TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Features Review

Two wheelers are getting most popular as a vehicle because of their budget friendly price, easy to use features and stylish outfit. Different cc and segments are available for the different interests and not only that several manufacturing companies are also present to offer them. If we have to talk about the two wheelers then we must mention a name in Indian motorcycle manufactures list and that is TVS because after Japanese manufacturers the Indians are holding a good spot. We already know the popularity of TVS Company and how good their products are, many of upcoming bikes are running successfully in different countries and not only that few of their new one is headed towards our country and among them one of the most talked one is TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. For this 160cc segment bike a new craze is started to build up inside the mind of sports bike lovers because this bike is coming with the racing DNA of RTR Series according to company. Lots more added features will be found at this bike which is borrowed from the siblings of the Apache RTR sports bike series. This new Apache RTR 1604V was conceptualized to have compact race design, classic shape and an aggressive-forward attitude. The design of the RTR 1604V is developed on for the racetrack. The form of the machine has singular function, to be the quickest around the track. The bike has been build to be dynamic through the corners while the sharp edges make it impressive on the path. So people are interested to know about the other features and specialty of this bike and we will try to bring in all those bellow the lines.

New added features for Apache RTR 160 4V-

Race Derived O3C Technology
TVS manufacturing company has placed Oil- Cooled Combustion Chamber (O3C) Technology with ram-air assist system which reduces the engine heat by at least 10℃ which is remarkable and delivering high performance without uncompromising at the performance. Light weight Nano frisk coated piston delivers high-revving engine with excellent throttle response and increased engine life.

Racing Origin Split Cradle Chassis
Overall body design of this bike is placed over Double Cradle Split Syn chronic Stiff Chassis and using Multi-Body Dynamics Analysis gives this bike optimized vehicle layout, for that reason it increases the stability up to 25% more and setting the benchmark in its class for excellent riding experiences as well.

Racing Tyres
The Apache RTR 1604V also comes with optional race spec Pirelli tyres for additional track-focused performance. It gives superior grip and long-lasting performance for the users.

Racing Double Barrel Exhaust
RTR 1604V Series holds low frequency sound that pushes a rider to hit the throttle harder because you will not be disturbed with the sound. To develop this unique Sound Engineering technique the manufacturing company used double barrel stainless steel exhausts.



Design and Style
If we have to say about the style and design of this bike it has lot more to say about. Hyper-aggressive naked headlamp that has snake daggers and they are placed with LED lights which matches aggression and function both. Fully Digital Interactive Speedometer is placed in here which looks cool by the way. RTR 1604V Series welcomes you with the alpha-numeric message on race-inspired meter panel that sets you in a mood to ride like a racer with race diagnostic features like Lap timer, 0-60 timer, Top speed recorder, etc. to make the design more charming it has Aggressive Tank Cowl, Aerodynamically modeled street-fighter inspired muscular design. This is designed to have lesser down force for uncompromised handling at any speeds. Also ensures that the RTR 1604V gets a racing posture from any direction. Manufacturers used best-in-class foam material for the seat and that provides lower hysteresis loss for faster response and better cushioning. Seating on it will not be a matter of discomfort claims the company. To charm up the outlooks more it has uniquely designed alloy wheels keep which the RTR 1604V Series appearing in motion even at standstill. The tubeless tyres fitted on light-weight racing alloy wheels give a better handling and riding experiences as well. Aerodynamic razor-sharp design with perpetual motion styling protects the engine in case of bad roads/ humps. And last but not the least perfectly designed Roto-Petal Disc Brake gives this bike eye catching outfit.



Chassis and dimension
It is already mentioned that all the body materials and body parts are placed over Double cradle Split Synchro STIFF chassis and that offers great performance as well. Now talking about the body measurements which is placed over this chassis are, 1050 mm height, 2050 mm length, 790 mm width. It has 1357 mm wheel base and 180 mm ground clearance. It is 800 mm higher from the ground which can also be called as the seat height of this bike. This entire dimension gives this bike 143 KG overall weight and the fuel tank holds 12 liters fuel in it.



Engine
TVS is offering the new Apache RTR 160 4V with two engine options and they are EFI and Carburetor. The carburetor version of the 159.7cc, oil-cooled, single-cylinder engine with 4-valves produces power output of 12.14 kW @ 8000 rpm (16.5 PS @8000 rpm) But the good thing is the torque output remains the same on both variants - 14.8Nm at 6500rpm. Now one special thing about this engine 4V which stands for 4 valves, now the question is what the benefits are. Talking about that almost every motorcycle engine contains 2 valves per cylinder but this one has 4 and for that reason the main advantage will be it will allow for more airflow through greater coverage, placement of the spark plug in the center of the head for better flame circulation leading to greater efficiency, and not only that it will easily produce power than before. So the engine will produce more power without doing any extra activities and the longevity will also be increased for this reason. This engine has powerful compression ratio as well which is 10.15:1 and TCI Ignition Type, and the Power to Weight Ratio is 0.0843 KW/kg or 0.0849 KW/KG. To run this engine it has 5 speed gear box and to starting up this powerful machine it has both kick and self starting option.



Brakes and suspensions
Specially designed Roto-petal disc brakes (Front and Rear) are for aggressive stopping power and faster dissipation of heat. Taking about that 270mm front petal disc plates are seen at this bike and 130mm drum unit at the rear. At the suspension side it has rear Monoshock floating piston shock absorber for compression and rebound damping response and perfect track balance. On the other side it has Telescopic Forks front suspensions.

Tyres and wheels
90/90-17 49P Tubeless tyre is placed at the front Drum - 110/80-17 57P Tubeless tyre is placed at the rear side.



Electrical meter panel
12V, 9Ah maintenance free battery is placed at this new model of RTR to operate AHO 12V, 35/35W HS1 bulb, with all-time ON LED position lamp Headlamp, 1W/2.5 W LED tail lamp, 12 V, 10W x 4 turning lamps and other electrical features. We already know that it has fully digital meter panel for the users which looks good and also has extra ordinary features.

Verdict
The Apache RTR 160 4V is available in three various color and they are RED, Blue and Black. After watching all the features and new added specialty of this bike it can be said this bike is ready to fire up the roads and there are few more upgraded versions are also build for the users which will also be headed as early as possible. So now it is up to the performance of this bike which will decide the fate and popularity in Bangladesh.

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