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Operating this vehicle safely 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 

potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Since it is not possible to warn you about all the hazards associated 

with operating or maintaining the vehicle, you must use your own judgement.
You will find important safety information in following form in this manual. These words carry the following connotations:

Disregarding this message might result in 

injury to the rider or deadly accidents.

Warning

This message indicates special procedures or precautions to be followed to 

avoid damage to the vehicle.

Caution

This message provides further clarification for 

clear understanding of any particular information.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Summary of Contents for Apache RTR 200 4V ABS Race Edition 2.0

Page 1: ...ct Dealer code Name Address Contact person name and mobile no Sales Contact person name and mobile no Service Email id Incase you need any Clarification please contact above Dealer Or TVS Motor Compan...

Page 2: ...O Chennai tvsmotor com KERALA 5 TVS Motor Company Limited Ambady Towers Second Floor Door No 27 631 A6 Edappally Pookkattupady Road Edappally PO Cochin 682 024 Phone 0484 2544578 2556938 Email AO Coch...

Page 3: ...ad Bhopal 462 026 Phone 0755 2499406 2499306 Email AO Bhopal tvsmotor com MADHYA PRADESH 2 14 TVS Motor Company Limited 301 3rd floor Shagun Arcade Vijay Nagar circle A B Road Indore 452 010 Phone 989...

Page 4: ...ad P S Kotwali Patna 800 001 Phone 0612 2200068 2200069 Email AO BNJ tvsmotor com ODISHA JHARKHAND 22 TVS Motor Company Limited 303 3rd floor Creative Plaza Rasulgarh Bhubaneshwar 751 010 Phone 0674 2...

Page 5: ...owner of the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V ABS Race Edition 2 0 you are now part of the two million strong TVS Racing family This manual explains the features and operations of yourTVS Apache RTR 200 4V ABS...

Page 6: ...information illustrations photographs and specifications contained in this owner s manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of this publication TVS Motor Company Limit...

Page 7: ...rds associated with operating or maintaining the vehicle you must use your own judgement You will find important safety information in following form in this manual These words carry the following con...

Page 8: ...king system 02 Safe riding tips 07 Know your TVS Apache RTR 200 ABS Race Edition 2 0 11 Riding your TVS Apache RTR 200 ABS Race Edition 2 0 55 Maintenance 61 Warranty and services 83 Technical specifi...

Page 9: ...arts The first free service at 500 750 km is most important During running in period all the engine components and other parts will have set in All adjustments to be restored all fasteners to be tight...

Page 10: ...keeping the bike balanced is only a result of luck or extreme training as is the case of professional stunt riders who drift Preventing the wheels from slipping due to excessive braking force compens...

Page 11: ...hieve optimum braking Why does brake pedal lever pulsate during brake application Vehicles fitted with ABS uses the conventional brake system during normal operation But during hard stop the brake ped...

Page 12: ...e ABS is working fine If the warning lamp is continuously ON even after the vehicle crossing 10 km h speed then ABS has an error and your bike should be taken to any of our nearest TVS Motor Company A...

Page 13: ...ump the brakes Apply the brakes continuously Do not ignore any warning lamp on speedometer Do not adjust the wheel speed sensor air gap your self Do not run the engine and ride or rotate the rear whee...

Page 14: ...ts cleared automatically and ABS warning lamp goes OFF after riding the vehicle above 10 kph speed If ABS warning lamp is still ON then contact the nearest TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer Aut...

Page 15: ...l Loose fancy clothing can be uncomfortable and unsafe when riding a two wheeler Choose good quality two wheeler riding apparel Know your limits Ride within the boundaries of your own skill at all tim...

Page 16: ...n area to thoroughly familiarise with the operation of the vehicle Warning Cornering When cornering centrifugal force works in a direction perpendicular to the direction in which the vehicle is moving...

Page 17: ...em correctly While selecting the accessories make sure the accessories should not obstruct lighting steering suspension level and ground clearance Please ensure that if the tank cover is used it is no...

Page 18: ...S Race Edition 2 0 is equipped with a closed crankcase system to prevent discharging crankcase emissions into the atmosphere Blow by gas is returned to the combustion chamber through the air cleaner a...

