TVS Apache-Launched Newly

Latest Versions Of TVS Apache RTR Series 

            TVS redefined its RTR series and launched newer version of the RTR bikes.The new models are redesigned, redrawn and reincarnated into a beast.Faster,Sharper and angrier than ever before.The aggression radiates out of the design.While staying true to its racing DNA,the newer versions are modified into more aggressive and terrorizing form.The precise ergonomics , Hard design , sculpted lines and sleek design come together in a living harmony to make one manic beast of a racing machine.
            
Quick List of What's New in 2012 New TVS Apache RTR Series

- Faux carbon fiber insert on the fuel tank and around the instrumentation console
- New fuel tank scoops/faux air intakes plus new graphics
- All-new redesigned seat
- New all-metal footpegs for the pillion plus pillion footpeg mounts
- Redesigned side panels and new crash guard design
- New rear mudguard and redesigned saree guard
- Blue back-lit digital plus analogue instrument cluster.
Variants of 2012 New TVS Apache RTR Series- 2012 New TVS Apache RTR 160 
- 2012 New TVS Apache RTR 180

Apache HyperEdge Series RTR 160:
                      The new headlight design is auto-activated on ignition.The two LED guide lights resembling the eyes of the beast stay lit Night or Day,Its the hallmark of the new breed of Apache RTR bikes.The bike also comes with a gorgeous digital instrument panel with high tech facilities.All components of it have been designed around the legendary RTR shield.with superior perfection.The Apache RTR 160 is the first bike in the Apache RTR evolutionary chain.Apart from the head part,all the other variants are kept undisturbed.

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	2012 New Apache
Model:	RTR 160 Hyper Edge
Type:	Commuter
Top Speed:	118kph (Might Be Above)
Fuel Consumption: City	42.00
Fuel Consumption: Highway	52.00
VERDICT
FOR	Looks Powerful engine
AGAINST	Price
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	159.7cc
Engine:	159.7cc, 4-stroke
Maximum Power:	15.2 Bhp @ 8500 rpm
Maximum Torque:	13.1 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Gears:	5 Speed
Clutch:	Wet, Multi Plate
Bore:	62
Stroke:	52.9
No. of Cylinders:	1
Cylinder Configuration:	NA
Valve Per Cylinder:	2
Engine Block Material:	Iron Block
Chassis Type:	Double Cradle
Cooling Type:	Air Cooling
Carburetor:	NA
0 to 60:	5.56 sec.
DIMENSIONS
Length:	2085.00 mm
Width:	730.00 mm
Height:	1105.00 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:	137.00 kg
Ground Clearance:	165.00 mm
Fuel Tank:	16.00 ltrs
Wheelbase:	1300.00 mm
Electrical System:	AC Generator
Headlamp:	12V 35/35W Halogen HS1, Clear lens with MFR
Battery Type:	NA
Battery Voltage:	12V
Battery Capacity:	9.0 Ah
Battery Charger Type:	NA
Horn:	NA
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	90/90 R17 – 110/80 R17 mm
Tubeless:	Yes
Colors:	Red, Green, Yellow and Grey
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Suspension(Front):	Telescopic Forks
Suspension(Rear):	Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shocks
Brakes:	270mm Petal Disc
Brakes(Rear):	200mm Petal Disc
Stand Alarm:	No
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Fuel Guage:	Digital
Self Start:	Yes
Tacho Meter:	Analogue
Trip Meter:	Digital-1
Alloys:	Yes
Warranty:	NA
Speedometer:	Digital
Passenger Footrest:	Yes
Passenger Backrest:	No
Step-up Seat:	Yes
Pass-light:	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator:	Yes
Low Oil Indicator:	Yes
Low Battery Indicator:	Yes
High Oil Temp. Indicator:	No
Choked Air Filter Indicator:	No

Price in India -

This bike would cost about Rs. 75,000/- Ex-ShowRoom…

         

                                                                                                                                       

              Apache HyperEdge Series RTR 180:

                        The Apache RTR 180 is one of the best bike of the Apache RTR evolutionary chain.It is the most advanced street legal beast in its class amongest of all 180 series Bikes.Apart From the Engine Variants,All the rest Looks of It remains Same.

