TVS is gearing up to update the Apache RTR 160 2V and the Apache RTR 180 models, as per a teaser on the company’s social media. Both models are quite old and have only seen incremental and emission-compliance-related changes over the many years they have been on sale.
- Apache 160 was first launched in 2007, 180 came in 2009
- Both models enjoy strong demand in certain regions of India
TVS Apache RTR 160 2V and Apache 180 to be updated soon
Engine and underpinnings of both bikes are now well over a decade old
Of late, TVS has been updating its model range to comply with the latest OBD2B emission norms and also peppering the bikes with some updates in the process. The Apache RR 310 and, more recently, the Apache RTR 200 4V were updated in a similar fashion. In particular, the Apache 200 was endowed with a new 37mm gold-finish USD fork.
We believe that TVS is gearing up to update its duo of ‘old guard’ Apache models – the 160 2V and 180 – in a similar manner. It remains to be seen if there will be any changes in output in the transition to OBD2B compliance for these yesteryear engines. For reference, the Apache 160 2V’s 160cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled motor is rated for 16hp at 8,750rpm and 13.85Nm at 7,000rpm, while the Apache 180’s 177cc mill is rated for 17hp at 9,000rpm and 15.5Nm at 7,000rpm.
TVS Apache RTR 160 2V and Apache RTR 180 price
Currently, the TVS Apache RTR 160 2V is priced between Rs 1.21 lakh and Rs 1.31 lakh, while the Apache 180 is available in a single variant priced at Rs 1.35 lakh. These bikes may be properly dated now, but both continue to enjoy strong demand in certain pockets across India, which is why TVS has kept them on sale and continues to update these models periodically. With this update, it remains to be seen whether the company will increase the prices of the bikes.
All prices ex-showroom, Delhi.
Ved Janve
Azaman Chothia
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