TVS Apache RTR180: Anger management!-Twowheelers- Zigwheels

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jasvinder (26 January 2010 03:46)
apache rtr 180 is the bike of man.it is the menace.pulser 180 is no ware near it.as compared to rtr180 pulser is heavy make it difficult to ride in city where crowd is more where as rtr180 is not so much heavy and run in city with no problems 180rtr give more millage then pulser180,looks of rtr180 is grate.and in white it looks like wooooooooo.rtr180 is the best bike in this segment . | Reply

ganesh (23 January 2010 15:07)
i own a TVS APACHE 160cc grey colour , i really love my bike thought it mut have to be updated in small techinal points for eg its kicker doesnt return to its original position after being kicked , the front disc brakes small box which we get in the right side of our handle bar we find a small glass which very often breaks and the oil comes out .other than all this small minor mistakes the APACHE is really a great bike | Reply

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keshav (30 November 2009 05:56)
i own a apache 180,pearl white..it rocks and it really does.pros:.gr8 styling.te color of te pearl white wud catch all eyes on road.pick up is te mantra of this bike..features and solid braking system(havin two discs in front and back,cant ask for more).gr8 bike by all means.cons:.it has tubeless tyre system,once u got ur byk punctured,u shud repair it immediately,otherwise ur byk tyres get a bulging and change in shape.you cant remove the tyrs from the byk yourself or with a local mechanic..its a big complicated process to remove the tyres from the vehichle.tvs service sucks in tis regard.(I PERSONALLY EXPERIENCED TIS PROBLEM,I WAITED FOR 10 DAYS TO GET MY BIKE DONE AFTR TIS INCIDENT).doesnt provide a great mileage in comparison to its dear rivals pulsars. | Reply

Prashanth (17 February 2010 18:23) Reply to keshav
Hi dude congrats on purhasing TVS Apache 180.... Can u tell me wat's the mileage u getting?? | Reply

Darshan (11 November 2009 14:48)
I am planning to buy a bike, but confuse between RTR 180, GS180R | Reply

achiever (20 January 2010 16:26) Reply to Darshan
If you are looking for a commuter, go for scooters like Activa, Aviator, Access etc. The bikes you mentioned above is useless in all ways except a bit more mileage. You cannot carry anything on it. So so don't waste money on them. Alternatively, if you are looking for a good motorcycle, go for R15 or Ninja 250. All other bikes are craps | Reply

keshav (11 December 2009 22:35) Reply to Darshan
@darshani guess tere is no such bike known as gs180r,it is gs150r from suzuki.gs150 r is a very gud byk,its advantages over apache 180 is that.it gives better mileage.its worth for money.economical use,wen used in cities.gud styling for a bike that costs 58,000rs.gives a kwel smooth rideadvs of apache180 over suzuki is that.apache 180 is a hiperfomance bike.it costs 73000rs on road..its styling is 2 gud bfore suzuki150cc byk.very hi pickup.gud for both city n hiways | Reply

Vortex (18 September 2009 14:27)
Ninja 250 is the best choice. | Reply

twitter (18 September 2009 14:26)
Ameri..you'll look a little funny, but it's not like you'll literally be too tall to fit on the Ninja 250. for someone your size, I would try to get a 500 instead. The GS500 looks more like a 'sportbike' than the EX500, but the EX is the more powerful machine...if you can learn on the MSF's 250cc cruisers, or get some seat time on someone else's 250, a 650 twin (sv650 or ninja650) are about the biggest 'beginner' bikes out there. Both will look better than the 500s.ultimately you have to sit on them and see what suits you best. good luck, and congrats on making a responsible choice for a first bike. | Reply

denise (18 September 2009 14:26)
yea they are, if your considering a 250r you night as well get a little pocket bike. just go with a kawasaki zx6r they are very good bikes and have a good seating position compared to the other sport bikes(cbr,gsxr,r6/r1) that have you hump backed. as long as you drive responsibly a 600cc will be perfect. my advice, go with a 2009 kawasaki ZX6R | Reply

Janewest (18 September 2009 14:25)
Americruiser..You are too tall ! Go to a dealer and sit on bikes until you find one you like and fits, Ninjas are made in 600,750, and 1100 CC's and capable of tremendous speeds and G-forces but also very capable of civilized traffic. Also try the other styles,cruisers and standards and other makes. | Reply