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	2012 New Apache
Model:	RTR 180
Type:	Commuter
Top Speed:	131kph (Might Be Above)
Fuel Consumption: City	39.00
Fuel Consumption: Highway	47.00
VERDICT
FOR	Powerful Look & Style
AGAINST	Price
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	177.4cc
Engine:	177.4cc, 4 Stroke
Maximum Power:	17.03 Bhp @ 8500 rpm
Maximum Torque:	15.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Gears:	5 Speed
Clutch:	Multi Plate Wet Type
Bore:	62.5
Stroke:	57.8
Engine Block Material:	Iron Block
Chassis Type:	Double Cradle
Cooling Type:	Air Cooling
0 to 60:	4.15 sec.
DIMENSIONS
Length:	2085.00 mm
Width:	730.00 mm
Height:	1100.00 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:	137.00 kg
Ground Clearance:	180.00 mm
Fuel Tank:	16.00 ltrs
Wheelbase:	1326.00 mm
Electrical System:	NA
Headlamp:	12V 35/35W Halogen HS1, Clear lens with MFR
Horn:	NA
Wheel Type:	6 Spoke Mag Alloys
Wheel Size:	90/90 x 17” – 110/80 x 17” mm
Tubeless:	Yes
Colors:	White, Gray, Yellow & Black
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Suspension(Front):	Telescopic Forks
Suspension(Rear):	Gas Shocks, Rectangular Swingarm
Brakes:	270mm Petal Disc
Brakes(Rear):	200mm Petal Disc
Stand Alarm:	No
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Fuel Guage:	Digital
Self Start:	Yes
Tacho Meter:	Analogue
Trip Meter:	Digital-2
Alloys:	Yes
Speedometer:	Digital
Passenger Footrest:	Yes
Passenger Backrest:	No
Step-up Seat:	Yes
Pass-light:	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator:	Yes
Low Oil Indicator:	Yes
Low Battery Indicator:	Yes
High Oil Temp. Indicator:	No
Choked Air Filter Indicator:	No

This bike would cost about Rs. 85,000-870000/ Ex-ShowRoom…

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The UnBeatable"SUZUKI HAYABUSA"

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The Suzuki Hayabusa (or GSX1300R) is a sport bike motorcycle made by Suzuki since 1999. It immediately won acclaim as the world's fastest production motorcycle, with a top speed of 188 to 194 miles per hour (303 to 312 km/h).

Hayabusa (隼) is Japanese for "peregrine falcon", a bird that often serves as a metaphor for speed due to its vertical hunting dive, or stoop, speed of 180 to 202 miles per hour (290 to 325 km/h), the fastest of any bird.In particular, the choice of name was made because the peregrine falcon preys on blackbirds, which reflected the intent of the original Hayabusa to unseat the Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird as the world's fastest production motorcycle.Eventually, the Hayabusa managed to surpass the Super Blackbird by at least a full 10 miles per hour (16 km/h).

First generation (1999–2007)

1999–2007

Also called	GSX-1300R-X (1999), GSX-1300R-Y (2000), GSX-1300R-K1–K7 (2001–2007)
Model year	1999–2007
Engine	1,299 cc (79.3 cu in), 4-stroke inline-four, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve,compression ratio 11:1, Keihin/Denso fuel Injection,wet sump
Bore / Stroke	81.0 × 63.0 mm (3.19 × 2.48 in)
Top speed	1999–2000 188–194 mph (303–312 km/h) 2001–2007 186 mph (299 km/h)
Power	Rear wheel 151.5–162.6 bhp (113–121 kW) bhp @ 9500–9750 rpm
Torque	93.4–99.6 lb·ft (126.6–135.0 N·m) @ 6750–7000 rpm
Transmission	6-speed, constant mesh, #532 chain drive
Suspension	Front Inverted telescopic fork, fully adjustable springpreload, 14-way adjustablerebound damping and 13-way adjustable compression damping Rear Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, 22-way adjustable compression & rebound damping
Brakes	Front 6-pot Tokico caliperson 320 mm stainless steel discs Rear Single hydraulic disc
Tires	Bridgestone Battlax BT56Front 120/70-ZR-17, Rear190/50-ZR-17
Rake, Trail	24.2°, 3.8 in (97 mm)
Wheelbase	1,485 mm (58.5 in)
Dimensions	L 2,140 mm (84.3 in) W 740 mm (29.1 in) H 1,155 mm (45.5 in)
Seat height	805 mm (31.7 in)
Weight	See performance and measurements 215–242 kg (470–530 lb) (dry) 250–255.3 kg (551–563 lb) (wet)
Fuel capacity	21 L (4.6 imp gal; 5.5 US gal) (California 19 L (5.0 US gal))
Fuel consumption	'99 37 mpg-US(6.4 L/100 km), 38.5 mpg-US (6.11 L/100 km) '0532 mpg-US (7.4 L/100 km)

