Bengaluru 15 October 2025 – TVS Motor Company has officially entered the adventure rally-tourer segment with the launch of the all-new TVS Apache RTX, a motorcycle engineered to combine speed, off-road capability, and long-distance touring comfort.
This marks TVS’s first product developed on the Next-Gen TVS RT-XD4 engine platform, entirely designed and engineered in-house. The Apache RTX is launched at an introductory price of ₹1,99,000.
⭐ Highlights of the TVS Apache RTX
- 4 Ride Modes – Urban, Rain, Tour & Rally
- Bi-directional Quickshifter
- 5-inch TFT Display with Bluetooth & Map Mirroring
- Class-D Headlamp with DRLs
- Cruise Control
- Linear Traction Control
- Adjustable levers
- Easy pannier & top-case mounts
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
🚀 Performance & Engine
The Apache RTX is powered by a 299.1 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled DOHC engine, producing:
- 36 PS @ 9,000 rpm
- 28.5 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
It features a 6-speed gearbox, assist & slipper clutch, fuel injection, and is built on a steel trellis frame designed for strength and riding agility.
🏍️ Chassis & Suspension
Built for all-terrain mastery:
- Steel Trellis Frame
- WP Inverted Cartridge Forks (Front)
- Mono-tube Rear Suspension with Floating Piston
- Low seat height
- Balanced ergonomics for both road & trail
- Easy maneuverability with luggage & pillion
🎨 Design & Lighting
The Apache RTX carries a muscular, rally-inspired design with a forward-leaning mono-volume silhouette.
Color Options:
Viper Green, Metallic Blue, Pearl White, Lightning Black, Tarn Bronze (with signature Apache Red accents)
Lighting Highlights:
- DRL blades
- Twin-chamber headlamp with dynamic intensity control
- Welcome lighting animation
🧭 Technology & Connectivity
The TVS Apache RTX offers:
- 5-inch high-brightness TFT Display
- Full map mirroring
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Cruise control
- Traction control and terrain-adaptive ABS
- Wheelie mitigation
- Multiple ride modes for different terrains
🧳 Accessories for Touring
TVS offers a wide range of modular accessories:
- Raised beak fender
- Knuckle guards
- Bash plate
- USB charger
- GIVI top box & panniers (quick-release system)
- Touring & off-road protection mounts
All accessories are designed for real-world durability and long-distance touring.
🔧 Next-Gen RT-XD4 Engine Platform
The Apache RTX is the first motorcycle to feature the new RT-XD4 platform, delivering:
- Dual Overhead Cams with downdraft ports
- Dual oil pump system for consistent lubrication
- Dual cooling jackets (water + oil)
- Dual breather system for reduced oil aeration
This leads to improved performance, better efficiency, and compatibility with ethanol-blended fuels.
🎙️ Leadership Statements
Gaurav Gupta, President – 2W India Business, said the Apache RTX expands TVS’s tradition of performance and innovation, bringing a “new energy to the adventure rally-tourer segment”.
Vimal Sumbly, Head – Premium Business, added that the RTX brings the racing DNA of Apache into the adventure touring world, made for riders who seek thrill, speed, and exploration.
Conclusion
With its powerful engine, race-inspired DNA, advanced electronics, premium suspension, and feature-rich package, the TVS Apache RTX sets a new benchmark in the Indian adventure motorcycle segment.
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