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Fuse 

:  12V, 15A x 2,  12V, 10A x 1

Turn signal lamp 

:  12V,10W x 4

Engine cum transmission :    TVS TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil 

Instrument panel 

:  LCD / LED indicators

Horn 

:  12V, DC x 2

Fuel tank capacity 

:  12 litres (including reserve)**

Reserve 

:  2.5 litres

Number plate lamp 

:  12V, 5W x 1

Brake fluid 

:  TVS Griling DOT 3 / DOT 4

Engine cum transmission :  1200 ml 

(after draining)

Tail / brake lamp 

L E D   i n d i c a t o r s   ( 1 W   m a x .   /        

2.5W max.)

CAPACITIES

Front fork oil capacity 

:  242 ± 2.5 cc

Front fork oil grade 

:  TRU FORK oil

Fuel 

BS IV / Unleaded Petrol

oil and capacity 

  1400ml 

(after disassembly)

oil grade 

 

(SAE 10W30 API-SL, JASO MA2)

ELECTRICAL

**  The  fuel  tank  is  not  a  measuring  instrument  and  the 

capacity of fuel tank may slightly vary from the indicated 
capacity.

Using  the  bulb  other  than  the  specified  rating  can 
result  in  overloading  of  the  electrical  system  or 
premature failure of the bulb.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Caution

Note

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

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Summary of Contents for Apache RTR 160 4V

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Page 2: ...160 4V you are now part of the 3 5 million strong TVS Racing families This manual explains the features and operations of your TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Please read it carefully and follow the instruction...

Page 3: ...manual contains a host of useful information Please take the time to read this manual before you ride your new TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Get familiarised with the operation of your motorcycle for maximum...

Page 4: ...is an important responsibility of the rider To help you make decisions on safety we have provided necessary operating procedure and other information in this manual This information alerts you on pot...

Page 5: ...Know your TVS Apache RTR 200 4V 10 Technical specifications 87 Running in information 01 Antilock braking system 02 Safe riding tips 06 Riding your TVS Apache RTR 200 4V 55 Maintenance 61 Service reco...

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Page 7: ...from the engine The reliability and performance of your motorcycle depends on the special care and restrain exercised during the running in period It is especially important that you avoid operating...

Page 8: ...to a normal brake but functions only when the wheel tends to lock up The speed sensors fitted on front wheel measures the rotational speed of the wheel when the wheel speed reduces rapidly i e wheel...

Page 9: ...system reacts instantly and adjusts braking force accordingly to achieve optimum braking Vehicles fitted with ABS uses the conventional brake system during normal operation But during hard stop the b...

Page 10: ...ache 6 km h s speed and above and ABS warning lamp will blink whenever vehicle speed is less than 6 km h indicating that the ABS is working fine If the warning lamp is continuously ON even after the v...

Page 11: ...ommended make type and size of tyre ABS is tuned with tyre specified by the TVS Motor Company Incase of ABS failure the braking system will work like a non ABS braking system and provides normal stopp...

Page 12: ...safe riding practices We suggest you to practice riding TVS Apache RTR 160 4V in a low traffic condition until you are thoroughly familiar with your vehicle and its controls Remember practice makes y...

Page 13: ...the effects of centrifugal force Avoid abrupt application of brake or sudden steering by all means 4 Keep the knees close to the fuel tank Proper vehicle riding starts with proper posture 1 Keep your...

Page 14: ...irregular roads can cause loss of rider control Using only the front or rear brake is dangerous and can cause skidding and loss of control Apply both the brakes together and with great care on a wet...

Page 15: ...ced by TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributor or Dealer Authorised Service Center so that the emission and fuel consumption levels are maintained as per norms Crankcase emission control system The e...

Page 16: ...ecial information VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Please fill the above boxes now for future reference Frame number Engine number Control key number Frame serial number is engraved on the right side of...

