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  • #14596
    Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

    Originally posted by swift View Post
    Guys,
    My bike is nearing first service, please advice on following
    1) What should be changed during this service? I know engine oil has to be changed, what else?
    2) Should i specifically ask ASS to check/adjust anything?
    3) How much bill amount i can expect?

    Also suggest anything else if I need to take care. I'm from trivandrum.
    Before I answer this, want to ask you a thing.
    Have you gone through the manual that came with the bike?
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    • #14597
      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.
      Last edited by swift; 09-07-2013, 03:33 PM.
      Honda Activa (2011)
      TVS Apache RTR 180 (2013)
      TVS Victor GLX(2004-2013)

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      • #14598
        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.


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        • #14599
          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..

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          • #14600
            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 !
            Last edited by Shadowknight; 09-10-2013, 06:01 PM.

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              • #14602
                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...
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                • #14603
                  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.

                  Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile app

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                  • #14604
                    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.

                    Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile app
                    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
                    Share what you think about the motorcycle you own or have owned in the past.
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                    • #14605
                      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

                      Sent from my LT26ii using xBhp Connect mobile app

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                      • #14606
                        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?
                        "Vibes transmitted from crank shaft to frame, then through the bearings of the head stock and into the stem where it meets the triple clamp and into the clip-ons where it is greeted with great pleasure by my hands"-ratfighter mod rtr

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                        • #14607
                          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.
                          Regards,
                          Akash Yadav

                          The world ain't all sunshine and rainbows. It is a very mean and nasty place. It will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it.

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                          • #14608
                            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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                            • #14609
                              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..

                              Sent from my GT-I9100 using xBhp Connect mobile app
                              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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                              • #14610
                                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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