TVS Ronin vs Vespa S

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

TVS Ronin price starts at Rs. 1.30 Lakh, which is Rs. 2,397 cheaper than the base variant of Vespa S, priced at Rs. 1.33 Lakh. On the performance front, the Ronin uses a 225.9cc engine producing 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm and the S a 124.45cc engine producing 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ronin and S, the Ronin is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the S stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Ronin vs S Comparison Summary

Specification TVS RoninVespa S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.30 LakhRs. 1.33 Lakh
Mileage Not Available37.5 kmpl
Engine 225.9 cc124.45 cc
Max power 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Kerb weight 159 Kg115 Kg

Ronin vs S Key Highlights

Basic Info TVS Ronin Base - Lighting BlackVespa S 125 Single Tone
Rating
216 reviews
1 review
Brand Name TVS Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.30 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.33 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Max Power 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
TVS Ronin Colors
Vespa S Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Combi Brake System
Mileage (ARAI) Not Available 37.5 kmpl
Wheel Size Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 3,753 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,823 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,881 Ronin Insurance Rs. 7,072 S Insurance
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
3
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
86 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Estimated Top Speed
120 kmph
Not Available
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Engine Displacement
225.9 cc
124.45 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
CVT
Max Power
20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Max Torque
19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm
10.1 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Bore
66 mm
52 mm
Stroke
66 mm
56.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronics EMS
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Combi Brake System

City Mileage (Tested)
42.95 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
40.77 kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
40-45 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital
Mileage (ARAI)
Not Available
37.5 kmpl

Rear Suspension Compression Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Rebound Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Black, 41 mm USD
Aircraft derived hydralic single side arm from suspension with Anti Dive characteristics
Suspension-Rear
Mono Shock with 7 Step Adjustable Preload
Dual Effect hydraulic shock absorber with four position adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17,Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-110/70-11, Rear :-120/70-10
Wheel Size
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF And Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
770 mm
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Gross Weight
311 kg
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
700 ml
Length*Width*Height
2040*805*1170 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1290 mm
Length
2040 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
181 mm
Not Available
Height
1170 mm
1140 mm
Width
805 mm
690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
7.4 L
Kerb Weight
159 Kg
115 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
300 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
140 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Lead Acid
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame
Monocoque Chassis
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Urban
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Glide Through Technology
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Not Available
Body
Metal
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Not Available
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
Not Available
4th Service
17500-18000 Kms/550 Days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
5 Years or 60,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
60000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
TVS Ronin
  • Torquey engine ensures you don’t have to shift as frequently
  • Excellent fit and finish
  • Lightweight and agile in both city traffic and highway
  • Can easily accommodate tall riders
Vespa S
  • The design and styling makes it distinct from the Vespa
  • The engine on both the 125 & 150 variants offer good power and performance
TVS Ronin
  • Unimpressive highway performance
  • You’ll need to pull the front brake lever really hard for aggressive braking
Vespa S
  • The Tech variant comes at a massive premium
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TVS Ronin Vs Vespa S FAQs

Which bike is best between TVS Ronin vs Vespa S?
Vespa S is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and safety. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper TVS Ronin vs Vespa S?
The TVS Ronin is cheaper than Vespa S by ₹2,397.
Which bike offers better performance TVS Ronin vs Vespa S?
For the Base - Lighting Black version, 225.9 cc Petrol engine of Ronin produces 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm of torque. Whereas for the 125 Single Tone version, 124.45 cc Petrol engine of S produces 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm of power and 10.1 Nm @ 5600 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the TVS Ronin has better performance.

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