Aquos (18 September 2009 14:25)
Americruiser, Get a 500 instead of a 250, you will want a bigger bike and the 500 is a good size for someone as tall as you. Plus you wont have to get another bike for a while, it will last. | Reply

americruiser (18 September 2009 14:24)
I'm in the market for my first bike and i really like the Kawasaki Ninja 250. I am worried about the fact that i am 6 foot 2 and i wonder if that bike is too small for me and i'll be cramped on it. Any suggestions | Reply

raptor (16 September 2009 09:52)
Mr. Patriot, indian 'oxygen' is already polluted with millions of 150-220 cc 'sports bikes'. I am thinking about relocating to Australia. I will wait 2-3 months to see whether ninja will be released. | Reply

avesh kadri (15 September 2009 15:19)
if you want to buy a 150 just go for cbz, i have 2009 atft version and i did 120 on it. | Reply

ZOE (10 September 2009 00:08)
Raptor, u speak too much...As far as Indian roads r cncrnd, a yamaha RX 100 is good enough for kids like u... Try putting her at full throttle, she'll scare the shit outta u!!An r u an Indian | Reply

vijay (29 August 2009 10:00)
After my 10th Exam my parants brought me a Yamaha RX135 4 speed.from last 9 years i have changed almost two bikes now am using YamahaRX135 5 Speed. I have tried so many bikes but i dont get that power and comfort. I like my bike very much | Reply

Raptor (26 August 2009 15:17)
Got yourself a "150/160/180/200/220/223" cc "sports bike"..?? Consider yourself "Definitely Male"?? Think again..Yes, you have heard it right. In developed countries, 250 and lesser cc bikes are considered as beginner's bikes, ones that are fit for learners. Even the Pulsar 220's/Apache 180 and Karizma's will be considered nothing more than commuter bikes in the developed countries. As for the 100-125 cc bikes, they will probably be passed off as "Glorified lawnmower engines" on two wheels. Even the 30 bhp, 250 cc Kawasaki Ninja is being promoted like our own Hero Honda Pleasure Scooter "Why should Boys have all the Fun" .....Ouch..!! Did that hurt your "Definitely Male" ego..?? Maybe you were under the impression that riding a 150-220 cc cc bike certifies you as a "Hunk" on two wheels "Breaking Newton's Laws of Motions"..??But nevermind, "East is after all East..!!" Our Rich "desi" kids will get a taste of the like's of the 1000 cc Yamaha R1's right here in India. Others can satisfy with 150/160/180/200/220/223" cc "sports bikes". As for "beginner bikers" like me, just give me the Kawasaki Ninja 250R for around 1.75-2.00 Lakhs. !! | Reply

mike (26 August 2009 15:02)
I am a motor-bike enthusiast from Germany. Recently I have visited india. I am surprised to see that there are hardly any motor-bikes over 150 cc and all them have single cylinder. I also wonder why all these motor-bikes have similar design? Each and every bikes look remarkably similar! In germany most of the bikes are over 250 cc and there are different categories like sports, offroad , touring, cruiser..etc | Reply

SNDP (21 August 2009 17:37)
The most customer catchable medium is TV Add. In your advertisements Apache RTR180 is roaring like a 1000cc Sports Bike. Behind the real facts and my driving experience, the machine sounds like MYavu.. MYavu.. LIke a billi. Please reveal your Machine assets and try to deliver a usable and useful machine. | Reply

SNDP (21 August 2009 17:34)
The most customer catchable medium is TV Add. In your advertisements Apache RTR180 is roaring like a 1000cc Sports Bike. Behind the real facts and my driving experience, the machine sounds like MYavu.. MYavu.. LIke a billi. Please reveal your Machine assets and try to deliver a usable and useful machine. | Reply

achiever (20 August 2009 22:55)
In India still 150-200 cc bikes are considered as 'PREMIUM' bikes AND it should be priced around 65000-70000 RS, mileage should be 50-60kmpl, attractive colors/graphics, disk brakes!! | Reply

