TVS Racing Apache RTR 160 User manual

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EXPRESS SERVICE

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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 charges.
Contact your nearest Dealership for details.
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EXPERT ON WHEELS

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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 charges.
Contact your nearest Dealership for details.
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Facility available at selected Dealerships only. Terms and conditions apply
PICKUP AND DROP

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CONTENTS
EXPRESS SERVICE I
EXPERT ON WHEELS II
PICKUP AND DROP III
CONTENTS IV
CONTACT(S) FOR SUPPORT 1
FOREWORD 5
SAFETY INFORMATION 9
NOTICE 10
RUNNING-IN INFORMATION 11
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM 12
SAFE RIDING TIPS 17
KNOW YOUR TVS APACHE RTR 160 21
RIDING YOUR TVS APACHE RTR 160 66
MAINTENANCE 72
WARRANTY AND SERVICES 98
SERVICE INFORMATION 102
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 105
GENERAL INFORMATION 111

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CONTACT(S) FOR SUPPORT
Incase you need any Clarification please contact
TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer
Or
TVS Motor Company’s Area Offices (flip over for addresses)
Or
Toll Free Number : 1800-258-7111
Email : [e-mail]
Disclaimer : TVS Motor Company or any of its officials / Authorized Main dealer / Authorized Dealer do not ask customers for bank
/ card / wallet details / authentication. In case you face any such claim, please report to the relevant local authorities immediately.

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CONTACT AT OUR AREA OFFICES
KARNATAKA-1, 2 & GOA
4. TVS Motor Company Limited
No. 600, Anand Surya, 2nd Floor,
15th Cross, 6th Phase, JP Nagar,
Opp. BMTC Bus Stop,
Bangalore - 560 078.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
ANDHRAPRADESH -1 & 2
5. TVS Motor Company Limited
Rukumani Towers, First Floor,
No. 3-11-30, Plot No. 11,
Paigha Colony, Behind Anand Theater,
Secunderabad - 500 003.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
[e-mail]
MAHARASHTRA-1 & 2
6. TVS Motor Company Limited
No. 401, 4th Floor, The Chambers,
Plot No. 4/12/3, Near Ganapati Chowk,
Viman Nagar, Pune - 411 014.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
TAMILNADU-1, 3 & 4
1. TVS Motor Company Limited
V Floor, Gee Gee Universal,
No. 2, MC Nichols Road,
Chetpet, Chennai - 600 031.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
[e-mail]
TAMILNADU-2
2. TVS Motor Company Limited
No. 10, 2nd floor,
Shree Shanmugapriya Towers,
Kannuswamy Street,
Behind Hotel Annapoorna,
R S Puram, Coimbatore - 641 002.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
KERALA
3. TVS Motor Company Limited
Ambady Towers, Second Floor,
Door No. 27/631, A6,
Edappally-Pookkattupady Road,
Edappally PO., Cochin - 682 024.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
MAHARASHTRA-3 & CHATTISGARH
7. TVS Motor Company Limited
No. 502B, 6th Floor, B Wing,
Shriram Shyam Towers,
Near LIC Square, Sardar,
Nagpur - 440 001.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
[e-mail]
GUJARAT
8. TVS Motor Company Limited
1208-1213, Shivalik Satyamev,
Below Bopal Over Bridge,
Ambli-SP Ring Road Junction, Bopal,
Ahmedabad- 380058.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]

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PUNJAB & CHANDIGARH
12. TVS Motor Company Limited
4th Floor, Royal Business Park,
Chandigarh Ambala Highway,
Zirkapur - 140 603.
Phone : [phone]/465777
Email : [e-mail]
UTTAR PRADESH WEST
13. TVS Motor Company Limited
D-3 & D-4, 2nd Floor,
Sector - 10, Noida,
Uttar Pradesh - 201 301.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
UTTAR PRADESH CENTRAL & EAST
14. TVS Motor Company Limited
1st Floor, Cyber Tower, TC-34/V-2,
Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar,
Lucknow - 226 010.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
MADHYA PRADESH-1 & 2
9. TVS Motor Company Limited
No. 211-212, 2nd Floor,
Chinar Incube Business Centre,
Chinar Fortune City,
Near Brindhavan Dhaba,
Hosangabad Road,
Bhopal - 462 026.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
[e-mail]
RAJASTHAN-1 & 2
10. TVS Motor Company Limited
Plot No. 17-18,
2nd Floor of National Motors Building,
Jhotwara Industrial Area,
Jaipur - 302 012.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
[e-mail]
DELHI & HARYANA
11. TVS Motor Company Limited
D-3 & D-4, 2nd Floor,
Sector - 10, Noida,
Uttar Pradesh - 201 301.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
WEST BENGAL
15. TVS Motor Company Limited
Ground Floor & First Floor,
133 A. S. P. Mukherjee Road,
Opp. Tollygunge Police Station,
Kolkatta - 700 026.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
BIHAR
16. TVS Motor Company Limited
N-Plaza, Jamal Road,
P.S. Kotwali,
Patna - 800 001.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]

