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  • #14281
    Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

    Originally posted by albyjose View Post
    The inside of rubber cap is broken...so its loose....running fine for now.
    Also now only getting approx 31 kmpl only...no idea whats wrong......
    air filter-clean..plug-clean,tire pressure-correct,chain and sprocket-new and lubed,clutch-fine.
    What was the condition/colour of the spark plug..?? Has the carb. been cleaned??
    A few RTR ians have faced this low fuel efficiency problem..How many km has your bike run??

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    • #14282
      Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

      Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post
      A showroom guy..?? No offence.. But they are paid to repeat whatever the company tells them to...
      The heating issue was the most important for TVS's R&D division Hosur.. Actually TVS have set Honda as a bench mark for heat issue & the team have tried to reduce the heating but have'nt succeed.. That 10 degree stuff is given by TVS's marketing... P.S, this was from my friend who works in the R&D dept. of TVS.. Its upto you to decide what you want to believe..
      What grade is Motul 7100T..?? 10W40 or 20W50..?? Is it a F.S oil..??
      Actually i just shared the information what he said. I am happy that my bike is healthy and i can enjoy my riding with my RTR.
      By the way 7100T is 10w40, and its a FS oil, a good alternate for MOTUL 300V.

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      • #14283
        Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

        Originally posted by hemnath View Post
        Actually i just shared the information what he said. I am happy that my bike is healthy and i can enjoy my riding with my RTR.
        By the way 7100T is 10w40, and its a FS oil, a good alternate for MOTUL 300V.
        F.S oil makes the engine run hotter... Just go through the "Engine Oil" thread...

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        • #14284
          Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

          Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post
          What was the condition/colour of the spark plug..?? Has the carb. been cleaned??
          A few RTR ians have faced this low fuel efficiency problem..How many km has your bike run??
          Last time I checked plug showed perfect combustion..carb not fully disassembled but cleaned.26k approx.
          I am going to recheck all pointers one by one and try to find 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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          • #14285
            Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

            Originally posted by albyjose View Post
            Last time I checked plug showed perfect combustion..carb not fully disassembled but cleaned.26k approx.
            I am going to recheck all pointers one by one and try to find the culprit!
            I've noticed that RTR s in the range of 24-28k km have a tendency of giving low fuel efficiency.. Not sure if it is a trait of the RTR or just some thing is being overlooked during service... Many guys have this problem & the bike's air filter, spark plug, carb.,TPS are fine but no improvement in FE & suddenly after another service the bike gives a normal FE..
            Have you tried de-greasing the engine..?? Tappet/ valve clearance adjustment..??

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            • #14286
              Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

              Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post
              I gave a complaint to TVS & they have asked me to bring the bike for inspection & repair.. Once the oil leak is fixed (fingers crossed ), I plan on changing the brake oil to DOT 4. That might improve the braking..
              The chain was completely loose & it was touching the swing arm, it had uneven tightness & slag.. Now it has perfect tightness...
              Mine has started making even more noise. I think I'll change it for the peace of mind.

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              • #14287
                Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post
                I've noticed that RTR s in the range of 24-28k km have a tendency of giving low fuel efficiency.. Not sure if it is a trait of the RTR or just some thing is being overlooked during service... Many guys have this problem & the bike's air filter, spark plug, carb.,TPS are fine but no improvement in FE & suddenly after another service the bike gives a normal FE..
                Have you tried de-greasing the engine..?? Tappet/ valve clearance adjustment..??
                No...I am pretty sure it is not a trait..By the way the rear disc was kind of holding the wheel,rear wheel was not rotating freely.Adjusted that..will update after checking FE.
                Also a car mechanic rode my bike and commented that tappet is loose.He also told that its not my head which is leaking..the valve cover packing has gone.Will make that right too.
                "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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                • #14288
                  Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                  Originally posted by pcgamer View Post
                  Mine has started making even more noise. I think I'll change it for the peace of mind.
                  Ya bro, get it changed,then no worries..

                  Originally posted by albyjose View Post
                  No...I am pretty sure it is not a trait..By the way the rear disc was kind of holding the wheel,rear wheel was not rotating freely.Adjusted that..will update after checking FE.
                  Also a car mechanic rode my bike and commented that tappet is loose.He also told that its not my head which is leaking..the valve cover packing has gone.Will make that right too.
                  Well it is not a trait for sure, but few guys have brought up this issue that to at the certain km readings.. It cannot be the rear disc, I recently changed my front brake pads & the wheel is not moving freely but still I'm getting the same F.E..
                  The decrease in FE is due to the tappets & oil leak.. When getting the packing changed use the "Anabond 666T" it is good compared to TVS's sealant, if need be..

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                  • #14289
                    Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                    My bike has done just 1650km I am having issues in gear transmission,I am facing wrong gears and some times false neutral..! Help me,, should I need to check clutch plate or need to spend more time to get the engine set..!

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                    • #14290
                      Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                      In apache 180's website, it is mentioned that maximun payload is 130kg. What does it mean?


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                      • #14291
                        Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                        Originally posted by Venkata Varadhan View Post
                        My bike has done just 1650km I am having issues in gear transmission,I am facing wrong gears and some times false neutral..! Help me,, should I need to check clutch plate or need to spend more time to get the engine set..!

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                        It is normal.. Run the bike,slowly the gear shifts will smooth en out.. It might be that your bike is new & you are not "clicking" the gear into position..While shifting give enough force, so you will get a click sound..

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                        • #14292
                          Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                          Originally posted by athavan View Post
                          In apache 180's website, it is mentioned that maximun payload is 130kg. What does it mean?


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                          I guess it means 130 kg is the threshold for (rider + pillion or saddle)'s weight for optimum performance. Post 130 kg, performance would take a hit.
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                          • #14293
                            Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                            Originally posted by Divya Sharan View Post
                            I guess it means 130 kg is the threshold for (rider + pillion or saddle)'s weight for optimum performance. Post 130 kg, performance would take a hit.
                            Omg! Do They think that all riders are exactly 65kg? What would be the effects in performance?

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                            • #14294
                              Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                              Originally posted by athavan View Post
                              Omg! Do They think that all riders are exactly 65kg? What would be the effects in performance?

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                              Performance here would refer to loss in pull, acceleration, comfort zone, low mileage, over heating issues and basically it is possible that the bike will struggle.. its not only in rtr.. it applies for every bike.. maybe the threshold might be a little high for other bikes with higher cc..

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                              • #14295
                                Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

                                Originally posted by athavan View Post
                                Omg! Do They think that all riders are exactly 65kg? What would be the effects in performance?

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                                I know that it sounds impractical on TVS's side to assume 65 kg rider/pillion. But, the target audience are youth aged 18-30 (mostly). The average height of an Indian is 5' 7" and 65 kg for a fit 5' 7" rider is the ideal weight. Hence, the threshold.
                                Regarding performance loss, [MENTION=27501]rreneav1987[/MENTION] has put down exact pointers.
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