Page 17: ...p 9 Fuel tank cap 3 Master cylinder front 15 Pass by switch 11 Turn signal lamp switch 12 High low beam switch 4 Engine cut off switch 8 Electric starter switch 10 Horn switch 1 Connected instrument c...

Page 18: ...E KNOW YOUR TVS Apache RTR 160 4V 12 1 Wheel hugger rear 3 Rear wheel axle 4 Pillion foot rest L 5 Rider foot rest L 2 Saree guard 7 Centre stand 6 Side stand 8 Gear shift lever 9 Front wheel axle 10...

Page 19: ...n of spark plug 2 Cover toner ring 4 Wheel speed sensor front 11 Pillion foot rest R 12 Muffler assembly 13 Rear wheel axle nut 14 Disc plate rear 15 Caliper assembly rear 16 Cover frame R 17 Location...

Page 20: ...3 4 6 5 2 1 3 4 6 5 1 Turn signal lamp front L REAR 2 Reflex reflector 3 Number plate lamp 2 Head lamp assembly 5 Tail lamp assembly 4 Crash guard 5 Position lamps 6 Turn signal lamp front R FRONT 3...

Page 21: ...ebar to the left or right Press the key IN and rotate it to the LOCK position from OFF position All electrical circuits are deactivated and the steering is locked The key can be removed from the lock...

Page 22: ...he key out when the vehicle is not in use Always lock the steering while parking for safety Never attempt to move the vehicle when the steering is locked you may lose balance 1 Speedometer Indicates t...

Page 23: ...self check This lamp goes OFF once the vehicle reaches the speed 6 km h and above If this lamp glows continuously then have your vehicle checked at TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributor or Dealer A...

Page 24: ...sible and low fuel indication serial no 4 glows continuously All the eight bars will be displayed when the fuel in the tank reaches above 10 5 liters approximately full tank When the fuel reaches half...

Page 25: ...as per the user s preferred setting The digit after the dot mark denotes one tenth of a kilometer or mile Set the meter in ODO mode to know the odometer reading 11a Odometer 19 11f 11a 11b 11c 11d 11e...

Page 26: ...the current lap timer and to start a new lap Existing lap timings will be displayed as shown below and continue to get updated whenever a new lap is started and stopped Long press the Info switch for...

Page 27: ...wn 11f Shortest time indicator Whenever the vehicle speed crosses the previous achieved high speed a message ACHIEVED HIGH SPEED will be popped up and a trophy symbol will be ashed to cheer your achie...

Page 28: ...or 22 These pop ups can be cancelled by pressing the Info switch on the handle bar else it will disappear automatically Once the speed reached 60 km h or 40 mph then the time will stop at the exact po...

Page 29: ...he mobile device when it is connected to the instrument cluster and lean angle mode is set The accuracy of the lean angle information depend on the mobile device used orientation and placement of the...

Page 30: ...level remains in minimum safe level the reading is saved even after the ignition key is turned OFF The count stops and clears automatically after a certain distance covered when the fuel level rises...

Page 31: ...y charge is too low Get the battery checked at TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributor or Dealer Authorised Service Center Service remainder and battery low pop up can be cancelled by pressing the In...

Page 32: ...High Speed indicator 2 Trip 1 Above mode changes are possible only when the vehicle is in static condition for safety Note P r e s s M O D E B u t t o n P r e s s M O D E B u t t o n P r e s s M O D...

Page 33: ...old the Set button for a few seconds l To reset any of the trip meter while ensuring the display is in TRIP 1 or TRIP 2 press and hold the set button for a few seconds 3 In TRIP 2 meter mode press the...

Page 34: ...ever the ignition is turned OFF and ON Note 4 On pressing the Set button if the clock is in 12 hours format the hour format AM or PM blinks Else the clock will be ready for 24 hours format selection 5...

Page 35: ...tton exits the setting Once the shift RPM is set the LED again glows till this mode is exit TVS CONNECT Using the Bluetooth pairing mode the connected instrument cluster of TVS Apache RTR 2004V can be...