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ORISSA & JHARKHAND
17. TVS Motor Company Limited
No. 303, 3rd Floor,
Creative Plaza, Rasulgarh,
Bhubaneshwar - 751 010.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]
NORTH EAST STATES
18. TVS Motor Company Limited
147, Udayan, Ganesh Guri,
Opp. Punjab National Bank,
R G B. Road, Guwahati - 781 005.
Phone : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]

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Dear Apachean,
Congratulations on taking home the all-new TVS Apache RTR 160. The Apache has always pioneered design,
technology, and performance. This Apache continues to uphold the legacy. The first-in-class ride modes will ensure
nothing gets in the way of you unleashing the full potential of your race machine.
The race tech doesn’t stop there. With Bluetooth enabled SmartXonnect, riders have instant access to navigation,
telemetry, crash alert, call and SMS alerts. While more detailed riding data is recorded on the SmartXonnect app and
is available at your fingertips.
Improved power will have you setting new lap records, while the track tuned riding dynamics will have you clipping
every apex.
The Apache is unmistakable when it takes its place on the grid. The all-new menacing beast inspired LED headlamps
cast an intense gaze. The chiseled tank and engine cowls slice through the air. While the race-inspired graphics add
flair to the performance.
With this Apache, you unlock the door to the “Apache World”. Prepare to be part of some of the most enthralling rides
by becoming a member of AOG (Apache Owners Group). As you ride through peaks and cross rivulets, timeless bonds
are forged not just with your race machine but also your fellow riders, building tales of camaraderie and brotherhood.
The ARE (Apache Racing Experience) provides an environment to push your race machine to the limit on the race
track and become one with the machine. That is how racers are build!! Sit back and enjoy the limitless capabilities of
the race machine in APP (Apache Pro Performance) as it displays its peak performance and technology by unleashing
the racing DNA.
This Owner‘s Manual also has all the details to ensure your Apache is in top notch race ready condition.
So, strap on that helmet, pull up those gloves and zip up your race suit. The track is calling your name.
TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED
FOREWORD

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Brand Experience
Live the pure performance life.
Since 2005, TVS Apache has been at the helm of performance motorcycling, creating an entirely new breed of rac-
ers. And now that you have chosen the ultimate race machine, you are also part of this esteemed legacy. Not just
that, you are also standing at the portal to a 360 moto-experience encompassing from out riding your limits at the
racetrack to becoming part of a league of riders who share your passion for motorcycling.
Apache Owners Group
Join the league of Apache motor enthusiasts that share your passion for riding. Explore the unchartered, tame every
terrain, forge unbreakable bonds, and make unforgettable memories with every journey.
Go on thrilling rides all year round –
Breakfast ride | Overnight ride | Marquee ride | Chapter ride
Apache Racing Experience
If you have the mettle, we have the track. Apache Racing Experience (ARE), a flagship property of TVS Racing &
Apache, is the embodiment of our philosophy,“the bikes we race are the bikes we sell.”Hone your racing skills
and techniques with the INMRC Champion riders from TVS Racing and test the limits of your machine and yourself.
TVS RacingTraining School
Founded in 2017, TVS Racing Training School aims at fostering motor sports in India. We believe that all our riders are
racers at heart and here, they can unleash that racer and learn the skills under National Champions. And through
multiple levels of training, we hope to turn these racing zealots into the podium winners of tomorrow.
Join the AOG community - https://www.tvsapache.com/assets/pdf/AOG-Regulations.pdf and also download the
TVS Connect app / https://www.tvsapache.com/aog.aspx