Page 19: ...arts or referring to special information KNOWYOURTVS Apache RTR 200 4V ABS Race Edition 2 0 Frame serial number is engraved on the right side of the steering head tube as shown in the above figure Eng...

Page 20: ...er front 4 Rear view mirror R 5 Engine cut off switch 6 Front brake lever 7 Throttle grip 8 Electric starter switch 9 Fuel tank cap 10 Horn switch 11 Turn signal lamp switch 12 Clutch lever 13 Pass by...

Page 21: ...IDE 1 Wheel hugger rear 2 Saree guard 3 Rear wheel axle 4 Pillion foot rest L 5 Rider foot rest L 6 Side stand 7 Center stand 8 Gear shift lever 9 Choke lever 10 Fuel cock 11 Front wheel axle 12 Cover...

Page 22: ...sembly front 7 Location of spark plug 8 Gauge oil level 9 Rear brake pedal 10 Rider foot rest R 11 Pillion foot rest R 12 Muffler assembly 13 Toner ring rear 14 Disc plate rear 15 Rear wheel axle nut...

Page 23: ...y 3 Oil cooler 4 Crash guard 5 Turn signal lamp front R 6 Position lamps REAR 1 Turn signal lamp rear R 2 Reflex reflector 3 Number plate lamp 4 Turn signal lamp rear L 5 Tail lamp assembly 6 Pillion...

Page 24: ...cycle Engine can be started Control key cannot be taken out from the lock 3 LOCK position Your TVS Apache RTR 200 4V ABS Race Edition 2 0 steering can be locked in both left and right directions Turn...

Page 25: ...he connected instrument cluster performs self diagnostic cycle A message GEAR UP followed by a Race flag Welcome message and Average speed details will be displayed on the cluster s display Wait till...

Page 26: ...horised Dealer for rectification Note 4 Low fuel indication Blinks when the fuel level reaches to minimum safe fuel level It glows continuously when the fuel comes below minimum safe level 5 Neutral i...

Page 27: ...level 2 5 liters approx Low fuel indication serial no 4 starts blinking and one bar will be visible when the fuel reaches to the minimum safe level 1 8 liters approximately Refill the fuel immediatel...

Page 28: ...r mile Provision to measure two different distance TRIP 1 or TRIP 2 is provided for the users to use as per their convenience 12c Lap timer Lap timer indicates the time taken to complete a particular...

Page 29: ...o switch the timer cannot be started again until the timer is reset Only last three lap s timing will be displayed in the cluster on entering the lap timer mode Note 12d Average speed indicator This i...

Page 30: ...switch on the handle bar else it will disappear automatically 12f Shortest time indicator Shortest time indicator records the minimum time taken so far to reach 60 km h or 40 mph speed according to th...

Page 31: ...hen the time will stop at the exact point Note These pop ups can be cancelled by pressing the Info switch on the handle bar else it will disappear automatically 13 Shift RPM indicator 14 Tachometer 15...

Page 32: ...the mobile device on the vehicle Refer page No 30 for detail procedure connecting the mobile with the instrument cluster For best accuracy it is recommended that the user to mount the phone to a rigid...

Page 33: ...ses above minimum safe level TRIP F meter cannot be activated or deactivated manually At every ignition ON TRIP F meter will get enabled automatically until fuel level is reached above minimum safe le...

Page 34: ...ervice reminder works only based on the distance km miles covered by the vehicle This is only a reminder indicator Customers are advised to keep track and follow the service schedule Service reminder...

Page 35: ...tton On long pressing the Mode button the following modes can be accessed 1 SET mph MODE SET kmph MODE 2 CLOCK SETTING MODE 3 SHIFT RPM SETTING 4 LEAN ANGLE MODE RPM MODE 5 BLUETOOTH PAIRING MODE P r...

Page 36: ...luster s display To reset the timings keep the display in LAP TIMER MODE and wait till the cluster displays the lap timings Now press and hold the Set button for a few seconds 3 In TRIP 2 meter mode p...

Page 37: ...s format the hour format AM or PM blinks Else the clock will be ready for 24 hours format selection Press the Mode button to change the hour format AM or PM or to change the clock to 24 hours format I...

