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**swift** · 09-07-2013, 03:29 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by prateek2210 View Post

Before I answer this, want to ask you a thing.
Have you gone through the manual that came with the bike?

Yes, Prateek, I did go through the manual and noticed that there is a table with all the details. But which service center follows that table? i guess none. The moment they hear the word "service" first thing that comes to their mind is "Water wash the vehicle and rip the customer, without even checking the vehicle" :|
I still cant forget the horrible experience i had with Anton TVS, Trivandrum Huh!!!

I read in different forums that some service center has the nerve to charge customer for engine oil without changing the oil. If you haven't read from CBR 250R thread, when CBR 250R was launched some of the Honda ASS didn't had oil filter in stock. So, ASS mech said that its not mandatory to change the filter, when the manufacturer has mentioned that filter has to be changed during first service.
I do not want any such incident to happen for my bike.

The reason for me to ask here is to get some knowledge on what is important or, read as, "Mandatory not to skip" so that i can insist/force them to change/check anything specifically.

**krish2778** · 09-07-2013, 04:50 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by swift View Post

Yes, Prateek, I did go through the manual and noticed that there is a table with all the details. But which service center follows that table? i guess none. The moment they hear the word "service" first thing that comes to their mind is "Water wash the vehicle and rip the customer, without even checking the vehicle" :|
I still cant forget the horrible experience i had with Anton TVS, Trivandrum Huh!!!

I read in different forums that some service center has the nerve to charge customer for engine oil without changing the oil. If you haven't read from CBR 250R thread, when CBR 250R was launched some of the Honda ASS didn't had oil filter in stock. So, ASS mech said that its not mandatory to change the filter, when the manufacturer has mentioned that filter has to be changed during first service.
I do not want any such incident to happen for my bike.

The reason for me to ask here is to get some knowledge on what is important or, read as, "Mandatory not to skip" so that i can insist/force them to change/check anything specifically.

You could just force them to do all the work, insist on staying with the bike when it is being done, they will do most of the job in a neat way.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

**neal961** · 09-08-2013, 10:39 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Hi ! this is my first post ,though I was a silent reader from years,havn't got a chance to post as my problem was always common so the answer solution was there,

thanks Xbhp for that but now I am having one,recently my mechanic adjusted my bike tapplets ( RTR 180 8000k) but after that my idle rpm has decrease ,previous it was around 1.2 but now less than 1 , my asking, is the tapplets are over tightened ??????? the revving is not free also..

**Shadowknight** · 09-10-2013, 05:55 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

i was going behind the auto and the auto guy suddenly turned right and BAM there was an apache standing right opposite to me in the MIDDLE (in one way) of the road!. Though i managed to lean/turn right my left indicator is gone !!, plus i'm starting to feel that my 10month old apache 180 abs is losing the grip :/
tldr: accident - left indicator gone !, tyres losing grip.

i've been away too long that i don't understand what i missed, because i don't see people suggesting Apache 180 ABS in what bike section anymore :s to 200ns !

**amitmalve** · 09-11-2013, 02:00 AM

**susheelkumar** · 09-11-2013, 11:58 AM

Re: Where is 2013 facelift version of rtr180

As mentioned it must have broken into pieces.

Btw I personally feel, we don't want anymore cosmetic changes..
Im waiting for a 200cc, 220cc & 250cc from them...
With just 160cc & 180cc they wont get good market.
Its been long time since people are waiting for higher cc from TVS.
Being a part of racing events I feel TVS should have upper hand than Bajaj when coming with higher cc engines.
They too damn slow. Someone must shout the hell or burn a cracker near their ass to wake them up from their shit sleeping.

They must understand that every passing minute is a chance to turn it all around...

**Rahul.g** · 09-11-2013, 10:28 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Hey guys

I had a query regarding my RTR 160.
My bike is 5 months old and has done 3.8k till now...the timing chain is making noise...the guys at svc say that it needs to be replaced. The thing is I never reved it or went over 45 kmph for the firat 1500 kms and till now I dont red line it(i do it rarely) and I get it serviced on time..i dont know why the timing chain is making noise or is damaged.
Should I get it replaced or get it replaced later as the engine has just done 3.8k kms?