Unicorn (14 August 2009 16:33)
I am using Unicorn from the year 2006 still now less maintanance cost good mileage comfortable riding position for both rider and pillion as well as rocks 110 km/h without much strain | Reply

pravin chaudhary (14 August 2009 15:18)
@Parimal CBZ wins against FZ-16? you must be talking about either price or mileage! :D | Reply

praviin chaudhary (14 August 2009 15:15)
@calyn I have tried honda unicorm of my friend, the engine is smooth; but the weight distribution sucks big time. also the riding position is not that good. I bought Yamaha FZ, and even my friend (unicorn owner) has fallen in love with my bike. you have to ride it to know the difference! | Reply

achiever (13 August 2009 10:41)
I feel really pity after watching people here boasting/comparing about the capabilities of 'SPORTS' bikes like Pulsar/Apache..!!!!! Even in this 21st century, 150-200 cc bikes are still considered as 'PREMIUM' bikes in India. AND it should be priced around 65000-70000 RS, mileage should be 50-60kmpl, attractive colors/graphics, disk brakes!! | Reply

Anil Nanda (12 August 2009 12:16)
I have used TVS victor GL and then Pulsar 150 and now i am using Honda unicorn 150.O must say Honda is the best and most comfortable bike. Riding position is much better than Pusar. Sooth and less noisy.Seed is wider allowing pillion (Women in saree) to sit with comfort.Maintainance is almost nill | Reply

Sanjay Deb (12 August 2009 11:41)
I have personally owned a TVS Victor. Very bad experience with the vehicle. No pickup. Lots of mechanical troubles. I had to resort back by writing to TVS. No resorts. Finally had to dump that bike and had gone in for Pulsar 180, Good bike, but not for family use. A single, fun filled and freek guy would be happy. Pulsar is too high, no chain guard, no stepper in sari guard and the angle of riding is going to give you pain in your palm and shoulder. The tank is also high and can damager your personal parts during accidents and strong hits. Really not sure that I made a right choice looking into my priorities! | Reply

Syed Murtaza (10 August 2009 20:06)
its a nice article | Reply

calyn (10 August 2009 02:45)
have u ever ride a honda ..........ride it... u will forget all other bikes like pulsar ,fz,apach etc.etc...... | Reply

calyn (10 August 2009 02:33)
honda Unicorn 150 can challenge any bike of its range | Reply

sach (09 August 2009 22:36)
ONE OF THE BEST BIKE MAKERS TVS HAS GOOD ENGINEERING PRODUCTS.I HAVE BEEN USING TVS SUZUKI FIERO SINCE 2001. ZERO PROBLEM. VICTOR HAD SOME PROBLEMS INITIALLY. BUT WERE REPAIRED AFTERWORDS, TVS' PROBLEM IS THAT THEY DON'T MAKE HYPE OF THEIR PRODUCTS LIKE HERO HONDA AND BAJAJ. HERO HONDA BIKES' FINISHING IS VERY GOOD. BAJAJ'S PULSER VARIENT ARE GOOD BUT I USED PLATINA, XCD 125, THEY ARE OVERESTIMATED AND DON'T HAVE THE CLASS AND STYLE THAT OF PULSER. BUT I LIKE RTR'S RIDE.SMOOTH AND RIDING IS DEFINITELY USER FRIENDLY AND HANDLING IS VERY GOOD.IT GIVES BEST RIDING PLEASURE AND POWER. VERY GOOD FOR OVERTAKING. VERY GOOD BIKE INDEED. TVS SHOULD HAVE ADVERTISED APACHE WITH DHONI. IT WOULD HAVE BEEN VERY GOOD. I HAVE LATEST SCOOTY STREAK AND GIVES VERY GOOD RIDING PLEASURE. ELL DONE TVS KEEP IT UP. FRIENDS YOU DON'T HAVE TO CRITICISE OTHERS TO HAVE YOUR PRODUCT MAKE HIGH. BOTH BAJAJ AND HERO HONDA WHICH ARE GOOD 2 WHEELER MAKER. BUT THAT DOESN'T MEAN TVS PRODUCTS ARE BAD, THE ARE VERY GOOD PRODUCTS. | Reply

