TVS has finally launched its much anticipated Apache RTR 200 4V at a launch event held in Chennai. The new Apache RTR was launched simultaneously in India and Indonesia. The launch of the Apache RTR 200 4V took place earlier than expected because the company reportedly wants to pay full attention to the launch of BMW G 310 R jointly developed by TVS and BMW, which is rumored to be launched at the 2016 Auto Expo in February. Hence, the early launch of Apache RTR 200 4V is expected to give TVS the much-needed break to focus on its joint venture project. The new Apache RTR aims to rival other bikes like Bajaj's Pulsar 200NS and KTM's 200 Duke in the 200cc category. So, let's have a quick specs review of these three street racers!
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| TVS Apache RTR 200 4V |
Launched today (20th January 2016), the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is based on the same design platform as TVS's Draken Concept bike as a result of which, the bike features a razor sharp design with chiseled edges and with a price tag of INR 88,990, this new Apache RTR will surely appeal to the young riders. The power for the Apache RTR 200 4V comes from an air-oil cooled, single cylinder carburetted/fuel injected 197.7cc engine with a 5-speed gearbox that puts out 20.5PS/21PS at 8,500rpm and 18.1Nm at 7,000rpm.
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| Bajaj Pulsar 200NS |
The Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS has always been the favorite street racer bike for quite a lot of people, all because of its aggressive looks and a powerful motor which provide the thrills young generation want. Powering the Pulsar 200 NS is a triple spark, liquid cooled 200cc engine which produces 23.52PS at 9,500rpm and 18.30Nm at 8,000rpm.
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| KTM 200 Duke |
The KTM 200 Duke, which revolutionized affordable performance biking in India has gained a huge fan following because of its good looks, short gearing, and super revvy liquid-cooled 200cc motor which puts out 25.20PS/19.02Nm.
Spec Comparison: TVS Apache RTR 200 4V vs Pulsar 200 NS vs KTM 200 Duke
Specifications
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TVS Apache RTR 200
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Bajaj Pulsar 200NS
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KTM 200 Duke
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Price
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INR 88990 (Delhi)
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INR 91553 (Delhi)
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INR 136147 (Delhi)
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Displacement(cc)
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197.75
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199.5
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199.5
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Max power
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20.5PS/21PS@8,500rpm
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23.52PS@9,500rpm
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25PS@10,000rpm
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Max torque
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18.1Nm@7,000rpm
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18.3Nm@8,000rpm
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19.2Nm@8,000rpm
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Fuel delivery
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Carburettor/
Fuel injection
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Carburettor
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Fuel injection
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Wheelbase(mm)
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1353
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1363
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1361
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Ground clearance(mm)
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180
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169
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165
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Seat height (mm)
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NA
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810
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810
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Suspension (F)
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Telescopic
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Telescopic
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WP upside down forks
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Suspension (R )
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Monoshock
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Monoshock
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Monoshock
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Kerb weight (kg)
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148/148.5
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145
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125
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Fuel tank (litres)
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12
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12l
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11l
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Brakes (F)
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270mm disc
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280mm disc
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280mm disc
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Brakes (R)
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240mm disc
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230mm disc
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230mm disc
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Tyre (F)
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90/90-17
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100/80-17
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110/70 R17
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Tyre (R)
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130/70-17
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130/70-17
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150/60 R17
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0-100kmph
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12.1s
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11.67s
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9.86s
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Top speed
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127kmph
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135kmph
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135kmph
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ABS
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No
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No
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No
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