Well Handle issue resolved... it was a tough 3 days... lots of R&D & hit & go method... :|

Ownership Review Apache RTR 180 ABS

Hi Everybody,
Warning Long Post
This is ownership review of Apache RTR 180 ABS. I have brought the bike from century TVS, Wakadewadi Pune on 28 Nov 2012.
I have brought TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS after two months of torchured mind and countless Test ride on different bike.
this was my Second choice after Duke 200. I had finalised duke but had to let go due to monetary issues.
That being said after living with 2 months and 4780 km I'm happy that I bought RTR.

Purchase EXP.
Century TVS,Wakadewadi Pune
showroom staff were ok. On taking delivery of bike i had to wait for 2 hours in showroom since bike has to be brought from warehouse.
I was able to do the PDI when finally bike arrived at showroom. while doing the PDI I noticed Bike top speed recorded on console was 131kmph.
Immediately checked the Odo and trip meters,both were same at 11.7 kms which is the distance from showroom to warehouse. After that completed the PDI
without any issues. As the Bike was in good condition didn't raise the storm on top speed recorded on console. Made the payment and took the bike to home.
I didn't opt for teflon coating.overall Showroom exp. was nice but could be better.
Ex Showroom = 86149
RTO Tax + Reg. charges = 6752
Insurance charge = 2103
Smart Card charges = 350
Grand Total = 95354.

Ownership EXP.
First 200 kms- I used factory recommended running in style. Slow gradual increase in rpms till 4000rpm then releasing the throttle.again increase the revs till 4000rpm.
repeat the process.
till 500 kms- Repeat above process with revs increase to 5000.

1st service = 526 kms on 6.12.12
cost = 340
Oil = 275 (TVS Oil)
Oil filter = 65

After 1st servicing Bike felt Little bit free. After servicising went to 500 km long ride. During this ride i never exceeded the revs above 6000 rpm.same procedure was
followed as before 500 km running in. During 1st servicing to 2nd service I found this particular problem, whenever the bike is resting for more than 4 hrs, it would give
feeling of choking for few kms even after warming the bike for 2 min. That feeling disappears after 5 min. after that bike remains normal.
when the bike crossed 2500 kms, the vibrations increased. Mind you these are not bone shaking vibrations but merely buzzy feeling. Tvs has done remarkable job
damping the vibes. some vibes are present but they increases the feeling of power within the bike.
2nd service = 2779 kms on 5.1.13
Cost = 320
Oil = 275 (TVS Oil)
oil filter = 35
Rubber side panel = 10

After 2nd sevice the bike felt Somewhat free. It was leaping forward with a ferocity that was lacking earlier and the chocking feeling somewhat disappeard but it was there
in the morning.
both the services are done at Samarth TVS near Bharati vidyapeeth, Katraj Pune.As you can see above by the cost of service, how can the price of oil filter get lower from
65 to 35? I don't know. Also the service done by this service center is pathetic. They dont even have a chain spray with them. I only tolerated them because it is at shouting sistance from where I live.

Current Odo = 4780 kms. Now the bike is totally free in the sense it goes berserk, that feeling of choking has completely disappeared after a long ride at 4000 kms.

Ride- Bike feels pretty comfortable for long ride. the suspension soaks up small potholes without transferring the shocks to rider or pillion.

Handling- It is brilliant in city traffic. I was able to zigzag through gaps that were Not possible earlier. didnt test it in Ghat sections.

Tyres- Absolute shit. Dont have confidence in them even in dry. As for wet, there is scary incident that i went through, i was riding at 20 kmph. the road was concrete and wet
from water spilled from tanker. I gave throttle normaly in 2 nd gear as in dry situation. The rear tyre performed glorius burnout and rear side stepped. from that moment I lost
all the confidence to ride in wet on those tyres. Now I avoid wet patches like plague.

Brakes- Brakes have sharp bite. Abs is a life saver when the bike unable to stop and would hit the obstacle, I was able to steer away from the obstacle all the while reducing the speed.

Riding Position- sporty.

Exhaust Sound - this exhaust give good Bassy sound. It feels like bike is growling. I was sold on RTR due to exhaust soundtrack.

Seat - Comfortable for rider and pillion albeit pillion suffers vibration from footpegs above 90 kmph.

Lights- RTR 180 ABS has DC setup. Lights are not enough for the speed it is capable of.

Mirrors- Clear and stylish. Slightely buzzy at above 100 kmph.