Page 36: ...t cluster at a time If the user need to connect multiple iPhones with the single instrument cluster the previous connected iPhone has to be forgotten by clicking ForgetThis Device from Bluetooth setti...

Page 37: ...the Mode button for few seconds till the display enters SET mph MODE or SET kmph MODE based on preferred setting 5 On pressing the Set button the connected instrument cluster checks for the near by av...

Page 38: ...rrence of error the connected instrument cluster should be turned OFF and ON and the application also need to be restarted For the rst time pairing the connected instrument cluster should be in BLUETO...

Page 39: ...if the app is already paired with the cluster the app opens automatically and connects with the cluster once the user takes his phone to near by the vehicle and turns ON the ignition if the auto laun...

Page 40: ...smart phone by default SIM 1 s network provider s signal strength is shown in the display of connected instrument cluster Signal strength displayed in connected instrument cluster might vary from the...

Page 41: ...lerts can be cancelled by pressing the Info switch on the handle bar in IOS pressing the switch only clears the noti cation but the call will not be cancelled in the phone Please remember that the Nav...

Page 42: ...fuel assist message to the instrument cluster You can either accept or reject the assist request Nearest location alert The customer also can chose to reject the request by pressing the Info switch on...

Page 43: ...ts the phone to a rigid part of the bike The G force is measured based on the vehicle speed andnot with an on board measurement unit So there might be a variation between the actual and the measured v...

Page 44: ...e in connected instrument cluster 7 To send navigational assist instructions inputs to the connected instrument cluster from your smart phone 8 To save the last traveled route 11 To generate and store...

Page 45: ...up as shown Using your social media logins you can create new login else press the CREATE AN ACCOUNT tab If you are a new user then press the sign up tab where you will find various options for regist...

Page 46: ...word OTP entry Enter the OTP which is received from TVS Motor Company Limited sent to the registered email id and submit After successful verification the Home screen of the app opens Please remember...

Page 47: ...Apache RTR 160 4V is designed with an external oil cooler with stone guard arrangement for optimal engine cooling COOLING SYSTEM The oil cooler is mounted in front of the engine which improves the en...

Page 48: ...intains its temperature in optimum level Which in turn results in better heat management without any compromise on the engine performance and improves the engine s durability RAM AIR DUCT TVS Apache R...

Page 49: ...head lamp High beam also glows along with the Low beam HANDLE BAR LEFT SIDE 1 Info switch Press the switch to blow horn It is used to attract the attention of other road users in case of danger Info s...

Page 50: ...gh beam and bottom end for Low beam Note Note Release the electric starter switch immediately after pressing Ensure to turn ON the engine cut off switch before starting the vehicle Once the engine is...

Page 51: ...uit is disabled preventing the engine from being restarted To restart the engine return the switch to the position Flush type fuel tank cap 1 is provided in TVS Apache RTR 160 4V To open the fuel tank...

Page 52: ...Do not use cell phones while refueling Avoid spilling of fuel on the hot engine Refill petrol in well ventilated area Switch off the engine while refueling as petrol is highly inflammable After refil...

Page 53: ...tor OFF When the fuel cock is in OFF position fuel does not flow from fuel tank to carburettor Before riding the bike it is necessary to understand how to operate fuel cock to avoid sudden stoppage of...

Page 54: ...table CHOKE LEVER During cold start apply the choke and start the vehicle without opening with less opening of throttle Always use choke for starting the cold engine Never open the throttle fully when...

Page 55: ...ing the lever up repeatedly engages all the gears in succession up to the fifth gear KICK STARTER LEVER The kick starter lever is located on the right side of the vehicle To start the vehicle keep the...

Page 56: ...will lead to rough shift or jerk while shifting the gears Remember to return to neutral position before restarting the engine Caution Gear shift lever position can be set to your convenience Contact...

Page 57: ...ise extreme caution while braking and also at turning Do not accelerate while turning Caution Side stand can be operated by sitting on the vehicle with your left foot by pushing it away from the vehic...

