TVS Apache RTX adventure tourer launched in India at ₹1.99 lakh. Check details

The TVS Motor Company has launched the all-new Apache RTX in India at an introductory ex-showroom price of ₹1.99 lakh. The TVS Apache RTX is the first adventure tourer from the Hosur-based manufacturer, and it joins the highly competitive segment, rivalling the likes of the KTM 250 Adventure and the Suzuki V-Strom SX. First showcased as a concept motorcycle at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, it has finally arrived with a new single-cylinder engine and a sporty design.

RTX stands for Rally Tourer Extreme, the characteristics of which are reflected in the Apache RTX’s forward-leaning mono-volume design language with rally-derived style cues. To this effect, the Apache RTX gets a tall touring windscreen that sits above the dual LED headlamps and the sharp, but compact front beak. The bike’s headlamp and muscular fuel tank fit neatly together and lead to a split-seat setup that sits on a tail-section with space for a luggage rack and saddle bags.

TVS Apache RTX: New RT-XD4 engine

The Apache RTX derives its power from the new RT-XD4 engine that was unveiled at the MotoSoul 2024 event. This is a 299 cc, water/oil-cooled single-cylinder that makes 35 bhp at 9,000 rpm and a peak torque of 28.5 Nm at 7,000 rpm. The motor is paired with a six-speed gearbox complemented by a bi-directional quickshifter. The transmission setup benefits from a wet, multi-plate lean segment assist-and-slipper clutch for precise off-road engagement. TVS claims the new motor offers linear power delivery across varied terrain with its four riding modes: Tour, Rally, Urban, and Rain.

TVS says the RT-XD4 motor is built for high efficiency, reliability and reduced emissions while supporting ethanol-blended fuels. It features a dual overhead camshaft for a high-revving nature, a dual oil pump with a split chamber crankcase, and a dual breather system for optimal oil consumption and long-distance performance.

TVS Apache RTX: Specifications

Category	Details
Price (ex-showroom)	₹1.99 lakh – ₹2.19 lakh
Engine	299 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Power / Torque	35 bhp @ 9,000 rpm / 28.5 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Gearbox	6-speed with bi-directional quickshifter, assist & slipper clutch
Riding Modes	Tour, Rally, Urban, Rain
Frame / Swingarm	Steel trellis frame / Aluminium die-cast
Suspension (F/R)	41 mm USD forks / Monotube shock with floating piston
Brakes (F/R)	320 mm disc / 240 mm disc with dual-channel ABS
Tyres (F/R)	110/80 R19 / 150/70 R17 (alloys)
Ground Clearance / Seat Height	200 mm / 835 mm
Kerb Weight	180 kg
Electronics	Ride-by-wire, cruise & traction control, wheelie mitigation
Display	5-inch TFT with Bluetooth, nav & media controls
Features	Dual LED lights, terrain-adaptive ABS, USB-C charging
Colours	Pearl White, Viper Green, Lightning Black, Metallic Blue, Tarn Bronze
Variants	Standard, Top, BTO
Rivals	KTM 250 Adventure, BMW G 310 GS, Suzuki V-Strom SX

TVS Apache RTX: Chassis and hardware

The Apache RTX is built around a steel trellis frame with a die-cast aluminium swingarm at the rear

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The Apache RTX is built around a steel trellis frame with a die-cast aluminium swingarm at the rear

The new power unit is encased within a purpose-built steel trellis frame with a die-cast aluminium swingarm at the rear. The frame enables an 835 mm seat height with rally-derived ergonomics for both road and trail-worthy riding dynamics. The Apache RTX is suspended by 41 mm long-travel WP inverted cartridge forks at the front and a mono-tube rear shock absorber with a floating piston for stable damping and lower temperatures.

Suspension travel is 180 mm all around, complemented by a 200 mm ground clearance and kerb weight of 180 kg. The RTX rides on 19-17-inch alloys wrapped in a 110/80-section front and 150/70-section rear tyre. These are fitted with a 320 mm front disc with a fixed caliper and a 240 mm rear disc with a floating caliper.

TVS Apache RTX: Feature suite

Through its ride-by-wire throttle system, the Apache RTX enables four riding modes as well as cruise control and traction control. These functions can be accessed through the Bluetooth-enabled 5-inch TFT display with media controls and map-mirroring for the turn-by-turn navigation. It further features terrain-adaptive switchable dual-channel ABS alongside wheelie mitigation for added safety.

TVS Apache RTX: Pricing, options, and rivals

While the base variant will retail from ₹1.99 lakh, the top-spec model comes at ₹2.14 lakh. TVS will further allow buyers to choose a custom BTO (Built-To-Order) variant for ₹2.19 lakh. All aforementioned prices are the introductory ex-showroom rates.

The Apache RTX can be had in five colour options including: Pearl White, Viper Green, Lightning Black, Metallic, Blue, and Tarn Bronze. Complementing its tourer status, TVS is offering a range of optional accessories, such as GIVI top box and side panniers with Monolock and quick-release systems for ease of access.

With the launch of the RTX, TVS marks its entry into the adventure touring segment. While the motorcycle directly rivals the likes of the 250 Adventure, Yezdi Adventure, and the V-Strom SX, it does end up undercutting these models in terms of the on-road price with its aggressive introductory offer. It remains to be seen where the price jumps to after the offer period ends, but as of now, the only ADVs it fails to undercut are Hero’s Xpulse twins.

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