2021 TVS Apache RR 310: Review In Images

We took the fully loaded ‘21 Apache RR 310 for a spin and here’s what we think of it

Maintaining its streak of yearly updates for the Apache RR 310, TVS has rolled out the 2021 iteration with some interesting updates. We took the motorcycle for a spin around the MMRT and here’s our first ride review through images:

Kicking things off, the design has remained more or less the same for 2021. You get the same colour options and the same “big bike” appeal too. 

What has changed, though, is the exhaust, which is slimmer and more upswept than before, to improve cornering clearance. It has the same design, though.

Moreover, while the standard colour options are the same, this here is the new race-inspired livery available via TVS’ new-for-2021 Built To Order programme, priced at Rs 4,500. 

Personally, we aren’t too fond of this livery since there’s too much going on here and we would’ve preferred the dark blue livery TVS runs on its race bikes

The BTO platform also allows you to opt for these red alloy wheels. These are pretty value for money at Rs 1,500 each and they certainly add more sportiness to the package.

Overall, the RR 310 is still a very handsome looking motorcycle with its full fairing, bi-LED headlights and sharp tail.

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Ergonomically, the Apache RR 310 has remained as is this time around. But again, thanks to the BTO programme, one can make the RR 310’s riding stance even more aggressive by adding the Race Kit. 

The race kit includes clip-on handlebars which are angled 5 degrees inwards and 8 degrees downwards, along with knurled metal footpegs which are set 30mm higher. The sports tourer nature of the RR 310 hasn’t been compromised, though.

These made a huge difference on track as they permitted a free-er movement of the wrist when leaned over while the pegs meant more cornering clearance. 

No updates have been made to the engine except for the exhaust. It continues to put out 34PS and 27.3Nm. 

Coming to features, the RR 310’s package sees just three changes for this year. One, the TFT can now store your documents via digilocker for extra convenience. Second, the TFT comes with a new dynamic rev limiter, which essentially changes the displayed redline of the engine based on the engine temperature. And third, you now get a day trip meter, which shows riding stats of a day, such as riding time, distance covered and average mileage.

All other features like ride modes, lap timer, slipper clutch, ride-by-wire, all-LED illumination, among others, remain standard on the bike.

Before coming to how the bike rode, let us inform you about the Dynamic Pack from TVS’ BTO programme. Like the Race Pack, this one is also aimed at improving the motorcycle but this unlocks even more kit. The Dynamic Pack consists of a fully-adjustable Kayaba fork and a preload- and compression-adjustable Kayaba monoshock, along with a brass-coated chain for better rust resistance. 

The bike we rode on the track was equipped with all this and we’re happy that these bits made a world of a difference in real life. At first, we rode a few laps on stock settings and it was quite similar to how the 2020 model rode.

But once TVS engineers dialed in the appropriate track settings, the RR 310 really came into its own. Better corner entry, deeper braking, and higher corner speed, the RR 310 did everything with much more ease. It even helped us squeeze extra grip from the Michelin Road 5 tyres. Of course, all this takes a fair amount of trial and error for someone who isn’t familiar with suspension tuning.

The only gripe we still have with the RR 310 is the braking performance, which could use a better bite. Maybe TVS will give the RR 310 sintered pads next year!

To conclude, the TVS Apache RR 310 was already quite impressive and it’s good to see TVS striving to make the overall package even more alluring with the addition of the new kits while letting it be for most of the part. Meanwhile, the BTO programme is a welcome addition to the package. With the Race Pack and Dynamic Pack costing Rs 5,000 and Rs 12,000 respectively, these aren’t too expensive either. So we think the Apache RR 310 has become even more versatile and value-for-money, and it well and truly lives up to the tag of TVS’ flagship model.