TVS Apache RTR 310 India Launch Highlights: Price, Features, Specifications, Images

TVS will take the covers off of its latest motorcycle in the Apache series, the new RTR 310, today. The brand will also be announcing prices for the Indian market.

The RTR 310 is expected to share much of its cycle parts with the Apache RR 310 such as the rear mono-shock, USD front fork, disc brakes at both ends and the 312 cc engine.

The teasers reveal that the RTR 310 gets a sculpted fuel tank, an angular headlight console reminiscent of the Ducati Streetfighter range of motorcycles, and sharp-edged belly pans. Other details seen are a sizeable end-can, split seat, and gold-coloured upside-down fork at the front.

The new RTR 310 will use the same 312 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine as the RR 310 with power output expected to be unchanged. The unit develops 33 bhp at 9,700 rpm and 27.3 Nm at 7,700 rpm.

We expect TVS to price the new Apache RTR 310 in the region of Rs 2.50 lakh (ex-showroom). It will go up against bikes like the KTM 390 Duke and the BMW G 310 R.

Sudarshan Venu, MD, TVS Motor Company, commences proceedings with the opening address. The motorcycle will be called the Apache RTR 310.

Vimal Sumbly, Senior VP, TVS Motor Company, takes the stage. Talks about TVS' history in India and with racing. The company is the first Indian 2W brand to participate in the Dakar Rally in 2015 and has a factory woman racing team.

The Apache brand philosophy started on the race track and was adapted for the road.

The timeline of the Apache brand in India. The first Apache was launched back in 2005.

The Apache brand is sold in over 50 markets around the world and has sold over 5 million units.

TVS says that the 241-450 cc segment has become one of the fastest-growing segments in the industry. Here is a look at how the segment has spread across the globe.

The Apache RTR 310 will get features like cruise control, 5 ride modes, twin-LED headlamp, 5.0-inch TFT instrument cluster that supports Bluetooth connectivity and can even be paired with GoPros, climatronic seats and dynamic stability control.

The RTR 310 also gets a bi-directional quick shifter, stability control and tyre pressure monitoring.

As with the Apache RR 310, the RTR 310 will also be available via TVS Built To Order with two packages - Dynamic and Dynamic Pro.

The RTR 310 features dynamic lighting that increases in intensity as speeds climb. The unit also meets Twin Class D regulations and feature LED DRL at the base of the unit.

The RTR 310 will get cornering ABS and traction control as part of the dynamic stability control program. It will also get wheelie and stoppie control.

The Apache RTR 310 also gets a new aluminium sub-frame.

Here is a look at the engine specifications of the new Apache RTR 310. It can sprint from 0 to 60 kmph in a claimed 2.81 seconds.

THe 5.0-inch TFT instrument screen will come with 5 unique display themes including for day and night.

Climatronic seats will offer heating and cooling functions with TVS claiming it can reduce or increase temperatures by 15 degrees in 3 minutes.

The RTR 310 will also get adjustable suspension with a KYB front fork and rear mono shock.

Here it is! The new TVS Apache RTR 310.

The prices are out! The RTR 310 is priced from Rs 2.43 lakh (ex-showroom). Here are full pricing details.