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**apacherider** · 06-12-2018, 04:12 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

If masseter is not available go for revz. Its also good. Many people suggested the same front size to me. But couldn't find tyre 90/80-17.. so went with 90/90-17.. 90/80-17 will fit perfectly..

Regarding the bite.. i think you are right.. it worn off completely..

**pranav_salieri** · 06-15-2018, 11:30 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by suj View Post

Use anabond or loctite gasket maker.....

Thanks!

can i apply the paste myself or should i get it done somewhere. also while applying the paste is there a requirement to remove the tank to apply this?

**suj** · 06-16-2018, 11:36 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by pranav_salieri View Post

Thanks!

can i apply the paste myself or should i get it done somewhere. also while applying the paste is there a requirement to remove the tank to apply this?

Find a good mechanical to get it done.....you gotta remove tank for easy accessibility...

**Siddhartha.S** · 06-17-2018, 12:35 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Hello guys, have anyone thought about swaping the engine head with the new 4valve engine head from the apache 1604v or 2004v? Is it possible to do that? Like it's pretty much the same engine. I'm guessing it is possible to swap it with 1604v's head. Maybe it'll increase the performance and mileage too. The 1604v seems to be returning a very good mileage of 56kmpl on highways according to zigwheels test.

**Zapps** · 06-17-2018, 06:00 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Guys, I am going to buy a bike soon, was thinking of RTR 180 ABS- everything seems positive but reviews say that at higher speeds, cornering is affected due to soft rear suspension, is it so & is it is, have you been able to correct it by setting rear suspension to stiffer settings?

**msuthar25** · 06-20-2018, 05:06 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Zapps View Post

Guys, I am going to buy a bike soon, was thinking of RTR 180 ABS- everything seems positive but reviews say that at higher speeds, cornering is affected due to soft rear suspension, is it so & is it is, have you been able to correct it by setting rear suspension to stiffer settings?

Unless you plan to ride on track everyday, the factory suspension setup is totally fine. I find front too soft and it dives under normal braking. This isnt which bothers me for commuting or touring.

Checkout new RTR 200 Race Verison too.

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Originally posted by apacherider View Post

If masseter is not available go for revz. Its also good. Many people suggested the same front size to me. But couldn't find tyre 90/80-17.. so went with 90/90-17.. 90/80-17 will fit perfectly..

Upgraded to masseters, 120/80 Rear & 100/80 Front. Lets see how they work out.

How about puncture resistance of masseter's? and also if possible how long did they last for you?

**apacherider** · 06-28-2018, 10:45 AM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by msuthar25 View Post

Unless you plan to ride on track everyday, the factory suspension setup is totally fine. I find front too soft and it dives under normal braking. This isnt which bothers me for commuting or touring.

Checkout new RTR 200 Race Verison too.

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Upgraded to masseters, 120/80 Rear & 100/80 Front. Lets see how they work out.

How about puncture resistance of masseter's? and also if possible how long did they last for you?

Oh man.. i ask for so many tyre people that 100 will fit on the front. They all disappointed me.. If i knew that earlier i would have tried it.[emoji17] .. Hows 100 on the front??

I changed rear tyres at 22k kms as i had a 1400 kms ride on coming days.. it should have lasts for 23k kms easily.. got 3 times punctured.. all punctures are due to nails and hard stuffs like that.

**apacherider** · 07-05-2018, 10:42 PM

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Bad luck can sometimes happen in the form of chase bend... I met with an accident around 9 months back.. Since then noticed something wrong with the handle.. But couldn't identify it.. Last week the swing arm bush has been broken.. i handover the bike to my friend who is an awesome mechanic for sevice and replacement of swing arm bush.. He noticed some alignment difference and he was right the chase is a little bend.[emoji17].. So have to remove the entire things and the bike looks like this now..

Hope to get the bike by next week..

**apacherider** · 07-17-2018, 10:10 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Got the bike last Friday.. handling is exceptional and sharp.. costs me 6k including replacement of swing arm bush, rear disc plate and front corn set.. Braking has improved a lot..

So happy with everything except the digital meter. Have to replace it[emoji52]

**apacherider** · 08-02-2018, 01:17 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Hi guys. Need some clarification on the engine braking..