Page 38: ...tton exits the setting Once the shift RPM is set the LED again glows till this mode is exit Lean angle mode RPM mode setting Ensure the display is in ODO mode Press and hold the Mode button for few se...

Page 39: ...ingle instrument 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 Forget This Device from...

Page 40: ...s described below Ensure the display of the instrument cluster is in ODO mode Press and hold the Mode button for few seconds till the display enters SET mph MODE or SET kmph MODE based on preferred se...

Page 41: ...D is not visible try for one or two more iterations If the phone enters battery saver mode auto pairing might not happen It takes maximum of five minutes for auto pairing and it can happen in vehicle...

Page 42: ...etting of your smart phone is turned ON This feature can be disabled if required Similarly in Android and IOS smart phones if the Bluetooth is ON and if the app is already paired with the cluster when...

Page 43: ...our TVS Apache RTR 200 4V ABS Race Edition 2 0 is connected with your smart phone using Bluetooth Once the cluster is connected with the smart phone the cluster displays the signal strength of the net...

Page 44: ...calls and SMS alerts can be cancelled by pressing the Info switch on the handle bar in IOS pressing the switch only clears the notification but the call will not be cancelled in the phone Note Navigat...

Page 45: ...Info switch on handle bar for about 3 secs the app will automatically provide navigation to the nearest fuel pump The customer also can chose to reject the request by pressing the Info switch on the h...

Page 46: ...that the user mounts the phone to a rigid part of the bike The G force is measured based on the vehicle speed and not with an on board measurement unit So there might be a variation between the actual...

Page 47: ...ble only for Android smart phones To send navigational assist instructions inputs to the connected instrument cluster from your smart phone To save the last traveled route To locate the last parked lo...

Page 48: ...ogin options opens up as shown You can login using your social media logins like FACEBOOK and GOOGLE or using your mobile number which has been registered already If you are a new user then press the...

Page 49: ...s received from TVS Motor Company Limited and submit On submitting the OTP another screen opens where you have to enter your vehicle s chassis number for verification After successful verification of...

Page 50: ...dd vehicle tab allows you to add any of your TVS bikes by entering its chassis number You can have sample view of the frame number and also you can get help by chatting with us or by E mailing to us o...

Page 51: ...ug cools the plug and maintains 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 R...

Page 52: ...t time may lead to an accident Warning 4 Clutch lever Press the lever towards grip to disengage the drive It is used to disengage the clutch while shifting the gears 5 Pass by switch Press the switch...

Page 53: ...switch is turned OFF Note HANDLE BAR RIGHT SIDE 1 Electric starter switch Ensure the transmission is in neutral or else press the clutch lever before engaging the electric starter switch Release the e...

Page 54: ...sed to switch off the engine but to keep other DC system active The ignition circuit is disabled preventing the engine from being restarted To restart the engine return the switch to the position FUEL...

Page 55: ...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 refilling close the cap properly Wa...

Page 56: ...el cock is in OFF position fuel does not flow from fuel tank to carburettor RES RES OFF OFF ON ON Before riding the bike it is necessary to understand how to operate fuel cock to avoid sudden stoppage...

Page 57: ...opening of throttle Choke lever should be pushed back to its original position when the engine idle rpm is stable GEAR SHIFT LEVER TVS Apache RTR 200 4V ABS Race Edition 2 0 is equipped with a 5 spee...

Page 58: ...the clutch and releasing the throttle Failure to comply this will lead to rough shift or jerk while shifting the gears Remember to return to neutral position before restarting the engine Caution Rear...

Page 59: ...stand can be operated by sitting on the vehicle with your left foot by pushing it away from the vehicle to its extreme end 2 1 1a Independent use of rear or front brake reduces the overall braking ef...

Page 60: ...first followed by the rear section as shown in the above figure To install the rear seat reverse the removal procedure 1 2 Do not sit on the vehicle when it is parked on the side stand centre stand a...

Page 61: ...number each of the following Grip driver Bit 12 x 14 open end spanner Tool bag Utility box is located under the passenger seat to store some important items and it provides security to things placed...

