Announcement

**prateek2210** · 02-26-2014, 10:32 AM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by adityajohanan View Post

hmmm.. Why siezed or why porting?

How it seized and big why for the mods and head work?

**Divya Sharan** · 02-26-2014, 10:33 AM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by adityajohanan View Post

Getting it rebored, getting it ported, installing a cosworth cold air intake. Free flow exhaust!

Why for this? ^^^

What do you expect to gain?

**adityajohanan** · 02-26-2014, 10:46 AM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Divya Sharan View Post

Why for this? ^^^

What do you expect to gain?

reboring was done because the engine siezed. This time i took my bike

for servicing and only about 100ml of oil drained out. I used to keep a regular check on the oil levels, had stopped doing so in the past 4-5 months because it never showed less. Learned it the hard way.

Since the engine had to be opened anyway, i got it ported. I don't see a problem with that.

Sent from my RM-885_im_india_249 using Tapatalk

**prateek2210** · 02-26-2014, 11:42 AM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

@adityajohanan : All I can say is all the best to your ride.

**Divya Sharan** · 02-26-2014, 11:51 AM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by adityajohanan View Post

Since the engine had to be opened anyway, i got it ported. I don't see a problem with that.

Which tuning house did you get it ported from? Also what is the make of FFE you're going to use?
How long do you plan to keep your bike for? Also, are you prepared for the additional maintenance costs that come bundled with hot rodding?

**Rahul.g** · 02-26-2014, 04:43 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by pcgamer View Post

Yes. It is longer and wider.

My RTR 160 is running 120/80 17 rear tyre, so was thinking of getting a 180's swingarm installed.
I just wanted to know if its worth it?

Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile app

**Rahul.g** · 02-26-2014, 04:46 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Divya Sharan View Post

Which tuning house did you get it ported from? Also what is the make of FFE you're going to use?
How long do you plan to keep your bike for? Also, are you prepared for the additional maintenance costs that come bundled with hot rodding?

Does FFE effect the engine to a great extent on the long run even if we use a good quality FFE?

Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile app

**Phil_Ivor** · 02-26-2014, 05:09 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

[QUOTE=Rahul.g;1043985]Does FFE effect the engine to a great extent on the long run even if we use a good quality FFE?

Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile

I think if you set the right AFR then it will be as good as a stock exhaust.

Sent from my GT-S7562 using xBhp Connect mobile app

**Rahul.g** · 02-26-2014, 05:11 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

[QUOTE=Phil_Ivor;1043990]

Originally posted by Rahul.g View Post

Does FFE effect the engine to a great extent on the long run even if we use a good quality FFE?

Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile

I think if you set the right AFR then it will be as good as a stock exhaust.

Sent from my GT-S7562 using xBhp Connect mobile app

Ok thanks

Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile app

**Divya Sharan** · 02-26-2014, 06:04 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Rahul.g View Post

Does FFE effect the engine to a great extent on the long run even if we use a good quality FFE?

Yes! However good the quality may be.
Picture this - A Honda CBR 1000RR may run for 1L kms without an engine overhaul, but with an Akrapovic exhaust system, it would need a rebuild post 60k kms. That too with an exhaust system specifically built for the bike.
With the FFE on a carb'd bike in India, you cannot keep playing with AFR every time you start the bike.

Anyways, I can say only one thing - Enjoy your hay while the sun shines! (Modified from the actual quote to suit the situation)

**Rahul.g** · 02-26-2014, 07:08 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Divya Sharan View Post

Yes! However good the quality may be.
Picture this - A Honda CBR 1000RR may run for 1L kms without an engine overhaul, but with an Akrapovic exhaust system, it would need a rebuild post 60k kms. That too with an exhaust system specifically built for the bike.
With the FFE on a carb'd bike in India, you cannot keep playing with AFR every time you start the bike.

Anyways, I can say only one thing - Enjoy your hay while the sun shines! (Modified from the actual quote to suit the situation)

I have not installed a FFE yet
I like to do know what im getting into before doing any mod and who else can help me better than our fellow bikers

I've decided to stay stock

Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile app

**Adarsh_Bk** · 02-26-2014, 07:48 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Hi everyone.. Have done 33k kms till now on the RTR, it was a great experience really, it never let me down on any long rides which was the best part. So many memories with it and this was the bike which taught me to ride! But finally its time to move on & I decided to upgrade from RTR and the only worthy replacement (atleast according to me) is D390. Got it delivered yesterday (Posted first impressions here) and its been fun riding it.

Still have the RTR though, thinking of selling it but its very difficult

RTR is still a very good buy even if they didnt upgrade engine in last 5 years

Only thing it lacks would be lower speeds in boring 4 lane highways, everything else is good enough.

Anyways, will always be in touch with RTR folks here.. Keep revvin'

**pcgamer** · 02-26-2014, 09:12 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Rahul.g View Post

My RTR 160 is running 120/80 17 rear tyre, so was thinking of getting a 180's swingarm installed.
I just wanted to know if its worth it?

Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile app

If it's running without any problem, there's no need. Moreover, you'll need to replace your rear suspension with 180's if you change the swingarm IIRC. Even if you're facing problem, buying a newer, thinner tyre will be cheaper than doing all those modifications.

Originally posted by Adarsh_Bk View Post

Hi everyone.. Have done 33k kms till now on the RTR, it was a great experience really, it never let me down on any long rides which was the best part.

Heartiest congratulations on your new acquisition. Enjoy maadi

You're right about RTR. I'll keep it for as long as possible even if I get a new bike. It's a great all rounder. BTW, from which showroom did you get your 390?

**prateek2210** · 02-26-2014, 09:32 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

@Adarsh_Bk : Thats a wonderful step you have taken. But even if you sell it, I would still call you as RTR Tribal

Keep helping people here and yes next time you are coming to Delhi on this D390

**Adarsh_Bk** · 02-26-2014, 11:46 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by pcgamer View Post

Heartiest congratulations on your new acquisition. Enjoy maadi

You're right about RTR. I'll keep it for as long as possible even if I get a new bike. It's a great all rounder. BTW, from which showroom did you get your 390?

Thanks a lot man

And yes do keep the RTR for as long as possible, I never worried about road condition on it, good roads? bad roads? off roads? no roads? no problem

But that wont be the case now. Got it from Indiranagar showroom btw.

Originally posted by prateek2210 View Post

@Adarsh_Bk : Thats a wonderful step you have taken. But even if you sell it, I would still call you as RTR Tribal

Keep helping people here and yes next time you are coming to Delhi on this D390

Thanks so much sirjee

Even now I am part of RTR tribe (but now RTR stands for Ready To Race

) And Blore - Delhi on 390? Hmmm let me count the fuel stops

Announcement

TVS Apache RTR 180

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment

Comment