TVS Ntorq 150 First Look Review - A Proper Step Up?

The TVS Ntorq 150 has finally landed after years of anticipation, but did you know that this isn't the first 150cc scooter from the Hosur-based bikemaker? We will get into that sometime later. Ever since the Ntorq SXR Rally was shown to the public years ago, there were talks of a bigger Ntorq being made, and TVS has now finally given it to us.

Here we shall find out whether the Ntorq 150 is a proper step-up from the Ntorq 125 or not. However, before diving into the details of this story, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community to keep up with the latest news and automotive updates.

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TVS Ntorq 150 First Look Review; Design

On first look, the Ntorq 150 will look familiar, as it retains the compact dimensions of its smaller sibling. However, there is enough to differentiate the 150. The headlamp is now a quad-projector unit mounted higher-up on the front apron, while the slim DRLs flank the lower front apron from both sides. The side aprons appear slightly bulkier compared to its smaller sibling, and it also gets an exposed handlebar treatment, thus giving it a slightly beefier, broader appearance. Even the front mudguard has been redesigned to a shorter, sharper-looking unit.

The side profile of the Ntorq 150 is also rather familiar, and the side panels are not really all that different. However, they have been tweaked just about enough to make the scooter appear fresher. The tri-tone design treatment seems to work rather well, and the 12-inch allo rims get a slightly different design with body-coloured finish. Since the 150 is nearly the same length as the 125, the floorboard legroom is unlikely to have been tampered with. However, the tubular handlebar is likely to have caused some changes to the rider ergonomics, which we will find out soon enough.

The rear of the Ntorq 150 also looks familiar, but the twin-peak tail lamps and rear panels look sharper compared to its smaller sibling. The air-vent treatment has also been retained, and the LED turn-indicators are sleeker, giving the scooter a more premium look.

Overall, the Ntorq 150 retains the familiar sharp and compact design language of its smaller sibling, but with sharper and sleeker elements to further differentiate itself and make it look like a step-up.

TVS Ntorq 150 First Look Review; Powertrain And Hardware

Interestingly, the Ntorq 150 is NOT the first 150cc scooter from TVS! The Spectra is a name that most people may not even remember, and it was unique to feature a four-speed manual transmission; the only time TVS ever made a geared scooter.

Anyway, sticking to the matter at hand, the Ntorq 150 borrows the 3-valve, air-cooled engine from the 125, but it has been overhauled extensively. The claimed figures stand at 13bhp at 7000rpm and 14.2Nm of torque at 5500rpm. We can expect the Ntorq 150 to come with tremendous bottom-end and mid-range pull, with quick and hard launches similar to its smaller sibling. While the top speed is rated at 104kmph, we can also expect riders of smaller frames to cross that threshold.

TVS has chosen to stick with 12-inch wheels with the Ntorq 150, which is something that could be questioned by enthusiasts. It also continues with the familiar underbone frame, suspended on conventional telescopic forks and a monoshock. Given that the smaller Ntorq 125 is known to be an excellent handler, we can expect similar levels of handling from the Ntorq 150, being excellent around corners, while also being fairly manageable for city conditions. The braking bits have also been taken from the 125, which are known to offer ample bite, without the fear of fading.

TVS Ntorq 150 First Look Review; Equipment

The Ntorq 150 is packed to the brim when it comes to the equipment list. There are things which are not commonly seen on scooters, such as traction control, adjustable levers, follow-me headlamp, panic braking alert, a TFT instrument cluster with day/night modes and adjustable brightness, and a high-speed alert.

Then you also get things such as smartphone connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, call/SMS alerts, music streaming controls, two ride modes, app-based tracking features, a USB charging port, top-speed recorder and a DND mode among many other things. These are features we have also seen on the smaller Ntorq 125. Additionally, there is also some focus on practicality, with the Ntorq 150 receiving a 2-litre front glovebox to store small items.

It is worth noting that the Ntorq 150 is available in two different variants,; the standard and the TFT. Some of these features may be limited to the range-topping variant which comes equipped with the full TFT screen.