Pradeep (08 August 2009 09:57)
Only guys who have passion for biking can make great bike and clearly TVS guys are not! I had a horrendous experience with my previous bike the Fiero F2. Since then I jucked it and settled for delightfully stylish, powerful and almost trouble-free Pulsar 180. I know The Bajajs are not the best in their class but good thing about them is that they are passionate bikers and I am sure if they continue to be this way and keep improving, them would be world class in not so distant future. | Reply

Parimal (07 August 2009 23:25)
Hero Honda CBX is the best. It's not that racing spirit as RTR or Pulsar 180 but wins hands down against FZ16. The most comfortable bike in 150 cc segment. | Reply

Avinjavs (02 November 2009 17:21) Reply to Parimal
LOL .... This has to be the funniest comment posted yet ... | Reply

abhinav (07 August 2009 11:36)
yamaha Fz 16 is far far better then apache or pulsares | Reply

gunjan (06 August 2009 22:42)
For indian raod TVS is delivering very best bike.... pulsar is too much down when u compare it with RTR. I drive the RTR160 with the speed of 125.... and i dont think so pulsar can give that much speed... NICE bike from TVS.... i love RTR...... | Reply

Rishi (06 August 2009 18:08)
Indian road monster was made once (RD 350)and fight not with these cycles.Wait a monster to come and then we will see who wins....... | Reply

Vikas Yadav (06 August 2009 13:01)
Strangely enough max speed of RTR 180 is said to be 119 but I can drive my Apache RTR 160 at 123 kmph.........................wch one is faster?? | Reply

pankaj khopde (06 August 2009 11:25)
Please don't purchase Tvs Apache bike spareparts not easily available...Khup doke dukhi hote | Reply

achiever (06 August 2009 10:16)
Those who boast about pulsars and apache....try to catch up with my RD350.....phooo | Reply

RJ (29 July 2009 17:20)
Rule1: your Bike should be the fastest. Rule2: stick to rule 1 :),,|, to pulsar and others.can drive my RTR 160 at 118 . Go get your balls.RULE THE ROAD | Reply

kooldude (29 July 2009 15:29)
I dont ever trust on the TVS products. U never know when the bike will be stopped. TVS have scraped several bikes like that. Initially i had Suzuki Fiero, which was very good, due to its good performance i took TVS Fiero, which is a utter flop bike. Finally i am happy with Pulsar 150. TVS has the problem with its clutch plates which we can see after the bike completes 1 or 2 years. Cheap build quality of TVS should over come. | Reply

Siddhant Saxena (29 July 2009 00:01)
@Shad: For anyone to feel bad on ur post/opinion, they'll first have to understand it, u moron!! Be coherent!@Apache RTR 180: Fell in love with ya since my first ride. :)@Reviewer: Nice review. I agree that TVS does needs to get the riding ergos right. ASAP. I mean city riding is fine but its a pain after a few 10's km's.Especially love the much freer revving motor as compared to Pulsar 180 Dts-i | Reply

Saber (28 July 2009 16:25)
Very good for those who are used to understand the bike. Very powerful, strong and stylish. | Reply

Unmesh (28 July 2009 07:30)
Sports bikes are not on indian roads because a normal salaried indian family guy would go for a car for 2.5 lacs (even a maruti 800) than going for a virtually single seater sports bike. and even for a 63000 rs bike most people in india require a "two wheeler loan". not everyone in india is as rich as you superbike fans think. so commuter bikes is what it is for india. sports bikes. rich guys can always import.and also did you know you can be fined riding over 50 kmph in city roads on a two wheeler? thats the rule in maharashtra. cannot ride above 50 kmph in city. if you need to verify please visit your nearest RTO.however I dont know about other states. | Reply

KUNAL DUTT (26 July 2009 11:48)
I THINK THAT TVS IS STICKING TOO MUCH ON APACHE.THEY SHOULD LAUUNCH A NEW SERIES OF BIKES ABOVE 220 CC OR THEY WILL LOOSE THERE MARKET AS FZ SERIES IS RULING THE STREETS AND THE NEW FAZER WILL BE DEMOLISHING FOR BAJAJ PULSAR 220 AND TVS MARKET. | Reply

