Re: TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS

As far as my knowledge goes, the kind of abs tvs uses doesn't add weight to the bike. The abs involves a hydraulic ecu to independently control each brake. So it's just going to be normal braking action with the hecu monitoring the action.

This isn't true for the C-abs Honda uses. That system involves simultaneous braking of both the wheels regardless of which brake is applied. This involves some serious linking between the wheels, adding an insane 8kg to the vehicle. I really don't understand how that happens though.

Regardless, bajaj is actually in talks with ktm to introduce the abs in their bikes. The main reason I think is that abs is a little costly and maintenance also is. But bajaj is about being cheap and best. ;-)

Sent from my WT19i

Perhaps this would help you understand about C-ABS
Honda's new combined ABS system explained: Pt 2 - YouTube
BTW, KTM's duke models from 2013 will have ABS atleast as an option, so it won't be too long before Bajaj introduces the same for their bikes.

And they did ...

Yeah i was searching for this road trip to read once more and to complement as when i read this 1st time i was not registered so could not. Very well written and some very nice photographs that keeps the interest throughout the small journey period.

Really it is a superb bike. It had been launched to target the Indian youth with its sporty stylish look and high performance engine. It is loaded with a number of advanced features that offer excellent ridability. It offer comfortable driving experience on long journey.

For all I would like to tell that after 6 month of experience I can confidently say ABS works very well.... its should be in all vehicles. And good thing is even after braking hard bike doesn't wobble .

hi friends ..i have been using apache abs from 18 months ,infact mine was from the very first batch. I have completed 9200 km til now.ABS has proved a boon for me . I have escaped many accidents .but i had muliple abs failure one at 7200km and the other at 8500km.TVS service center are not quipped to provide soultion to this problem in a decent time limit.
During my first failure they kept the bike for a week to repair which they did.During second incident , i had my rear brake fail miserably escaping an accident .i was riding with my mom when this haapen.rear brake gave no response .svc guys told that the overflow pipe(it just like a tube connecting rear master cylinder) has been pierced and needed a replacement .It took a whopping 20 days for the part to arrive.I had no option but to rely on front brake and engine braking to ride bike during this 20 days. when the part arrive they had their new problems like they had no generator to carry out brake bleeding for which they have a machine.
i dont know why did they cannot do it manuallythus the realibility of the product remains a question.Then too ,this is a nice safety and cheaper system.i dont know when my brake is gonna fail again.

Well my bike is 6 month old with 16,700km on ODO, to be honest I've never seen ABS gets stopped or something like that .....

Hey guys!
I am taking home an apache 180 abs tomo.What are the things i need to keep in mind? things to check on ? how do i see if the abs is functioning properly ?

Hi sathish,

Congrats for your new bike.... For ABS testing, Well check for ABS Led Indicator, when you start ignition it should keep on blinking till you cross 2,000 rpm (7kp/h).
dono't press ABS Button for more then 5 seconds, it may reset its setting. And most importantly ABS is on by default so no need to worry.

ABS light Glows = ABS Off
ABS Light Off = ABS ON
ABS Light Blinking = ABS Self Check & No Input feeded to it yet.

Have a look at FAQ's Created by Prateek "



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Re: TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS

Hi Guys,

My cousin has a latest ABS model. He has driven around 12k and the rear brake has failed due to a hole in the pipe. SVC guys found that this was due to battery acid leak. We sourced for the part from another service center here in chennai and it costed around 1100 for the hose. So check the battery drain hose in your bikes. I have got the same model, till now driven around 460kms... i need to check for the battery hose in mine ..

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS

Thanks for the nice review, now i also got Apache RTR 180 ABS

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS

Welcome rcsekar..

http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcycle-ownership-experiences/8146-tvs-apache-rtr-180-a.html

Do join us here for any queries, suggestion or anything you would like to discuss regarding RTR 180.

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS


my name is shahryar I am new in xBhp I Need help like i need tips for buying a second hand bike as my parents are not allowing to buy a 180 abs becoz of its price so i am going for a second hand instead So i found two bikes


1. Apache 180 abs is a white color
km driven 12K
model year 2012
regularly servicing is done
little little rust accumulated near the silence n nuts
bike is engine is smooth as i have taken a test ride
engine oil used castrol power1
Price 55K

2.apache 180 abs is also the same color white
2013 model
km driven 25K
looks in great condition
but i am doubting the engine performance
regularly servicing is also done
engine oil TVS tru4

PRice 68K

whats your opinion?



N what are document needed to change the owership & insurance of the bike to my name

plz help

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS

Well Sir,The new Apache RTR 180 ABS has much better Seats and Improved NVH Levels espicially Lowdown at 4K RPM and upto the 11K RPM Mark.I highly recommend you go for the 2013 Apache RTR 180 ABS.Thank you