Riding under extreme rain become a nightmare. Emergency braking, poth holes etc. make it more complex. I couldn't depend only on the brakes as they were not reacting as they meant to be. So i started depending on the engine braking as well. Usually i apply the brakes first and downshift the gears when am ready to accelerate again. Is it bad for the engine to downshift at high speeds? Please advice.

**Siddhartha.S** · 08-03-2018, 09:58 AM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by apacherider View Post

Hi guys. Need some clarification on the engine braking..

Riding under extreme rain become a nightmare. Emergency braking, poth holes etc. make it more complex. I couldn't depend only on the brakes as they were not reacting as they meant to be. So i started depending on the engine braking as well. Usually i apply the brakes first and downshift the gears when am ready to accelerate again. Is it bad for the engine to downshift at high speeds? Please advice.

Basically engine braking works when the engine rpm is high and speed is low. And yes, it is harmful for the engine, when you downshift at high speeds. So always start braking, in the same gear (don't hold the clutch lever),and when the rpm reaches around 4k-4.5k, rev match and downshift. It is very important to rev match, because the rear wheel may lock up if the speed is too low, and engine rpm is high in the said gear.

**apacherider** · 08-03-2018, 04:04 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by Siddhartha.S View Post

Basically engine braking works when the engine rpm is high and speed is low. And yes, it is harmful for the engine, when you downshift at high speeds. So always start braking, in the same gear (don't hold the clutch lever),and when the rpm reaches around 4k-4.5k, rev match and downshift. It is very important to rev match, because the rear wheel may lock up if the speed is too low, and engine rpm is high in the said gear.

Thanks bro.. [emoji4]

**suvoysarkar** · 08-13-2018, 06:15 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Need some help here!
My Apache rtr 180's rear brake is not giving much feedback at speeds.
I tried to put the bike on main stand and rotate the rear wheel, it is not free and is stopping rotation at almost similar spots.
The break oil is also upto level.
The local mechanic says the MC kit has to be changed.
Please tell me what to do, and if the MC kit has to be replaced then how much will it cost?
thanks in advance

**Siddhartha.S** · 08-17-2018, 10:18 AM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by suvoysarkar View Post

Need some help here!
My Apache rtr 180's rear brake is not giving much feedback at speeds.
I tried to put the bike on main stand and rotate the rear wheel, it is not free and is stopping rotation at almost similar spots.
The break oil is also upto level.
The local mechanic says the MC kit has to be changed.
Please tell me what to do, and if the MC kit has to be replaced then how much will it cost?
thanks in advance

Did you get the brake calipers and pads cleaned recently? If not get it cleaned, and then try. Because now as it's rainy season, water and dirt might get stuck in the calipers and hinder the movement of the pads. If you got it cleaned, slightly bleed the brakes there might be air in the system and makes your brake spongy (this would also be the right time to change the brake fluid if it is not changed for a long time). If all this doesn't work, ot might be good to change the MC kit. And also take it to a different mechanic if you can.

**ashwinprakas** · 08-17-2018, 06:33 PM

Re: TVS Apache RTR 180

Originally posted by apacherider View Post

Hi guys. Need some clarification on the engine braking..

Riding under extreme rain become a nightmare. Emergency braking, poth holes etc. make it more complex. I couldn't depend only on the brakes as they were not reacting as they meant to be. So i started depending on the engine braking as well. Usually i apply the brakes first and downshift the gears when am ready to accelerate again. Is it bad for the engine to downshift at high speeds? Please advice.

The unspoken 'Thumb Rule' of safe motorcycling is that you should never be coasting, which itself translates to engine braking being a normal part of motorcycling.

Ideally, you should first be dropping a gear or two or at least load the rear brake before going ballistic on the front, because without any sort of braking force from the rear, aggressive use of the front brake can cause the front to slip.

Personally, I drop the gears harder than our people drop jackfruits and I do experience rear slip/hoping at times but that is not much of a concern as the rear wheel only slips/hops momentarily and would regain composure even before you know it. The slipping and hopping would be troublesome when it comes to entering a corner hard so in such scenarios blip the throttle or modulate clutch to avoid the same.

Cheers,
A.P.

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