- By Divanshi Sharma
- Fri, 17 May 2024 03:00 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
TVS Motor Company has teased a new addition to its Apache series. The teaser was posted on the official Apache Instagram account, showing a brief glimpse of the fuel tank and the brand’s logo, ending with the phrase “Blazing Soon”. The caption read, “Get ready to experience the Blaze. Something menacingly powerful is coming your way.”
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This announcement has led to various speculations. Many enthusiasts believe that the new release could be an updated version of the Apache RTR 200 4V, which hasn’t seen major revisions in a while. Considering the competitive landscape and recent updates from rivals like Bajaj, a significant update to the Apache RTR 200 4V is a possibility.
TVS has a history of launching special and limited editions, like the Apache RTR 165 RP. This adds weight to the speculation that the upcoming model could be a special edition named the Blaze Edition. The name “Blaze” suggests a focus on power and performance, indicating possible enhancements over the existing models. There is also speculation that TVS might launch limited editions of the flagship models, such as the Apache RTR 310 and RR 310, to draw more attention in their respective segments.
Another possibility is that TVS might introduce a new colour scheme or a range-wide update, similar to the Blazing Blue scheme available with the Raider 125. The phrase “menacingly powerful” in the teaser points towards a performance oriented update, which could include both cosmetic changes and feature enhancements.
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Currently, the Apache RTR 200 4V is powered by a 197.7cc single-cylinder air- and oil-cooled engine that delivers a power output of 20.82 bhp and 17.25 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed transmission. The new model is likely to see an increase in power and torque, keeping up with the competition from the updated Bajaj Pulsar NS200, which now includes features like an all-digital instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity.
