The Race Performance (RP) Apache RTR 165 is the most powerful motorcycle in the 160 cc segment. However, it will be limited to just 200 units.
To celebrate their 15 Years of Racing journey, TVS Motors launches their new limited-run of mill Racing Performance series of motorcycles. Their debut product, the Apache RTR 165 RP is limited to just 200 units. It is the most powerful motorcycle in the 160 cc segment. It gets a revised and retuned engine, and new graphic design, and seat cover, and prices start from Rs. 1.45 lakh (ex-showroom price, Delhi). Booking for the RTR 165 RP is open. Other Apache models will also see their respective RP series motorcycles in the future.
One of the key updates with the new motorcycle lies with its engine. TVS says that the 165 RP is inspired by the TVS Racing Group C GP 165R racing machine. As per that model, it gets a first-of-its-kind 164.9 cc engine that features a 35% higher flow intake port, and 15% bigger valves. It also gets a revised bore-stroke ratio of 1.37, aided by a Dome piston, along with race-tuned fuel injection. Furthermore, the engine gets HLHD cam or Hi-Lift Hi-Duration cams, with dial spring valve actuators, another feature commonly used in racing bikes.
Combined with all the updated equipment, the power output of the new engine is rated at 19.2 Ps and 14.2 Nm of torque. Other mechanical updates include a race-tuned slipper clutch, along with adjustable brakes and clutch-lever functionality.
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Aesthetic-wise, the revised graphics of the RTR 165 RP motorcycle will remind you of the TVS Apache RR 310 BTO series. The single-seat design gets a dual-tone red and black racy colour, and an aggressive tank cowl. The tank features a limited edition dual-tonne blue and white design with "15 Years" inscribed in the middle, along with the motorcycle serial number.
The 165 RP sits on the same double-cradle synchro-stiff chassis, also found in the 160 4V. The frame suspends on telescopic forks at the front, and stiffer SHOWA mono-shock suspensions at the rear. However, the RTR 165 RP gets bigger 240 mm rear disc brakes compared to the 160 4V. Red alloy wheels on both front and rear are covered in sticky Eurogrip PotorQ racing spec radial tires.
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Featurewise, the RTR 165 RP will come equipped with the same LED headlight that was last updated with the 200 4V. Besides, it will come with a digital console that will also store racing data like 0-60 timer, top speed recorder, and lap timings. Further details, about its ride quality, and how the updated change translates into on-road performance will have to wait for our YT ride review video.
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Till, then
As mentioned before, the RTR 165 RP will be the most expensive RTR at Rs. 1.45 lakh. Both the top-spec version of RTR 160 4V and RTR 200 4V, costs Rs. 1.21 lakh and Rs. 1. 39 lakh, respectively. Would you buy this limited edition TVS Motorcycle? Let us know in the segment. You can also join our 91Wheels Telegram and 91Wheels Whatsapp group to know more about vehicles, conduct discussions on your favourite ride, and much more! Also, you can subscribe to our Youtube channel for video content on the latest from the world of cars and motorcycles. Also, connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more about vehicles!