Page 58: ...fore moving the vehicle Warning SEAT ASSEMBLY Make sure that the seat is locked securely in position after reassembly Caution The seat lock 1 is located at the rear end of the vehicle bellow the tail...

Page 59: ...pany Authorised Distributor or Dealer Authorised Service Center Caution TOOL KIT To assist you in performing certain aspects of periodic maintenance and emergency repairs a tool kit is supplied along...

Page 60: ...ll Locate the lugs of the cover frame at the holes provided on the frame while ensuring the availability of cushions and install the mounting screws COVER FRAME R 2 Remove the mounting screws 1 2 3 fr...

Page 61: ...ess Throttle Correct free play of cable Smooth operation Brakes Availability of brake fluid and proper working of brake page no 72 Drive chain Slackness and lubrication of chain page no 77 Check the f...

Page 62: ...l throttle As soon as the engine starts release the start button q Choke knob should be turned back to its original position when the engine is started and running stable when the engine is warm hot d...

Page 63: ...e the clutch lever gently and gradually The vehicle starts moving forward Reduce speed to a safe limit before turning cornering Do not apply brake while turning cornering Do not disengage clutch befor...

Page 64: ...el due to incomplete combustion Inspect and clean the spark plug if necessary Visually inspect the spark plug gap If the gap is found more replace the plug with a new one Caution Caution Note Use BS I...

Page 65: ...Authorised Service Center Air cleaner element However the spark plug need to be replaced every 12000 kms 1 year Always use recommended spark plug only Check and arrest fuel leak if any from tank carbu...

Page 66: ...use tyres which are worn out beyond the permissible limit Check and ensure drive chain slackness Excess slackness leads to higher fuel consumption refer page no 77 Wheels free movement RIDING YOUR TV...

Page 67: ...eful servicing TVS Motor Company Limited strongly recommends that the jobs as per the maintenance schedule be performed by your TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributor or Dealer Authorised Service Ce...

Page 68: ...cleaner element I R Replace every 12000 km SAI hose connections I Carburettor assembly C A C A C A every 12000 km Tappet clearance I A I A I A I A Oil cooler fins I C I C I C I C Oil cooler pipes I I...

Page 69: ...front I I I I I I Fix new clamp if missing All fasteners I TI I TI I TI I TI I TI I TI Tighten if necessary Drive chain C L A C L A C L A C L A C L A C L A Adjust if necessary Brake fluid I T I T I T...

Page 70: ...00 8500 9000 11500 12000 3000 km 6000 km Period from the date of sale 1 month 3 months 6 months 9 months 12 months FWSS cable I I I I I I Replace if damage Bundy tube mounting all joints I TI I TI I T...

Page 71: ...hem Bechem premium grade 3 Front fork oil 242 2 5 CC TRU Fork oil Application Qty Manufacturer Brand Engine cum transmission oil 1200 ml after draining TVS Motor Company TVS TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil C...

Page 72: ...uthorised Distributor or Dealer Authorised Service Center 3 Apply petroleum jelly to the terminals to protect it from corrosion 4 Do not add additional electrical accessories Never check the battery c...

Page 73: ...of electrical wiring and may result in fire Never replace a fuse with a rating other than that prescribed in order to avoid damage to the electrical equipment Follow the procedure given below for ins...

Page 74: ...hand to avoid cross threading Finally tighten using the spanner Do not over tight or cross thread the spark plug Visually inspect the spark plug gap The gap should be 0 8 to 0 9 mm If the gap is found...

Page 75: ...ll cause serious damage to the engine components Excessive oil filling will cause oil leak and other malfunctions Always use TVS TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil only SAE 10W 30 API SL JASO MA2 Make sure that...

Page 76: ...r should be 8 to 15 mm as measured at the clutch lever end at handle bar Clutch lever free play is one of the most important adjustment which you may need to check in between services for better life...

Page 77: ...erent road and load Caution The rear shock absorber contains highly compressed gas Do not try to open or disassemble it in any way Warning During the time of delivery of the motorcycle the rear suspen...