A R M GUPTA (26 July 2009 00:42)
TVS VEHICLES ARE THE BEST TWO WHEELERS AVAILABLE FOR THE PRICE IN INDIA. I USE ONLY TVS BIKES THE SERVICE CENTERS ARE GOOD, CHARGES ARE REASONABLE. | Reply

Vijay (25 July 2009 15:51)
i don't know how u people call it a bike,it looks like a small kid Mo-Bike with an Engine.In Looks u can't beat PulsarHeroa Honda is also struggling to spoil the market of Pulsar.I'll never take TVS even though somebody gives me free of cost. | Reply

Ajmal Mirza (25 July 2009 15:31)
The 180 looks to similar to RTR 160. Further it cannot match Yamaha in looks nor it can match Bajaj in performance. Maybe smaller wheelbase would help in that fast feel, but cannot give the stability required at higher speeds. Comeon TVS come out with newer series. The Fiero has long served it purpose. | Reply

sunny (24 July 2009 12:49)
FZ-16 rocks big time.no bike can compete with FZ and it has great pick up and that takes u miles ahead of all pulsars and TVS.....it can anytime beat pulsar 180 and TVS.......guys go for FZ nothing else. the looks are killer and i have crossed 8 months now and still ppl watch u when u drive and inquire abt the performance...avg is also good around 50...go for it..... | Reply

agyea (22 July 2009 11:53)
bike is just amazing ,especailly look | Reply

Jay (21 July 2009 14:15)
I like to say that TVS is only interested in just manufacturing new bikes which is very good. One thing i like to tell new user is that TVS has worst service centers. They will give you heavy bills once you service your bike in authorize service center. This companies bikes are not so durable in nature. Max to Max it last for 3 years and after that it is waste of money. I am giving this comments because i have purchased and sold TVS Apache just last week. | Reply

adish (21 July 2009 08:37)
tvs is just giving a straight callange to bajaj and yamaha , tvs has just launch there 180 rtr and it is just rocking , all buddy says that no bike can beat yamaha fz series but they should try the new tvs model, yamaha fz series bike are not so fast as tvs , there is lot of difference between yamaha and tvs , tvs has more power than yamaha , fz cant cross the speed limit of 120 but the rtr can , if u like to known more about tvs just wait for some moth tvs will be launching there new 200cc model, and as i known it will just rock, tvs get inspiration from the racing tracks, there bike are for racing they are just good at corner's with a sharp turn that yahama fz can't. | Reply

Raghvendra Singh Yadav (15 July 2009 22:36)
I am a sub dealer(Roshan Motors)in kamalganj Farrukhabad U.P. .but i am not satisfied TVS company Policy to a sub Delar Because Subdelar is join indiractily to the company so Main delar never sopport to sub delar so i feel like . i am just as brocar to delar so i am ruqested to sundaram jee change the policy subdelar and joint directaly to tvs motor company bucause sub delar suffer so much problem at least give me a personal email to contact you and discuss to you our serious problem and sale 100 bike app or more per month | Reply

aryan (15 July 2009 11:46)
i am asking a really silly ques bt still plz help me out......i am definetely gonna buy dis bike but don noe wich colour....matt grey or black,,,,,,yellow and white are like police bikes..plz temme matt grey or black ???plz | Reply

Madan H (15 July 2009 00:39)
Performance comes only from multi cylinder engines. Pl. come with 4 cylinder engines should cost less than car budget. (M800) Not like costing an apartment. | Reply

Pankaj (14 July 2009 14:27)
Nothing can beat Yamha FZ-S. Yamaha rocks... | Reply

Pankaj Khopde (14 July 2009 12:34)
please don't buy apache any modelb'ze ,i suffer so many problems for servicing.In maintenance phase i wait 1months time period for front side outer tube,which is not available in TVS..so very bad experience during parts availability ...,I complaint for parts availability but no one care for that century as well as Tvs motors miliand gandhi (Pune Incharge) so be careful during purchasing TVS Apache | Reply

vaibhav saxena (14 July 2009 11:27)
price of apache 180 is 62,000. | Reply

sugat (14 July 2009 10:53)
cool bike but i want to know price of the bike so send me mail | Reply

sanjay kumar ray (13 July 2009 16:42)
TVS Apache 180cc how much price today please sent me mail thank you very muchsanjay | Reply

