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**deviil** · 05-11-2012, 05:42 PM

PSD Tyres for Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by prateek2210 View Post

A friend is using MRF Vyde, but somehow it doesn't give that confidence on wet surface plus 120 profile would be a little heavy, try searching for R15 V1a rear tyre.
K&N actually gives sound....that's it. You will love the sound in the initial days but later on the sound will irritate you . On top of it as I said IMO K&N works well in higher cc bikes where there is opportunity to get more juice out of the bike. Again with this you need to upjet the bike, which I am scared of

Hi Prateek,

Could you kindly confirm the configuration for the PSD tyres which can be used on the RTR 180?

Also has anyone checked if we can put the new front kowl / tail kowl / tank from the RTR 180 on the older version?

Thanks

**prateek2210** · 05-11-2012, 11:36 PM

Originally posted by deviil View Post

Hi Prateek,
Could you kindly confirm the configuration for the PSD tyres which can be used on the RTR 180?

Here the catch is you wont the exact fitment
either 100/80-17 M/CTL 52H SPORTD or 130/70-17 M/C TL 62 H SPORTD MOTORCYCLE - Sport Demon - PIRELLI INDIA

**Garry_Menace** · 05-12-2012, 12:14 AM

Originally posted by prateek2210 View Post

Here the catch is you wont the exact fitment
either 100/80-17 M/CTL 52H SPORTD or 130/70-17 M/C TL 62 H SPORTD MOTORCYCLE - Sport Demon - PIRELLI INDIA

The 100/80-17 is a FRONT tyre, Prateek

**prateek2210** · 05-12-2012, 12:30 AM

Originally posted by Garry_Menace View Post

The 100/80-17 is a FRONT tyre, Prateek

Oopsie my mistake.
Then there is IRC too

**rocker** · 05-12-2012, 08:39 PM

Hey people where are you all. New breed is not that bad as we thought. Even R15 doesnt look like what it is in pics. Check this out inperson.

**cs1183** · 05-12-2012, 08:47 PM

Originally posted by prateek2210 View Post

A friend is using MRF Vyde, but somehow it doesn't give that confidence on wet surface plus 120 profile would be a little heavy, try searching for R15 V1a rear tyre.
K&N actually gives sound....that's it. You will love the sound in the initial days but later on the sound will irritate you . On top of it as I said IMO K&N works well in higher cc bikes where there is opportunity to get more juice out of the bike. Again with this you need to upjet the bike, which I am scared of

IMO R15 v1 Rear tyre looks very bad so if we are looking for an MRF then Vyde is the best option out there.

Originally posted by deviil View Post

Hi Prateek,

Could you kindly confirm the configuration for the PSD tyres which can be used on the RTR 180?

Also has anyone checked if we can put the new front kowl / tail kowl / tank from the RTR 180 on the older version?

Thanks

Not the PSD but Pirelli MT75 are in exactly same sizes as that of A180 i.e. 90/90-17 and 110/80-17. But I don't know if they'll be easily available.

**cs1183** · 05-12-2012, 08:56 PM

Originally posted by nisnth View Post

Finally got the Vyde and FS for the bike and I'm loving it

FS @ Rs 1775 and Vyde @ Rs 2700 including fitting...

I did some quick laps with gravel filled corners and really loved the grip! Waiting for some rains now...

Hey do you recommend me getting Zapper Vyde? Do you think it's worth the price or should I find one from Pirelli?

**prateek2210** · 05-12-2012, 09:52 PM

Originally posted by rocker View Post

Hey people where are you all. New breed is not that bad as we thought. Even R15 doesnt look like what it is in pics. Check this out inperson.

Different people , different view and request not to start the comparison here. There are many threads for that

Originally posted by cs1183 View Post

IMO R15 v1 Rear tyre looks very bad so if we are looking for an MRF then Vyde is the best option out there.

You want looks or practicality?