Page 78: ...BS system and another high pressure hose connecting HECU to the caliper assembly 3 If the brake fluid level is below the mark or while applying brake if you feel the brake is more spongy or ineffectiv...

Page 79: ...below the wheel hugger rear a disc 4 to the rear wheel and a high pressure hose 5 connecting the master cylinder and the caliper 3 If the brake fluid level is below minimum or while applying brake if...

Page 80: ...lay of the brake pedal before the engagement of brake should be between 15 20 mm Check the brake pedal play periodically However the brake play needs to be adjusted more frequently depending upon the...

Page 81: ...in anti clockwise direction to increase the free play 3 If the measured free play is more than the limit adjust the nut provided at the rear wheel end to obtain the correct play MAINTENANCE Replace t...

Page 82: ...ENANCE Operating the vehicle with excessively worn tyres will decrease riding stability and can lead to loss of control It is recommended to replace the tyre when the tyre wears off to the tyre wear i...

Page 83: ...chain Poor maintenance of the chain causes premature wear or damage to the drive chain and sprockets The drive chain must be cleaned checked lubricated and adjusted at specified intervals mentioned in...

Page 84: ...more contact TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributor or Dealer Authorised Service Center for adjustment Misalignment of rear wheel or sprockets can cause abnormal wear of chain and sprockets and resu...

Page 85: ...Take out the spacer and pull out the axle fully REAR WHEEL REMOVAL AND REASSEMBLY Disc brake type 1 Remove the wheel hugger rear 3 Take out the caliper assembly by dislocating it from the disc and the...

Page 86: ...pin 2 and the nut 3 from the torque link mounting with the brake panel and disconnect the torque link 4 Remove the axle nut 4 Pull out the axle 5 and take out the spacer bush from the rear wheel asse...

Page 87: ...eriods of over a month and above we recommend to carry out the following steps 1 Clean the vehicle thoroughly Park the vehicle on centre stand 2 Warm up the engine and drain engine cum transmission oi...

Page 88: ...e sure that the storage area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or spark 3 Fill the engine cum transmission oil TVS TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC SAE 10W30 API SL JASO MA2 and check the oil l...

Page 89: ...2 Fitness of tyres tyre pressure tread depth 4 Balancing of wheel 5 Check proper funtioning of ABS through ABS warning lamp 10 Front fork for any abnormality 11 Fuel cock sediment cup filter cleanline...

Page 90: ...r month whichever of the Odometer Job card no Date Servicing Dealer s 1 1st service 2 2nd service two occurs early from the date of purchase reading stamp and sign between a 2500 3000 km or b 3 months...

Page 91: ...between a 23500 24000 km or b 24 months 11 11th service between a 29500 30000 km or b 30 months 12 12th service 10 10th service between a 20500 21000 km or b 21 months 13 13th service Sl No Descripti...

Page 92: ...r b 48months 18 18th service between a 50500 51000 km or b 51 months between a 53500 54000 km or b 54 months 20 20th service between a 56500 57000 km or b 57months 19 19th service 21 21st service betw...

Page 93: ...er filter Stroke 52 9 mm Maximum power in kW 12 14 16 5 PS 8000 rpm Lubrication system Forced wet sump Emission norms BS IV Piston displacement 159 7 cc Maximum speed 113 km h Type 4 stroke Oil cooled...

Page 94: ...DCSSS Rear suspension Gas charged Mono shock absorber 7 step adjustable with rectangular swing arm Rear 110 80 17 Tubeless Drum version Tyre pressure Rear solo 2 00 kg cm 28 PSI TYRE Tyre size Front 9...

Page 95: ...dicators 1W max 2 5W max CAPACITIES Front fork oil capacity 242 2 5 cc Front fork oil grade TRU FORK oil Fuel BS IV Unleaded Petrol oil and capacity 1400ml after disassembly oil grade SAE 10W30 API SL...

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