Milege- 40 to 45 kmpl at 80 to 90 kmph
30 to 35 kmpl above 90 kmph.
pertol used 90% from shell petroleum
Overall
Bike is a thorough Hooligan. It goads you to ride fast with its Manic acceleration and Growling Soundtrack. The way this bike goes to its top speed needs to be experienced.This bike has a
personality that is lacking in some bike. Mind you If you are a top speed type guy, dont bother with this bike. You will get better options in market. This bike gives feelings that are not
explained by words.You will be laughing like crazy inside the helmet when the bike is leaned over in corner at high speed and everything happens perfectly. But there also a danger of going over limit
and the bike will bite back. this heightens the adreline feeling. I hope I have given due respect to this bike through this review.
Questions- Can the Lights be upgraded to 60/ 55w bulb? Also how to adjust the beam throw of light. Can any one explain with photos to adjust it. Which better tyres that are available can I change to while keeping tyre size stock?
Thanks for reading this long post. I'm sorry for the long Post.

^^^

Congrats on the ride bro, and I cant believe the SVC jerks did a hard break in on your ride just before delivery. Really reckless of them.

Congrats. By the way, never mind about the recorded speed. Every bike at every showroom are prone to be ripped by the stupid mechs. when I bought mine, Speed recorded was 130 and ODO reading was around 35( And it was the first RTR 180 in my area,and white was not in stock any where), so I eventually got it. Its still a gem after 44K kms....
Enjoy.....

Hi All,

Pleasure informing you all that i will soon become an owner of the beast. Going to purchase apache 160 rear disc in a day or two.
Please tell me whether purchasing bike from any tvs showroom is fine ? if not please tell me from which showroom should i purchase the bike ? i stay in bangalore near whitefield.
also tell me what should i check when the bike is delivered to me.

Thanks a lot

@chetanrautdessai : Congrats first of all. BTW oil filter at 65?? Are you sure. mine costs 33 from svc , although old model, but there is no difference. Kindly check again
@Shanky442 : Please go through my signature...........

P.S : Why no use of "search" feature

Hi Prateek,

Thanks a lot for the information.
Regarding using the search feature, till date i haven't had a good experience with xbhp search. Well.... from now on will definitely search first and then post

TVS Apache RTR 180

I asked at rajajinagar Tvs for ur rtr160,
83,900 with rear disc and 81600 without rear disc. They will give seat cover and grip cover. No Teflon coat, no indicator buzzer, no helmet.

I got mine at Tristar Tvs at Domlur they gAve me seat cover and Teflon coating, buzzer and saree guard. Teflon coat itself will cost u 450-500
I removed the buzzer and the saree guard

Make sure to visit at two three showrooms, compare the accessories and the on road price too. Some give a vega helmet as accessory, which itself costs 1700. be strong in negotiating and tell them if they are okay on ur terms only then you will book with them

Tvs finance charges 8% interest on loan add 1500 extra for the processing.





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Hi Phani,

Thanks again.
I had asked in Trijal tvs in whitefield. for RD 83780/- with helmet free(normal helmet 200/- - 300/- approx)
in Shree chakra motors in hoodi, for RD 84000/- with helmet(normal),helmet lock, seat cover and indicator buzzer free.

You can purchase anywhere where offer price is good, dont worry about service as you can get it serviced in any TVS Service Center.
In bangalore, Bridgestone SVC(Dr Rajkumar Road, Rajajinagar) seems to be the best yet.
Use Google

Thanks Kantu. Will get my first servicing done there at rajajinagar.

hello guys me and my bike are going great
i want to know something from my big brothers , it happened to me around 7-8 times in 5 months of ownership
sometimes when I turn off my bike after everything is clear on speedo their is something written (PRI 7.7) can any one tell me something about this
it persists for 3-4 seconds and disappears after that everything is normal
Is their anything to worry??

Weird, never saw anything like this. A pic please

will try my best to get one
but as mentioned its very rare and persists for only 3-4 seconds
is this really weird

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Took my bike to SVC and back. A day there and a wash later the bike sounded good with much less rattle. But now I can hear a clearly audible tuck-tuck-tuck noise. It's not a persistent one. I'm not sure from where it's coming but it's not audible at speeds above 20~30. Could anyone please tell me what should I do next?
I asked the mechs to check oil level as I was not sure about it when I checked the level myself. Got the chain lubed and all. They said everything is fine. Didn't notice this noise when returning from SVC.