Page 62: ...rame Re install Locate the lugs of the cover frame at the holes provided on the frame and install the mounting screws 1 2 and 3 It is recommended to use the tool kit in case of any emergency only It i...

Page 63: ...ks or cuts Battery Proper working of all lamps horn and pass by switch Low battery indication Battery charge page No 67 Speedometer Performing self check Proper working of ABS warning lamp page No 04...

Page 64: ...mal throttle Choke knob should be turned back to its original position when the engine has started running stable when the engine is warm hot do not use choke Do not keep the engine in idling rpm for...

Page 65: ...er gear STOPPING AND PARKING 1 Close the throttle completely and apply both the brakes simultaneously 2 Down shift the gears with clutch lever pressed disengaged as the road speed decreases Bring the...

Page 66: ...n this manual refer Page No 61 Regular maintenance checks will save fuel ensuring trouble free enjoyable and safe riding besides keeping the environment clean Spark plug A dirty or defective spark plu...

Page 67: ...een various parts of the engine and reduces the engine life thereby increases fuel consumption Regularly inspect the engine cum transmission oil for correct level and top up if necessary Get it replac...

Page 68: ...y brake Avoid unnecessary idling While waiting for someone or stopping in signals for long time if the engine is kept running at idle speed it causes unnecessary wastage of fuel Avoid frequent braking...

Page 69: ...pecial and careful servicing TVS Motor Company Limited strongly recommends that the jobs as per the maintenance schedule be performed by your TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer Authorised Dealer...

Page 70: ...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 Adjust if required Oil cooler fins I C I C I C I C Oil cooler pipes I I I I I Inspect...

Page 71: ...chain C L A C L A C L A C L A C L A C L A Adjust if necessary Retainer oil seal4 I I I R I I Replace every 9000 km Chain guide bottom5 I I I R I I Replace every 9000 km All bulbs horn and switches I...

Page 72: ...T I T I T I T WSS toner ring I C I C I C I C I C I C Replace if damaged WSS cable clamps I I I I I I Fix new clamp front rear if found missing WSS cable I I I I I I Replace if damage Brake hose bundy...

Page 73: ...ease every two years Wheel balancing8 I Evaporative emission control I I I I I I I Check for intactness of system hoses and canister Fuel tank assembly I C I C I C I C I C I C I C 7 Idling CO should b...

Page 74: ...y TVS TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil 1400 ml incase of disassembly SAE 10W30 API SL JASO MA2 Front fork oil 325 2 cc leg KYB G10 oil Disc brake fluid TVS Girling DOT 3 DOT 4 Grease Bharat petroleum MP Greas...

Page 75: ...Authorised Main Dealer Authorised Dealer 4 Apply petroleum gelly to the terminals to avoid corrosion 5 Do not add additional electrical accessories Never check the battery charge by shorting the termi...

Page 76: ...cess the fuse case Do not use vehicle by shorting the wires without a fuse This may result in overheating of electrical wiring and may result in fire Never replace a fuse with a rating other than that...

Page 77: ...plug Replace spark plug every 12000 km Cover the spark plug hole with a cloth when the plug is removed to prevent entry of dust water It is advisable to tighten the new spark plug by hand till the end...

Page 78: ...in center stand with front wheel touching the ground Maximum Minimum 7 The oil level should be between the minimum and maximum level marks on the gauge as shown in the figure 8 If the oil level is be...

Page 79: ...if figure If free play is not within the specified limit 1 Ensure that the engine is cold engine oil at room temperature 2 Loosen the lock nut 2 while holding the clutch cable adjusting nut 1 3 Adjus...

Page 80: ...bsorber to meet different road and load SOFT HARD Adjust step by step Do not go at a stretch as it will damage the cam Caution The rear shock absorber contains highly compressed gas Do not try to open...

Page 81: ...linder brake fluid level through the view piece glass A 2 Brake fluid level always should be above the LOWER mark B on the master cylinder when the master cylinder is parallel to the ground 3 If the b...

Page 82: ...bly 1 Remove the cover frame R refer page No 54 for removal procedure 2 Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir It should be between maximum and minimum level 3 If the brake fluid level is below...

Page 83: ...yre contact with the ground which can lead to skidding and loss of control Be sure that the tyre pressure is within the specified limits at all times Solo Pillion Front 1 75 kg cm 25 PSI 1 75 kg cm 25...