Wonderboy (13 July 2009 16:26)
Wonder how it must be performancewise n if it is cost effective . | Reply

Div (13 July 2009 14:40)
The problem with Apache is that, it can't breathe when you push it with full throttle. Performance deeps | Reply

Manohar (11 July 2009 09:41)
There is a segment which likes biking very much. Why don't come with toys similar to Yamaha XJ6 or Honda CB400 or Suzuki GSR400/600. Suzuki GSR400/600 is sold@2.5(Indian rupee) lakh in Sigapore. If manufactured in outside Japan they cost less. Why don't they get them here. | Reply

racer (10 July 2009 16:18)
Why are these bike companies STRUGGLING to go beyond 150 or 180cc? It seems that a "sport bike" for india can be defined as bike with 150/180cc engine 50-60 kmpl mileage 12.123 bhp to 17.123 bhp disc brakes fancy fairing graphics ...and finally all within 60000 to 70000 rs! Great deal !!! | Reply

aravindp (10 July 2009 14:37)
tvs showrooms are not there much in bangalore.so the bike is damp squib. | Reply

Anand (10 July 2009 13:54)
Why TVS bikes fail in market is because the company does not support them i.e. this company abondons more models than any other two wheeler company instead of rectifying its defects based on customer feedback. The same has happened with Fiero F2, Victor and other bikes. | Reply

stingray (10 July 2009 13:00)
Same old donkey injected with steroids and fancy clothes. When will be the K ninja released??? | Reply

achiever (10 July 2009 12:56)
Not at all interested! I wonder why these people make such a rave for a bike like this..These so called 'performance bikes' are just bloated versions of regular commuter bikes.They have the same old engine bored to a bigger size to pump out a little more power. And they claim them 'performance bike's!11.5 bhp12.5 bhp15.5 bhp17.5 bhp..what a big deal!!!!It has been more than a decade. When will these manufactures introduce a proper sports bike that is affordable. Yes, the 'Pulsar 220 or apache 180' may provide the power that they are supposed to give. But I am sure they won't be more exhilarating to ride than a normal 150. As far as a 'sports bike' is concerned, a motorcycle should have minimum 2 cylinders in order to achieve a smoother engine operation at high speeds....once again '2 CYLINDERS'. And no bloated 'single cylinder' engine can match the performance,smoothness OR deliver the 'racing exhaust note' of a 'twin cylinder'. No matter what ever 'dts' or 'prmfi' or other techincal stuff they might have. And those who consider 'pulsar 220' and 'apache 180' as 'performance kings', just test ride a Kawasaki ninja 250 or honda hornet 250 and feel the difference. I am sure there will be no turning back to these craps then. | Reply

raj (10 July 2009 02:53)
still no competition for a pulsar 180cc. looks very punny for people more than 5'10. i felt like i was riding a bicycle. too small for me. | Reply

pramod (09 July 2009 17:09)
it's not as attractive as new pulsar | Reply

Kiran (09 July 2009 14:36)
TVS Apache RTR180 How Many COST ! todays | Reply

kiran (09 July 2009 14:28)
TVS Apache RTR180 cost ? | Reply

Dev (09 July 2009 13:42)
Honda Jazz is too much costlier...If some one is having 420 money they only can go for.. | Reply

tenkai (09 July 2009 09:50)
tenkai | Reply

subhash (09 July 2009 08:53)
you monkey . | Reply

vishnu (09 July 2009 08:50)
pulsar is the worst bike but apacheis the best bike . compare? | Reply

vijay (08 July 2009 20:54)
its very different | Reply

Arjun (08 July 2009 19:11)
The honda jazz is a unique machine, packs in lots of punch with its engine power, capacity all with eye for mileage boost. Its sure a hit and the ads are ok thou' not a masala type ads like that of the chevys. | Reply

copyhead (08 July 2009 18:22)
i say the same thing. the honda jazz ads are so irritating that i don't feel like reading the rest of the article. why don't the digital the digital boys who designed this shitty thingy, wake man! | Reply

irritated (08 July 2009 17:42)
The honda jazz
ads are irritating. since I cant read the tvs review, its bye bye time. thumbs down | Reply

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