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  • Hey guys, check out the total 'likes'... it has hit sweet spot 180
    Now, please don't refrain from liking posts

    Mods, kindly excuse the O. T.
    The Apache is ever willing to red line each cog, but the Rider ain't. Enjoy RTR, Safely. Period.

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    • Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

      Originally posted by shahbaz63 View Post
      13,000 kilometers ... ^_^

      Congratulations shaby!

      Sent from my WT19i
      Don't matter what it is: Touring; Racing; Commuting. All I know is, I belong on the saddle.

      Rides : Honda CB Twister(Feb 2011 - Present) | TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS(Sept 2012 - May 2016) | Honda CBR250R C-ABS Repsol(March 2017 - Present)

      Break-in tension? Read this.

      Love camping and riding? Google - On Rustic Routes.

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      • hey guys can anyone suggest me the best engine oil for my RTR 180 clocked 1500 km
        can i go with CASTROL POWER 1 15w40
        or should i stick to svc's one
        i like to ride it at higher rpms

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        • Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

          Originally posted by Devesh View Post
          hey guys can anyone suggest me the best engine oil for my RTR 180 clocked 1500 km
          can i go with CASTROL POWER 1 15w40
          or should i stick to svc's one
          i like to ride it at higher rpms
          Havent tried any control oils. Shell ax7 and ultra are awesome. Ultra is FS, hence costlier. Ax7 does a good job too.

          Sent from my WT19i
          Don't matter what it is: Touring; Racing; Commuting. All I know is, I belong on the saddle.

          Rides : Honda CB Twister(Feb 2011 - Present) | TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS(Sept 2012 - May 2016) | Honda CBR250R C-ABS Repsol(March 2017 - Present)

          Break-in tension? Read this.

          Love camping and riding? Google - On Rustic Routes.

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          • Thanks xD ....
            Originally posted by madhav766 View Post
            Congratulations shaby!

            Sent from my WT19i
            Pride & Prejudice: Ladakh Ride,

            Ride To Raajmachi - Highway, Off Roading, Tent fire & Dhamaal

            Madness in Rajasthan - Travelogue
            www.facebook.com/shahbaz008

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            • Originally posted by prateek2210 View Post
              You mean the old RTR was skinny?

              BTW a fellow RTR owner's (Shiwaan) bike was stolen yesterday morning, feeling bad for him

              guys cant come out of my RTR memories still in love with my bike i hope police will find it i am also trying on my own level lets c what happens
              its very painful it was just like my child now stolen by those bastards...

              -=Live to Ride=-
              2006 Hero Honda, Passion Plus-Black Blue
              2011 TVS Apache, RTR-180 ABS-White (Stolen)
              2013-KTM, Duke 200
              -White

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              • Originally posted by Devesh View Post
                hey guys can anyone suggest me the best engine oil for my RTR 180 clocked 1500 km
                can i go with CASTROL POWER 1 15w40
                or should i stick to svc's one
                i like to ride it at higher rpms
                Use Shell Advance AX5 10w40 premium mineral oil till 5000kms (replace every 3 months/2500kms along with oil filter).

                Post 5000kms, shift to AX7 10w40 semi-synthetic oil. Till the warranty is over try changing oil at SVC itself even if oil is of your choice.
                Last edited by Rtrlover83; 12-09-2012, 11:21 PM.
                The Apache is ever willing to red line each cog, but the Rider ain't. Enjoy RTR, Safely. Period.

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                • Shell ULTRA FS is simply awesome I find it better then Motul
                  Cost - 750

                  (Personal Opinion)
                  Pride & Prejudice: Ladakh Ride,

                  Ride To Raajmachi - Highway, Off Roading, Tent fire & Dhamaal

                  Madness in Rajasthan - Travelogue
                  www.facebook.com/shahbaz008

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                  • Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                    Originally posted by shiwaan View Post
                    guys cant come out of my RTR memories still in love with my bike i hope police will find it i am also trying on my own level lets c what happens
                    its very painful it was just like my child now stolen by those bastards...
                    Condolences shiwaan. I'm really sort for what happened. Hope you find your bike soon. I really am sorry.

                    Sent from my WT19i
                    Don't matter what it is: Touring; Racing; Commuting. All I know is, I belong on the saddle.