When first shown to the press in 1999, the first Hayabusas made a profound impression. No previous motorcycle has broken the production model top speed record by such a margin, 10 to 14 mph (16 to 23 km/h), depending on which measured speeds the source was relying on for the CBR1100XX and the GSX-1300R.

The first generation had a 1,299 cc (79.3 cu in) liquid-cooled, inline-4 engine with sixteen valves driven by double-overhead cams. This configuration, technologically unremarkable for that time, delivered a record-setting claimed 173 brake horsepower (129 kW) at the crankshaft by virtue of the largest displacement ever in a sport bike, and a ram air system that forced cool, pressurized air into the cylinders at speed.Combined with sophisticated aerodynamics, this powerful engine pushed the Hayabusa's top speed far above the Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird by a significant leap, contrasting with the incremental gains that preceded the Suzuki hyper sport entry. The 1997 carbureted CBR1100XX had previously only inched past the previous top speed record holder, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-11 of 1990.

A remarkable feature of the Hayabusa engine was its abundance of power throughout its entire rpm band. The 1,299 cc powerplant was the largest and most powerful sport bike engine when introduced in 1999, and remained the largest until Kawasaki's ZX14 was released.

The Hayabusa's abundance of power at any rpm made the Hayabusa easier to ride by giving the rider a greater choice of gear selection for a given speed and stunning acceleration.

The ram air ducts at the front of the drooping, rounded nose squeezed frontal area away from the headlight, and this, along with the need for a narrow frontal area, necessitated a stacked headlight and high beam behind a single lens. Moreover, the need to reduce the extreme drag encountered at high speeds determined the Hayabusa's entire bulbous, and much-criticized, bodywork design. Koblenz remarked, "non-traditional styling generates the main controversy of the Hayabusa." When viewed through the eyes of those who judged its beauty on the basis of its functionality, or given a little time to get used to it, the bike's looks did find admirers.The striking two-tone copper/silver paint scheme was similarly loved by some and hated by others, but was successful if the intent of an all-new, flagship product is to make a bold statement. So while it was called ugly by some in the press. this aerodynamic shape was key to the Hayabusa's ability to reach record-setting speeds

The engine used a gear-driven counterbalancer to reduce vibration to the point that the engine could be solidly mounted to the frame, for the purpose of increasing chassis rigidity. Employing a conventional twin beam frame, fully adjustable upside down forks, using specially developed Bridgestone tires, and being relatively light at 473 pounds (215 kg) dry, the Hayabusa's handling was considered excellent for a machine of this class. One reviewer, Koblenz, noted a hesitation perhaps related to poor low-rpm mapping at low speeds, noticeable as a "pause and slight lurch" when rolling on and back off the throttle. Minor low speed FI revisions were addressed with either a "Yosh Box" or "Teka SFI" FI adjusting tool.^]Reflecting in 2009 on the initial design, the creator of the Hayabusa's look, Suzuki's Koji Yoshirua, said that the intent in 1999 was, "to create a somewhat grotesque design and create a strong initial impact... The mission was to create a total new styling that will not be out of date within few years, and a styling that will be the ‘Face’ of Suzuki." Yoshirua also said that the goal was not to achieve the status of fastest production motorcycle, which in early stages was slated to be only 900 to 1,100 cc (55 to 67 cu in), but that, "as a consequence of, pursuing the best handling, acceleration, safety, power, riding ability, original styling, etc., for the good of the customers, it became the ‘Fastest production motorcycle’ … By doing this, once the model was out in the market and the performance of it have been proven, I thought that people will start to show interest to the weird design, and then the design would be caked in peoples mind.”