**rocker** · 05-12-2012, 10:22 PM

Originally posted by prateek2210 View Post

Different people , different view and request not to start the comparison here. There are many threads for that

I have both new and old so i think i can compare :-)

**prateek2210** · 05-12-2012, 10:32 PM

Originally posted by rocker View Post

I have both new and old so i think i can compare :-)

I was talking about comparison here between R15 V1's looks and new RTR's looks
Don't take me wrong but comparison between old and new RTR (which is not required) just because you own both, does not make any sense

**pcgamer** · 05-13-2012, 12:06 AM

Originally posted by Drifty View Post

The same thing applies to most of the bikes including the RTR160.If you are referring to the Air-Fuel mixture screw(shown in the below pic),then its around 3 and a half turns from the leanest position,that would be the optimum mixture.
If you are looking towards changing the needle jet clip position,then setting the clip at lowest position will make the mixture too rich.It has most of the effect between 1/4th and 3/4th throttle.The engine will sputter with fuel and you can experience lazy kinda feeling in the mid range rpms if you set the clip at that setting.Best,you can add thin washers to increase the height of the needle jet by a 'little' margin which will allow 'slightly' more fuel to pass through it.This will serve your purpose if you have a free flow air filter installed in your bike.
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Thanks and sorry for the extremely late reply. My Hyper Edge's Air-Fuel screw is set at 5.5 revolutions from the leanest position. Still the spark plug tip looks like it could do with some more fuel. It's definitely good but yeah a very very little towards lean from the 'best' mixture. I'll try to post a pic of it tomorrow when the plug is cold as I came home just now. So I'm confused if RTR160 too has the same number of revolutions as in 180? Need your help with this.

**Krish1417** · 05-13-2012, 01:29 AM

Originally posted by hayaz_xlr8z View Post

Took a test ride few days ago. Things i observed:
1) The vibes are gone(smoother engine).
2) gear ratios are taller.
3) acceleration weakened. No more 0-60 in <5sec.
4) top end might be bettered(i guess).
5) doesn't feel like riding rtr. Feels more like cbz xtreme.
6) looks ugly. The stickers and tank scoops looks amatuerish. The 'eyes'(not the whole headlamp), the console and the clip-on base-plate looked nice though.
7) bigger rear tyre.
8) almost similar yet a bit softer exhaust note.
9) felt a little bit heavier.
10) lower pillion seat(easy to get on and off but hampers the aggressive looks).

Sorry for the OT.But couldn't resist from posting here

**achu** · 05-13-2012, 02:18 PM

Originally posted by abhirairtr View Post

ur very lucky that the svc did a good job to tune ur bike. its a rare case. during my services at svc, i had a heck of a time.

yh me too cuz good mechanics in a svc are not easy to find....even in our svc...der's only one good guy i think !!

**Rtrlover83** · 05-13-2012, 09:17 PM

Originally posted by achu View Post

yh me too cuz good mechanics in a svc are not easy to find....even in our svc...der's only one good guy i think !!

And who could that be?

@ALL
Done the 10th paid service @ 15,715 km. Almost 27 months old now.

General Service - 200.00
Labour charge - 60.00
Drive chain clean and lube - 40.00

Tax - 36

Grand total 336.00

Spent some time inside the showroom with 2012 RTR's. Attention given to details is indeed praiseworthy.

**rocker** · 05-13-2012, 09:52 PM

2 Days 250 Kms

Dear All

Done a small road trip of 250 kms in 2 days (Faridabad-Delhi-Rohtak-Delhi). Spent as much time with new animal as much possible during these two days. My Observations are as follows:
1. Vibrations still present but who cares after buying second RTR in a row.
2. Mid range is plentiful and felt more powerful than 160, just 2 more bhp do wonders

3. Looks are subjective but as I said earlier new design grows on you slowly.
4. We loved older design so much that we will take lil time to adjust with new design but I am sure we will do

5. Quality is top notch for material except those shitty TVS tires.

Enjoy the pics. Will write a complete ride report soon.

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