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Re: TVS Apache RTR 180
Well as I said, even I was surprised the bike gave me 40 plus on insane riding. I believe the funda is to keep the bike breathing properly. What I do is, I keep the bike at a constant rpm and close the throttle just a little bit and open it again to gain that extra bump in power. This lets the bike breathe a little more air and thus enabling better compression. I do not redline the bike. Max to max the gear changes are at 9000 rpm and let the engine get to its own sweet spot and stick at that speed constantly for some time. My Rtr felt its sweet spot at 95kph and I would suggest the same for highway riding. Also certain habits do help in good health of the bike like maintain correct tire pressure always, get the engine serviced at every 2000 kms( oil change and oil filter change mandatory), fill up fuel from the same petrol bunk which you feel is good, look out for wear and tear and change items immediately and do not wait till that part perishes, always warm up the bike at the start of the day and whenever not used for long hours, do occasional gear to gear shifts like in drag race but do not cross the redline at any time and when on first gear, do not ride the bike on higher gears on lower speeds ( I don't ride the bike below 4000 rpm on any gear except first and second and in slow moving traffic), gear shifts anywhere between 5000-7000 rpm etc etc..... These are some of the things I do. The bike can give more than 50 kmpl if ridden sanely but as per my belief Rtr is a rev happy bike and you need a little insanity to ride one. My suggestion do not worry about mileage but rather focus on maintaining the bike in good condition. The machine itself will give back the best in return in terms of performance, mileage and satisfaction.
Go for it buddy. You won't regret it. Good handling - Yes. This is a monster when it comes to handling. You can throw the bike around and not be scared a bit. Just change the tires to a more grippy one.
Comfort - Not so much as it is sporty in nature. But with solo won't be a trouble much. I never found it uncomfortable except in bumper to bumper traffic as I use the front brakes a lot. For seating comfort you have a lot of options in the market.
Adrenaline Rush - it will fulfill all your needs. Better enjoyed while cutting traffic and zipping past others. Good top speed and awesome power.
Sustainability - it will see you through your college years provided you maintain the bike and service it regularly. Do not modify or tink around with the engine. Folks here will help you with the best choices for any problems. Keep it stock.
Originally posted by Mr_Many_Places
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Originally posted by Naveen Saha
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Comfort - Not so much as it is sporty in nature. But with solo won't be a trouble much. I never found it uncomfortable except in bumper to bumper traffic as I use the front brakes a lot. For seating comfort you have a lot of options in the market.
Adrenaline Rush - it will fulfill all your needs. Better enjoyed while cutting traffic and zipping past others. Good top speed and awesome power.
Sustainability - it will see you through your college years provided you maintain the bike and service it regularly. Do not modify or tink around with the engine. Folks here will help you with the best choices for any problems. Keep it stock.
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