                    Rides : Honda CB Twister(Feb 2011 - Present) | TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS(Sept 2012 - May 2016) | Honda CBR250R C-ABS Repsol(March 2017 - Present)

                    Break-in tension? Read this.

                    Love camping and riding? Google - On Rustic Routes.

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                    • As Shaby said, Shell Advance Ultra is a superb Full Synthetic engine oil. But, one has to wait at least till 7000kms before trying as it is a FS engine oil.

                      P. S. This oil's level will drop a little faster so frequent checks and required top ups are a must. There should always be a spare bottle at your home (won't be that easy on the wallet for many). Cost in Trivandrum 780INR.
                      The Apache is ever willing to red line each cog, but the Rider ain't. Enjoy RTR, Safely. Period.

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                      • Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                        Originally posted by Rtrlover83 View Post
                        Use Shell Advance AX5 10w40 premium mineral oil till 5000kms (replace every 3 months/2500kms along with oil filter).

                        Post 5000kms, shift to AX7 10w40 semi-synthetic oil. Till the warranty is over try changing oil at SVC itself even if oil is of your choice.
                        Isn't ax5 a mineral oil? TVS tru4 oil is a SS oil. Why would you downgrade to mineral when TVS is itself telling you to use SS from the word go?

                        Sent from my WT19i
                        Don't matter what it is: Touring; Racing; Commuting. All I know is, I belong on the saddle.

                        Rides : Honda CB Twister(Feb 2011 - Present) | TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS(Sept 2012 - May 2016) | Honda CBR250R C-ABS Repsol(March 2017 - Present)

                        Break-in tension? Read this.

                        Love camping and riding? Google - On Rustic Routes.

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                        • Hi guys,
                          I have a query or issue to discuss here. Hope you guys can help.

                          I own a TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS which I bought last month. Received the delivery on 31st October. The first servicing is done.
                          Whenever I ride the bike, there is some krr sound from the front. It comes when the bike vibrates, and sounds like some part is loose. I took the bike to the service center and they said it is the fairing and suggested that they tightened it. However, the sound is still there I am new to Apache, so I am wondering if the sound should be there? If not, what can be the possible reason? I have been hearing this sound since the first week.

                          Also, another question I have is that when I ride above 60kmph, the moment I release the accelerator or reduce the acceleration to reduce the speed, there is a kach sound at the bottom, which is more like the sound that comes when the bike goes through a pot hole. I informed the service center about this too but just like any service center, they did not fix the problem.
                          - Mansha

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                          • Originally posted by kantu View Post
                            Been there done that!
                            Throttle response will be much better and 0-60 will also be quick, but it may damage some of the internals. diaphragm got punctured when I was using it, mech said it was due to un even air flow, not sure if filter alone was to be blamed.
                            Better stick to stock paper filter, stock engine oil. They do their job well.
                            Originally posted by madhav766 View Post
                            Kantu

                            Sent from my WT19i
                            Thanks People!!
                            Originally posted by Mirhawk
                            I couldn't repair the Brakes, so I just made the Horn more louder!
                            Apache RTR 180 Bike Parts Catalouge
                            TVS Apache RTR 180/160 Wiring Schema

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                            • Originally posted by madhav766 View Post
                              Isn't ax5 a mineral oil? TVS tru4 oil is a SS oil. Why would you downgrade to mineral when TVS is itself telling you to use SS from the word go?

                              Sent from my WT19i
                              I haven't used the AX5, but have heard nice reviews of the same. One for example is from Abhii46 an xBhp member and an RTR180 owner. He is an avid tourer. Go through his travelouge just to get an idea.

                              AX5 will not become watery like Tru4 premium under high temps. I have seen this watery state once while draining it out from my bike at a local garage after some riding. The Mech instantly pointed out the fact (this particular oil was used for less than 1500km at the time it was changed).

                              Thing is, one need to stick with Tru4 or whatever oil the SVC provides to keep warranty. But some SVC's do accept and use the oil of our choice. But for this we have to be there on service day or some how make sure that they actaully use our oil (Shell Advance AX5 till 5000kms, then AX7).

                              I'am not saying Tru4 is not good, it is a quality product and is more than sufficient for daily commutes and is sort of OK for touring too. But, there are much better oils out there.
                              Last edited by Rtrlover83; 12-10-2012, 05:05 PM.
                              The Apache is ever willing to red line each cog, but the Rider ain't. Enjoy RTR, Safely. Period.

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