooms of different companies, it only adds to their confusion.
For your convenience and to help you in better selecting the right bike, this post contains the specifications of all popular bikes in the 150cc to 220cc segment.
The bikes are from Bajaj, Hero Honda, Honda, TVS, and Yamaha, namely Pulsar 150cc, Pulsar180cc, Pulsar 200cc, Pulsar 220cc, Hero Honda Hunk, Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme, Hero Honda Karizma, Yamaha FZ 16, Yamaha R15, Honda Unicorn, TVS Apache.
You can compare the following specifications in the pictures below:

Engine and transmission : Displacement, Engine type, Stroke, Power, Starter type.
Physical measures : Front suspension, Rear suspension, Front brakes, Rear brakes, Gear box, Length, Height, Curb weight, Fuel capacity, Reserve fuel volume, Mileage/Fuel efficiency, ex-Showroom price.

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Bajaj Pulsars - Click the Image to Enlarge

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Hero Honda - Click the Image to Enlarge

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Yamaha - Click the Image to Enlarge

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TVS Apache & Honda Unicorn - Click the Image to Enlarge

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You can download all these details together
in a single file (Excel sheet) from here :
[Download From Here]

After losing the long technical-legal battle with Bajaj over its new bike Flame, TVS is again brining the same bike into production but with a different engine this time.

The earlier CC-VTi engine had two spark plugs and three valves (first-outlet, second-inlet). At low RPM’s only two valves were functional and the third valve (inlet) became functional at high RPM’s. It was this because of the use of two spark plug for its single cylinder configuration, TVS was asked by the Madras High Court to stop selling and producing the 125 cc Flame. According to Bajaj Auto this was an infringement of their patented DTSi (Digital Twin Spark Plug Ignition) technology.

This time the company incorporated a single-spark ignition engine based on controlled combustion variable timing intelligent (CC-VTi) technology.

The engine has been developed and patented by Austria-based AVL and has been licensed to TVS in India. AVL is the world leader in internal combustion engine technology and develops power train systems. It is a leading provider of technology to the global engine and automotive industry.

Its mileage/fuel efficiency is still not clear with different opinions from different people :-

Now the question is : "Will this spark turn to Flame ? "

 Venu Srinivasan in the new 3-wheeler "TVS King"

The long battle  between Bajaj and TVS finally ended (almost), with a decision going completely against TVS....No booking, No sales and No more manufacturing.

Bajaj will be really happy to win this case as this will definitely bring a lot of new customers towards its would be market leader in 125cc segment - Bajaj XCD. After this judgement Bajaj with already a complete back up against TVS Flame - its plan to introduce new improved - "Bajaj XCD 125cc Sprint", may be delayed (as there's no need to be hurried for its launch).

On the other hand TVS, which already faced many losses this year, had ony left hope was "The Flame", which unforunately has been banned on Saturday to either manufacture or sell, creating even image issues for such a big reputed (third largest indian two-wheeler company) company.

125cc has been a very important & crucial segment for any bike manufacturer in India, with a major group of commuters belonging to middle & upper middle class, people mainly look for initial cost and mileage, and with increasing number of young bikers, they even consider the looks !

Flame with a competitive price (Rs. 45,000 ex-showroom) to any other bike in its range, and with an even better mileage claim of company - 112 Km/L (on road estimated - 80 km/L), and ofcourse the looks - digital speedo, aerodynamic body & disc brakes. But one thing that extinguished the flame - their newly designed CC-VTI engine

In the words of Rahul Bajaj : "This is a landmark judgement. It does not matter who won the case," he told reporters on the sidelines of a conference here. "This case highlights that auto engineering products do not have proper patent procedure, he said, adding this would put forward a procedure for technology patent". 

The friendly gesture : "I am happy with the verdict. I have nothing against TVS. Venu Srinivasan (TVS Chairman) is a good friend. It (the case) is a completely commercial subject," Bajaj said.

The Madras High Court on Saturday restrained TVS from manufacturing, marketing, selling and exporting two or three wheelers with an internal combustion engine, including the new Flame 125 or any such engine or product which infringes on Bajaj's patent.

But many people are still saying "The case is still open, for TVS Motors may approach the Supreme Court".

And other possibility : Sources among the auto components suppliers have a suspicion that TVS Motors may have a second engine ready for Flame.

TVS is all set to launch a new bike in its electric bike's section, But believe me its not like any other small electric moped kind of bikes, but truly stylish both in terms of looks and technically too, 

“It has already evoked quite a response. We will study the interest shown by customers and consider its commercial production viability,” Srinivasan said.

Although technical details are not much available, as it is still a Concept bike : The bike can attain a maximum speed of 140 Km/hr and it reaches 0 to 100 speed in just 3.2 seconds. 

And for its looks, have a look below on the pics :-