TVS at 2016 Auto Expo: Akula 310 and Concept X21 Unveiled

Update: TVS unveiled Akula 310, faired version of G310 R, along with a new Concept X21. The new Akula 310 shares the platform with its sibling G310 R and uses the same liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine. However, there is a complete change in the styling of the  motorcycle and it features a highly aerodynamic styling like a proper track machine. Read More

With the launch of their flagship - TVS Apache RTR 200 and the appreciation it received, TVS Motors is currently riding with confidence on cloud number 9. The company is now looking forward to the biggest automotive show in Asia - Auto Expo to impress the huge number of audience. TVS had collaborated with BMW Motorrad and their joint venture gave BMW G 310 R as the first result. The company has a lot more in the store that it plans to showcase at the biennial event. Let’s have a look.

BMW G 310 R:

The naked streetfighter is powered by an all-new 313cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine that has been linked to a six-speed transmission. The engine generates a maximum power of 33.6bhp at 9,000rpm along with a peak torque of 28Nm at 7,500rpm that helps the bike attain a top speed of 145kmph. Other features include inverted forks up front, fully digital instrumentation, dual disc brakes and ABS. If launched, the bike is expected to be priced around Rs. 2 lac and will rival with KTM 390 Duke in its segment. 

TVS U69:

The bike is the full-faired version of the above-stated bike. As per reports, the U69 has been built on the same platform and shares majority of its components like engine and chassis from its naked sibling. The machine is codenamed as TVS U69 and will be manufactured locally at the TVS production facility in Hosur facility. Besides a full front fairing, the bike is expected to get ABS, inverted front forks and dual disc brakes as standard.

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V:

Currently being called as a big value for money and the best RTR till date, the Apache 200 will be present at the motor show to move your eyeballs. With a 197.75cc, oil-cooled, single-cylinder, five-speed engine, the bike manages to pump out 20.23bhp from the carbureted version and 20.7bhp from the fuel-injected version. Torque remains the same at 18.1Nm. The company has given wide options to its buyers as they can choose from carbureted and fuel injected variants with optional Pirelli tyres and dual-channel ABS. The base version has been priced at Rs. 88,990 while the top-end will cost around Rs. 1.15 lac (both prices, ex-showroom, Delhi).

2016 TVS Victor: 

The bike was launched recently alongside the 200cc Apache and witnesses a more appealing and pleasing styling than before. Powering it is a 109.7cc, 3-valve, four-stroke, four-speed engine that generates 9.6PS of power and 9.4Nm of torque. TVS has equipped the bike with some interesting features like a first-in-class 60W headlamp, analog-digital instrument cluster, stylish side panels, front disc brake and much more. The bike is available at the dealerships at a price of Rs. 49,490 for the drum brake variant and Rs. 51,490 for the disc brake variant (both prices, ex-showroom, Delhi). 

Other models: 

Besides the motorcycles mentioned above, TVS might also bring the TVS Sherco Racing team Dakar Rally dirt bike that was used in the super challenging event. Just like the Draken concept that was displayed in the 2014 edition, the company might surprise its visitors with another concept model at its stall. TVS may also display an automatic scooter or just its update at the event as these play a vital role in their overall sales report.

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