In September 2021, TVS Motor Company announced the launch of a new offering in the 125cc segment – the TVS Raider – aimed at the aspirational, young customers in India and abroad. The arrival of this new-kid-in-the-block stirred up the 125cc motorcycle segment in India and made everyone take notice of its presence, whether on the road or in the digital space.
TVS Raider embodies a unique and bold design theme. The motorcycle has a distinctive macho personality and a special logo to symbolise this theme. The strong and sculpted tank profile lends TVS Raider muscular, solid appeal. At the same time, it is a sporty, compact and agile motorcycle for your everyday ride.
Signature design elements of the TVS Raider are its distinctive and aggressive looking headlamp and tail-lamp that also provides excellent visibility. The youthful colour schemes with specially designed textures and finishes accentuates its sporty and energetic design.
A reverse LCD digital speedometer with ride modes is an advanced hi-tech gadget with accurate and easy to read details. TVS Raider also comes with an optional 5-inch TFT cluster with TVS SMARTXONNECTTM variant, which offers Bluetooth connectivity and voice assist. The switch cluster, foot pegs, and mechanical details are designed in harmony with the motorcycle for functional benefits.
TVS Raider is powered by an advanced 124.8 cc air and oil-cooled 3V engine which churns a 8.37 kW (11.38 PS) of maximum power at 7,500 rpm and 11.2 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm. The motorcycle can sprint from 0-60 kmph in 5.9 secs and attain a top speed of 99 kmph. The comfort and handling can be attributed to the gas-charged 5-step adjustable mono-shock suspension, low friction front suspension and split seat, 5-speed gearbox and 17-inch alloy chunky wide tyres.
The ergonomics of the TVS Raider is developed with focus on the comfort and convenience of the rider. The configuration of low seat height balanced on a long wheelbase, perfect ergonomics triangle, and a mono-shock delivers engaging ride and handling.
The exhaust design, with its distinct note, is tuned to perfection as it reverberates the spirit of the motorcycle. Features such as first-in-segment easy access under-seat storage for all your essential belongings, side stand indicator with engine inhibitor, helmet reminder, and the optional USB charger are focused on creating a fulfilling ride experience.
The Raider 125 is a well engineered and packaged product from TVS Motor Company. Its spirited performance, impressive fuel efficiency and dynamic design come together to make the Raider a more youthful, trendier, engaging and fun to ride motorcycle than any of the competitors in its segment. With the Raider 125, TVS has come up with a clear winner.
All photographs by Sourish Meryson
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