2014 TVS Phoenix 125 spotted testing

The Chennai based two wheeler manufacturer, TVS Motors is known to keep its products updated, and this time the company seems to update its Phoenix 125 with some sporty elements. A camouflaged test mule resembling the bike has been spied testing on the Bangalore-Chennai highway. The spy shots suggest that the overall design remains unchanged, but few new element have been added to enhance its appeal. Keeping, the current trend in mind, there is another strong possibility that TVS might launch a new variant, while keeping the current Phoenix on sales.

Launched in 2012, TVS Phoenix has completed a time span of one and a half year in the market. The bike attracts a good number of buyers due to its unique features like, fully digital console with tachometer, LED pilot lamps, roto petal front disc brake, new Ecothrust engine, series spring suspension, compound padded seat, hazard lights and a very reasonable price tag. However, now the bike is loosing its popularity, which might be the reason to bring an updated version.

Unique features of the TVS Phoenix 125 will be continued in the new version and it will boast the same 124.5cc Ecothrust engine, which belts out a maximum power of 11 PS at 8,000rpm along with 10.8Nm of peak toque coming out at just 6,000rpm. However, the company might replace the 4-speed gearbox with an advanced 5-speed transmission. It will also get a sportier short exhaust muffler, which can be seen in the spy pictures.

As the test mule was fully covered, we can't say much about the cosmetic updates of the new Phoenix, however, the rear grab rail and tail light is looking updated. We strongly believe that the company will replace the older graphics with some new and attractive design.

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