Page 84: ...ers should be free from sharp edges and care should be taken not to damage the rim and tyre Use of a tyre other than the standard may cause instability and improper function of ABS Keep the toner ring...

Page 85: ...ng regular service by the Dealers the user must clean the chain with a dry cloth and apply TRU SPRAY TRU4 oil as frequently as every 500 km for better chain life and smooth vehicle running 20 25 mm 20...

Page 86: ...U4 oil Lubricate the drive chain after the motorcycle is washed with water or riding in rainy wet condition The chain must be serviced more frequently when the vehicle is operated under severe conditi...

Page 87: ...ly and slide the wheel out 5 Reverse the procedure for reassembling REAR WHEEL REMOVAL AND REASSEMBLY 1 Remove the wheel hugger rear 2 Remove the axle nut 1 along with the washer and partially pull ou...

Page 88: ...wheel along with the drive chain and then assemble the wheel into swing arm 7 Re assemble the other parts in the reverse order of removal During removal of rear wheel axle hold the drum sprocket asse...

Page 89: ...O MA2 and check the oil level using the gauge 4 Lubricate the parts as instructed in the maintenance schedule 5 Fill up fresh petrol in the fuel tank 6 Check and inflate the tyres to the specified tyr...

Page 90: ...on 8 Slackness and lubrication of chain page No 77 9 Front rear brake functioning and rear brake lamp switch adjustment 10 Front fork for any abnormality 11 Fuel cock sediment cup filter cleanliness 1...

Page 91: ...ing defect and in such cases the Company s decision either to repair or replace the affected parts will be final In the event of replacement of parts the Company also reserves the right to use parts o...

Page 92: ...he cause for the reported problems produces to such Authorised Main Dealer Authorised Dealer the owner s manual for the concerned vehicle for verification of relevant details 8 This is the only warran...

Page 93: ...rake fluid Rubber rexine plastic items All hoses pipes and plastic aesthetics Proprietary Items Battery tyres and tubes the warranty terms are subject to our agreement with proprietary OEM Parts of th...

Page 94: ...vice including scheduled paid service is not availed when it falls due at TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer Authorised Dealer Vehicles sold or transferred by original retail purchaser Vehicles...

Page 95: ...who is carrying out the maintenance service Before you avail your first free service please enter the particulars of your vehicle on the left side of this page This will be useful for any reference F...

Page 96: ...t after the services are over periodic servicing of your vehicle at appropriate intervals depending upon its extent of use will keep your vehicle at its best level of performance In case you need any...

Page 97: ...nd micronic paper filter Lubrication system Forced wet sump Maximum power in kW 15 09 8500 rpm Maximum torque in Nm 18 1 Nm 7000 rpm Maximum speed 128 km h Engine idling rpm 1500 100 rpm Starting syst...

Page 98: ...Tyre size Front 90 90 17 49P Tubeless 90 90 17 M C 49S Tubeless Rear 130 70 17 M C 62P Tubeless 130 70 17 M C 62S Tubeless Tyre pressure Front 1 75 kg cm 25 PSI Rear solo 2 00 kg cm 28 PSI Rear dual...

Page 99: ...S TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil SAE 10W30 API SL JASO MA2 Engine cum transmission oil capacity 1200 ml during regular service 1400 ml incase of disassembly Front fork oil grade KYB G10 oil Front fork oil c...

Page 100: ...92 Facility available at selected Dealerships only Terms and conditions apply EXPRESS SERVICE Get your vehicle serviced in 1 hour at no additional cost Contact your nearest Dealership for details...

Page 101: ...s apply Busy Life Easy Servicing Now service your bike anywhere anytime Service the vehicle at your door step Available for regular maintenance or breakdown service only Offered at nominal convenience...

Page 102: ...rvice the vehicle at your door step Available for regular maintenance or breakdown service only Offered at nominal convenience charges Contact your nearest Dealership for details Facility available at...

Page 103: ...ic place without a valid policy of insurance issued by an authorised insurer Driving a motor vehicle without any such insurance is an offense under Motor Vehicles Act To assist our Customers on their...

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