Reached 130 km/hr

I got my RTR 180 recently tuned at the ASC on Friday. Post that i have done 130km on Saturday morning, however my RPM meter is gone bust and does not show a proper reading. SO dont know what was the RPM reading there???

I did report the RPM meter issue in the ASC and they rewound the meter to zero and tested it. It worked fine in testing, however once the other tune up were finished and the final trial was taken, the RPM meter again started move to the right of 0k as before and the issue started all over again. The ASC guy told that i would need to replace the entire console. It would cost me 3550 for replacing it. If i do this i would also loose all the kilometeres to digital meter or won't i? Is it advisable to change the console for the RPM meter only???

Previously i have touched 124 at 11K or close to 11.5 K RPM.

^^^ demand for warranty replacement..how old is your bike???? 124 at 11.5???i think you must have been only in the 4th gear...cuz at 11.5K rpm i think you would be doing 140 :P

Hey guys i have only reached around 2500 kms on the ODO. 2 services done. The max speed I have gone to is 107 about 8 rpm. Is it ok if i rev my bike more at this stage? or should i wait till about 5000 to 6000km to be completed?

PS : Wanna feel the true power of the bike thats why im askin

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

U've made ur ride wait too long
Its safe Afaik

Any reply on this above post?
There is a chu-chu noise from the rear wheel whenever i move the bike backwards.Is the sound coming from the rear disc?

Whoa... Please remove your frustration (or your anger on your boss or lecturer) somewhere else! I have full rights to ask questions here and I WILL !

CRIBBING ?? Cribbing you say ??? Tell me where did I crib in the post..
READ AGAIN :
""Guys, a minor issue on my bike. Ive been using the Philips 55W bulb since a long time and ever since I bought it, it flickers (slightly) when i switch the indicators on while riding. I initially thought that the battery wouldn't support it and so did not bother much. But I noticed today that it doesnt flicker when on idle. My further t/s led to the conclusion that the headlight flickers (with the indicators ON) only when the engine revs to more than 4K RPM.
Any suggestions/pointers to get this fixed?""

I know the stock is a 35Watt one. Notice the BOLD part? That's why i posted here! Hope you get it, if not dont bother to answer!

I've been one of the most happiest RTR owners and have impressed 5 of my friends to buy the same bike. I have no reason to crib!

Thanks Harish. I confirmed the same from the SVC Engg. I'm wary of DC conversion. Let me see what's the stuff about Coil Rewinding.
Thanks for the link

RPM Meter faulty


My bike is more than 24 months old, hence the warranty is no longer valid!!!

Does replacing my console reset the ODO to 0 or will i still be able to retain the kms done by my bike with the new console?

Update guy's (not a happy one though)

1. Choke cable has gone kaput.

2. Rear fender has become kind of loose. I guess something holding (from the bottom of the tail piece?) is broke. When going through uneven surfaces, getting a lot of rattling from the rear.

Bike has done 12500km and is now 20 months young

Are you sure mate? coz i think the service in your area is much better than mine.....really sure i can take it to the end?

Yes it will reset... Its good for you actually Higher resale value when you'll be buying RTR250

The rattling might be from the chain cover. It tends to get loose now and then in my bike.


My bike is 11month old and has 16300 on the odo. I was having issues with the top end speed. Took it to Svc and got it re-tuned. The Engg said he got the tappets adjusted among other stuff. He also said test it now and if it doesnt help, then clutch plates need to be changed. Is it so? Would that help?

hello bro, first of all less top end can be due to many things.it is very much possible that u get higher speed at one time and lower speed the other time. This maybe due to wind resistance and road elevation.. The other factors that result in to a low top speed may be

1.lower pressure in tyres
2. Carb tuning
3.faulty spark plug
4.valve clearence
5.brakes
6. Clutch plates
7. Engine oil

first of all, ur ride has done 16.3k have u ever replaced the spark plug, if not then its time to change it . I change a spark plug every 5k kms as it is not very costly . Just 125 bucks.

The valve clearence should be
inlet-0:06
exhaust- 0.08
the svc's generally set the thing with hands and not with the feeler gauge, get it adjusted with a feeler gauge by a good mech,, if not then check drifty's D.I.Y on valve clearance setting.

Check the brakes and make sure they are not touching the pads tightly when the wheel is moved .

I had changed the clutch plates at around 6k due to stunting on my bike, but i have read somewhere on xbhp that rtr's clutch plates can take a lot of abuse. Still get them opened aand check whether thay are burnt or not. Let not the mech fool u, check it on ur own if the squares on then have turned plain they they are burnt . Better post a pic here. Clutch plates cost 650 from the svc. Make sure they use original ones as i once got fooled by leaving my bike at the svc.

Use a good engine oil, if mineral go for yamahalube 20w40, fully synth, motul and shell are really good, currently have motul 300v on my 9k old menace.

Lastly use a full croutch on a empty highway or good road, where cows dont come in the way and check the top end.

Any update on this plzz do post as low top end has become a very common prob nowadays.

Thanks for the reply Utkarsh. Engine Oil(Motul 7100 FS), tyre pressure, brakes and pads, tuning and spark plugs are all fine fine. I know atleast these stuff and regularly check! Yeah i will be getting the Iridium spark plugs soon.

Yes, I have checked and rechecked the top speed in various different roads. I've tried the full crouch too and nothing changed!

The Svc Engg that I deal with is very keen on resolving my issues and he doesnt even charge me for the regular visits I pay to the Svc center! Yeah I do have Drifty's DIY saved but scared to try it on my own I now need to find a good mech near my place. If the valve clearance is fine, i guess the only part at fault will be the plates!

WISHING YOU ALL A VERY HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR!!!

Then replace it.Mine is broken too since a few months but I hardly use the choke so haven't replaced it yet.Cost INR120

The rear fender bolt at the centre might be loose.

Have you adjusted the tappets before this?If the tappets are tight,the top end reduces.Check out the top end now and revert back.
Motul oil of what grade?And please stick to the Bosch twin electrode spark plug for peace of mind.

BTW,anyone know the cost of the main jet of RTR180?

Offtopic:Mumbai guys,I am planning for a 400km round trip to Lavasa tommorow/this weekend,anyone willing to join in?for more details check out the Mumbai offline meet thread.

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

No harm bro!!

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Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

It will be reset to 0.. If you want to keep your current meter, try some local shops where they repair meters...
I had a similar issue when I had a crash... Its a small motor that is to be replaced... Costed me 600..
Y waste 3000+ for a new meter :P

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