2012 Suzuki Hayabusa:

IDENTIFICATION
Model Type	Sport
BASE MSRP(US)	$14,299.00
Dealers	Suzuki Dealers
Warranty	12
Insurance	Get a Quote
Finance
ENGINE:
Engine Type	Horizontal In-line
Cylinders	4
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	16
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Bore (mm/in)	81 / 3.19
Stroke (mm/in)	65 / 2.56
Displacement (cc/ci)	1340 / 81.8
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Fuel Injector	Yes
Carburetor	No
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
TRANSMISSION:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Reverse	No
WHEELS & TIRES:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubeless
Chromed	No
Tire Brand	Bridgestone®
Front Tire Width	120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio	70
Front Tire Speed Rating	Z
Front Wheel Diameter	17
Rear Tire Width	190
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio	50
Rear Tire Speed Rating	Z
Rear Wheel Diameter	17
Front Tire (Full Spec)	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	190/50 ZR17
BRAKES:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	12.2 / 310
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	10.2 / 260
SUSPENSION:
Front Suspension Type	Inverted Fork
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load	Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut	No
Steering Damper	Yes
Rear Suspension Type	Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Suspension Size (in/mm)	1.7 / 43
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load	Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	1
Rear Suspension Material	Aluminum
Air Adjustable	No
STEERING:
Steering Control	Handlebar
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Length (ft)	7.18
Width (in/mm)	28.9 / 735
Height (in/mm)	46.1 / 1170
Wheelbase (in/mm)	58.3 / 1480
Ground Clearance (in/mm)	4.7 / 120
Length (ft/ft)	7
Length (ft/in)	2
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)	573 / 260
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5.5 / 21
Performance	Standard
SEATS:
Seat Type	Two-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	31.7 / 805
Number Of Seats	2
Backrest Logo Plate	No
Seat Tail Cover	Standard
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
EXTERIOR:
Frame	Aluminum
Body Material	Plastic
Hand Grips	Standard
Foot Peg Location	Driver and Passenger
Adjustable	No
Chassis Protectors	No
Drive Shaft Guard	No
Engine Case Guard	No
Fork Guards	Yes
Saddle Bag Guard	No
Belt Guard	No
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
Light Guard	No
Fuel Tank Cover	Yes
Front Fender	Standard
Rear Fender	Standard
Stand Type	Kick
Lower Fairing	Standard
Spoiler	Standard
Handlebars	Standard
Upper Fairing	Standard
INSTRUMENTATION:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Clock	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Temperature Warning Type	Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type	Gauge
Service Reminder	Standard
PRICING:
Warranty (Months/Condition)	12 / Limited
IDENTIFICATION:
Generic Type (Primary)	Sport
Manufacturer Country	Japan
Introduction Year	2012
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
Display Name	Hayabusa™ 1340 Limited
MOUNTS:
Windshield Mounts	Standard
PAINT & FINISH:
Paint	Standard
Decal Kit	Standard
GLASS:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard
Windshield Lowers	No
Height Adjustable	No
Tinted	Yes
Height	Low
STORAGE:
Underseat Storage	Standard
Lockable Storage	Standard
LIGHTS:
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard

COMPARISION OF TWO SERIES:

The comparison of specifications between the 1st generation 1999-2007 'original' Hayabusa and the 2nd generation 2007-onwards Suzuki Hayabusa. The chart below only lists the major points of comparison........