Waiting for your replies
Thanks.

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**susheelkumar** · 09-12-2013, 03:10 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Rahul.g View Post

Hey guys

I had a query regarding my RTR 160.
My bike is 5 months old and has done 3.8k till now...the timing chain is making noise...the guys at svc say that it needs to be replaced. The thing is I never reved it or went over 45 kmph for the firat 1500 kms and till now I dont red line it(i do it rarely) and I get it serviced on time..i dont know why the timing chain is making noise or is damaged.
Should I get it replaced or get it replaced later as the engine has just done 3.8k kms?

Waiting for your replies
Thanks.

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Really strange to know that chain have to be replaced so fast.
Anyway before doing the same shoot a mail to higher officials about the same.
Anyway your are under warranty period. Lets see what they can do about this.
Change it after that only. Have u changed the tire profiles. Atleast you should maintain the same spec of stocks.
Check the below link for email ids

Apache RTR/FI - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community

http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcycle-ownership-experiences/4832-apache-rtr-fi.html

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**Rahul.g** · 09-12-2013, 10:11 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by susheelkumar View Post

Really strange to know that chain have to be replaced so fast.
Anyway before doing the same shoot a mail to higher officials about the same.
Anyway your are under warranty period. Lets see what they can do about this.
Change it after that only. Have u changed the tire profiles. Atleast you should maintain the same spec of stocks.
Check the below link for email ids
http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcyc...he-rtr-fi.html

Sure will try that and I am using stock tvs tyres.
Thanks for the reply

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**albyjose** · 09-13-2013, 09:36 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Apache breaking going on decreasing..
I had to park my bike under the sun for 2 weeks...Thereafter breaking is steadily decreasing.I have to squeeze more in every occasion.Can dirt be the culprit?

**Akash.Yadav** · 09-14-2013, 07:11 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by albyjose View Post

Apache breaking going on decreasing..
I had to park my bike under the sun for 2 weeks...Thereafter breaking is steadily decreasing.I have to squeeze more in every occasion.Can dirt be the culprit?

You can try pressure wash the brakes to remove the dirt but I don't think that is the problem here. Bleed the brakes, put in fresh DOT 4 oil and Apache's legendary braking should come back.

**muthanna88** · 09-14-2013, 07:17 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Devesh View Post

looks like someone had changed the DNA of my rtr or it may have evolved.
the bike is silky smooth between 4-7 k rpm but vibrates like hell between 7-8 ke and then becomes smooth again till 8.5k after which vibrates till the end.
pick up is as good as new
but the top end has decreased just a little bit.

What might be the cause?

NEED HELP!!!

Try Joel's exhaust.. believe me.. now my bike has zero vibes even if I ride at 125+ continuously..

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**Devesh** · 09-15-2013, 03:53 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by muthanna88 View Post

Try Joel's exhaust.. believe me.. now my bike has zero vibes even if I ride at 125+ continuously..

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thanks buddy

are their any side effects for the engine
or would it void warranty

most importantly COST nd from where to buy

**muthanna88** · 09-15-2013, 04:18 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Devesh View Post

thanks buddy

are their any side effects for the engine
or would it void warranty

most importantly COST nd from where to buy

Any modification will cause some strain to stock machine.. we should accept that fact.. having said that, Joel is a very experienced guy.. he tests his products rigorously before selling it.. It is a whole new exhaust system that you'll get and if you have to claim any warranty, you could always fix your stock exhaust . Its a 5 mins job..

Cost is on higher side.. If you use bike only to commute in city in low speeds and you are not much into ripping/touring.. I suggest, you stick with stock... Otherwise, it is a great buy and you'll never regret one bit for getting this exhaust.. reach Joel on 09886058653 on queries regarding cost please..

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**prateek2210** · 09-15-2013, 05:34 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by muthanna88 View Post

Try Joel's exhaust.. believe me.. now my bike has zero vibes even if I ride at 125+ continuously..

Joel never said that the ffe will give more top end, he always said it would be easy to reach to the top end and keep the bike moving easily at higher rpms. Go through his threads once more.

Originally posted by Devesh View Post

thanks buddy
are their any side effects for the engine
or would it void warranty

most importantly COST nd from where to buy

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