Rugged G1 vs TVS Raider

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

Rugged G1 price starts at Rs. 78,498, which is Rs. 6,152 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Raider, priced at Rs. 84,650. In terms of efficiency, the Raider returns a claimed 67 kmpl, while the G1 offers a claimed 80-160 km/charge. On the performance front, the G1 uses a 1.9Kwh battery and the Raider a 124.8cc engine producing 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the G1 and Raider, the G1 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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G1 vs Raider Comparison Summary

Specification Rugged G1TVS Raider
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 78,498Rs. 84,650
Mileage / Range 80-160 km/charge67 kmpl
Engine / Battery 1.9 Kwh124.8 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 102 Kg124 Kg

G1 vs Raider Key Highlights

Basic Info Rugged G1 STDTVS Raider Drum
Rating
1 review
755 reviews
Brand Name Rugged TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 78,498 Check On Road Price Rs. 84,650 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Max Power Not Available 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Rugged G1 Colors
TVS Raider Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Synchronized Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 80-160 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 4 Hr Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.15/km Rs. 1.49/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 2,439 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 18,982 G1 Insurance Rs. 6,157 Raider Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
3
Claimed Top Speed
75 km/Hr
95 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Engine Displacement
Not Available
124.8 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
5 Speed
No. Of Batteries
1
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
53.5 mm
Stroke
Not Available
55.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Not Available
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Control Unit

Front Brake
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Synchronized Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
67 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
71.94 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
65.44 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
50-55 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Leading link w/anti dive
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
4-point adjustable shock absorber
Monoshock, 5 step adj, Gas charged

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70 R14, Rear :- 120/70 R14
Front :-80/100 - 17, Rear :-100/90 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
780 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1 L
Engine Oil Grade
Not Available
TVS TRU4, 4T oil (10W30)
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2070*785*1028 mm3
Wheelbase
1350 mm
1326 mm
Length
Not Available
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
175 mm
180 mm
Height
Not Available
1028 mm
Width
850 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
10 L
Kerb Weight
102 Kg
124 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Lead Acid
Motor Type
BLDC
Not Available
Motor Power
1.5 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
80-160 km/charge
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
4 Hours
Not Available
Range (Mode 1)
160 km/charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 3)
135 km/charge
Not Available
Range
80-160 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
1.9 Kwh
12V / 5AH
Charging Time
4 Hr
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
Single Cradle Tubular Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Swappable battery, Portable battery with Water-resistant system, Peak power - 3000 W
Intelligo
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
Body Type
Electric Scooters, Moped Scooters
Commuter Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Gradeability
16°
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Not Available
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms / 365 Days

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
TVS Raider
  • Peppy Performance
  • Gets single-channel ABS
  • Comes with GTT (Glide Through Tech)
TVS Raider
  • Rear disc brake is only available in top-end variants
  • Has a small fuel tank
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Rugged G1 Vs TVS Raider FAQs

Which bike is best between Rugged G1 vs TVS Raider?
As per the users experiences Rugged G1 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Rugged G1 vs TVS Raider?
The Rugged G1 is cheaper than TVS Raider by ₹6,152.
Which bike offers better performance Rugged G1 vs TVS Raider?
As per the users experiences the Rugged G1 has better performance.

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