	1999-2007	2008-????
Engine : Bore : Stroke : Displacement : Compression ratio : Air Cleaner : Starter : Lubrication : Fuelling : Overall length : Overall Width : Height : Wheel base : Ground clearance : Seat height : Dry weight : GMV : (Gross Vehicle Mass)	In-line 4 DOHC TSCC 81.0 mm 63.0 mm 1299 cc 11.0 : 1 Non-woven fabric Electric Wet sump Electronic Fuel Injection 2180 mm 740 mm 1155 mm 1485 mm 120 mm 805 mm 215 kg 430 kg	In-line 4 DOHC TSCC 81.0 mm 65.0 mm 1340 cc 12.5 : 1 Non-woven fabric Electric Wet sump Electronic Fuel Injection 2190 mm 735 mm 1165 mm 1480 mm 120 mm 805 mm 220 kg 449 kg (S-DMS: Suzuki Drive Mode Selector)
Security System :		SAIS - Suzuki Advanced Immobilizer System
Gearbox :	6 speed constant mesh Wet multi-plate hydraulic clutch Drive chain RK GB50GSV Z3 112 Links Gear ratios :           1 - 2.615           2 - 1.937           3 - 1.526           4 - 1.285           5 - 1.136           6 - 1.043	6 speed constant mesh Wet multi-plate hydraulic clutch Drive chain RK GB50GSV Z4 114 Links Gear ratios :           1 - 2.615           2 - 1.937           3 - 1.526           4 - 1.285           5 - 1.136           6 - 1.043
Suspension  (front) :	Inverted telescopic, coil sprung, oil damped, spring preload fully adjustable rebound damping force 14-way adjustable compression damping force 13-way adjustable	Inverted telescopic, coil sprung, oil damped, spring preload fully adjustable rebound damping force 10-way adjustable compression damping force 10-way adjustable
Suspension  (rear) :	Link type, coil spring, gas/oil damped, spring preload fully adjustable force 22-way adjustable, compression damping force 22-way adjustable	Link type, coil spring, gas/oil damped, spring preload fully adjustable force 22-way adjustable?, compression damping force 22-way adjustable
Caster : Trail : Steering angle :	24* 12' 97 mm (3.8 in) 30* right to left	23* 25' 93 mm (3.8 in) 30* right to left
Brakes / Tyres :	320mm Disc Tokico - Front twin 6 piston calliper 240mm Back single 4 piston calliper Front 120/70 ZR17 Bridgestone BT56  J Spec Rear 190/50 ZR17 Bridgestone BT56  J SpecCast aluminium alloy	320mm Disc Tokico - Front twin 6 piston calliper 260mm Back single 4 piston calliper Front 120/70 ZR17 Bridgestone BT-015 Rear 190/50 ZR17 Bridgestone BT-015 Cast aluminium alloy
Fuel tank :	'99-'01 : 22 litres Canadian '01 onwards : 20 litres	2008 : 21 litres Canadian : 20 litres
Fuel consumption :	City 5.6 litres (Premium) per 100kms Highway 5.1 litres (Premium) per 100kms Highway 5.4 litres (Premium) @ 160kph per 100kms City 6.2 litres (Standard) per 100kms Race - ???	Highway 5.4 litres (Premium) @ 100kph average per 100kms City 7.8 litres (Premium) per 100kms average Various corners minimal hills and mid 25 Celsius. A-Mode only.
Exhaust :	4 into 2 into 2 (standard)	4 into 2 into 2 (standard)
Emissions :		Euro 3 Tier 2
Colors :	See Model History	See Model History
Ignition type : Spark plug : Battery : Generator : Headlight : Headlight : turn signal : Brake light tail light : License plate light : Dash lights all :  Battery Type :	Electronic ignition (transistorized) NGK CR9E or DENSO U27ESR-N 12V 36kC (10Ah)/10 hours Three-Phase A.C generator 12V 65W (H83) High 12V 55W (H7) Low 12V 21W 12V 21W / 5W x 2 12V 5W LED YTX12A-BS (Small size)	Electronic ignition (transistorized)NGK CR9EIA-9 or DENSO IU27D B12V 3 Phase 12V 65w High 12V 55w Low 12V 21W LED 12V 5W LED
Power : Torque :	(Claimed) 178hp (Claimed) 132Kw @ 9800rpm (Claimed) 138Nm @ 10200rpm	(Claimed) 197hp (Claimed) 146Kw @ 9800rpm (Claimed) 154Nm @ 10200rpm(Approx) B Mode: 130Kw and 127Nm C Mode: 100Kw and 105Nm(S-DMS: Suzuki Drive Mode Selector)

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