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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 the owner’s 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 the owner’s manual as well as the service
handbook. 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.
Note
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Take time to familiarize yourself with your TVS Apache RTR 160 and its performance characteristics.
This Owner‘s Manual contains a host of useful information. Please take the time to read this manual before you
ride your new TVS Apache RTR 160. Get familiarised with the operation of your motorcycle for maximum safety and
pleasure. The better you know your vehicle, the more pleasure you will experience riding your new vehicle. Ensure
that anyone else riding your TVS Apache RTR 160 does the same.
All 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 Limited may, however, incorporate
modifications or improvements on its vehicles at any time without notice, and therefore, in such events it is possible
that the relevant part of the owner‘s manual does not apply to your vehicle.
Prior permission of TVS Motor Company Limited is required for quoting, copying or reproducing any part of this
owner’s manual.
Accessories shown in the picture may not be a part of standard equipment. Pictures shown in the manual are ofTVS
Apache RTR 160 with rear disc brake until otherwise specified.
Your motorcycle is provided with always glowing head lamp. The head lamp glows automatically once the engine
is started.
Since your vehicle is fitted with side stand cut-off system ensure to retract the side stand before starting / moving
the vehicle.
Note
NOTICE
Revision 0, As on 16 September 2022

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The first 1000 km is a crucial part of your motorcycle. Proper running-in operation during this period helps in ensuring
a maximum life and smooth performance of your motorcycle.
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 the engine in high speed (RPM), which could
expose the engine parts to excessive stress. Recommended speed during the running-in is:
Maximum 50 km/h speed upto 750 km (vary the engine speed for better mating of parts).
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 tightened. Engine cum transmission oil
to be replaced. Timely performance of the first free service will ensure optimum service life and performance from
the engine.
RUNNING-IN INFORMATION
Replacing the engine cum transmission oil during first service is most important for better life of engine. Always use TVS
TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil (SAE 10W30 API-SL, JASO MA2) for better performance and life.
Since your motorcycle is fitted with Evaporative Emission Control System, the motorcycle should not be laid on the floor
during water wash. Else it may lead to difficulty in starting and improper running of the motorcycle.
Caution

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Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Your motorcycle is fitted with a Single Channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) in the front brake system which is
designed to prevent skidding and help riders to maintain steering control during emergency-stopping situation in dry
or wet roads, loose gravels etc.
How does ABS work?
When a rider applies the front brake continuously, as he detects a dangerous obstacle in dry or wet roads, loose
gravels etc. transmits an excessive brake force to the wheel. This excessive force may cause the wheels to stop
spinning and leads to lose of road grip. With no firm contact between the tire’s contact patch and the road surface,
the bike becomes unstable and a crash is imminent.
The slipping wheels on a riding surface results in losing control of whole motorcycle which usually occurs in fractions
of a second. Restoring traction while 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
compensates losing control and help the rider to maneuver the vehicle and to avoid accidents.
So what the ABS does is actually limiting the braking force exerted by the rider by either squeezing the lever and keep
the wheel spinning. Once the imminence of the locking (and therefore skidding) is avoided, the system re-applies
the maximum braking force until the next skid is anticipated. By limiting the max force of the braking maneuver, the
ABS systems practically allow the riders to use the greatest stopping force possible without locking the front wheel.
How does the ABS understands the wheel locking?
The ABS uses continuous wheel speed monitoring system; wheel speed sensors and toner rings and a Hydraulic
Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
During normal operation the ABS works similar to a normal brake.The speed sensor fitted on the front wheel measures
the rotational speed of the front wheel, when the wheel speed reduces rapidly i.e. wheel tends to lock, the HECU
modulates the pressure in the brake circuit and thereby prevents the wheel from locking.
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How the irregular road surface affects the braking?
Humps and irregular surfaces of the road can cause
the wheels to lose contact temporarily with the road
surface; if this happens the braking force that can be
transmitted to road surface is zero.
If the brakes are applied under these condition, the
ABS has to reduce the braking force to ensure and
maintain the directional stability when the wheels
regains its contact with the road surface. At this
instant the ABS must reduce the traction, so that the
wheels will continue to rotate under all imaginable
circumstances, because this is the precondition for
ensuring directional stability.
As soon as the actual circumstances arises, the
system reacts instantly and adjusts braking force
accordingly to achieve optimum braking.
Why does brake lever pulsate during brake
application?
Vehicles fitted with ABS uses the conventional brake
system during normal operation. But during hard
stop the brake lever feels different, i.e., a rapid
pulsation in the brake lever; This is absolutely
normal.
Warning
The ABS can apply and release the pressure in the brake
circuit much faster than that rider can do with brake lever
to avoid wheel locking. So there is no need to pump the
brake, it requires only continuous application.
HECUHECU Toner ringToner ring
Wheel speed sensorWheel speed sensor
Two different make HECU is used in TVS Apache RTR
160 2V’s ABS system therefore the HECU shown in the
above picture may vary from the HECU fitted on your
vehicle.
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It is not necessary to have this pulsation feel every
time the brake is applied. Pulsations are felt only
during wheel locking tendency, occurs due to the
modulation of pressure in the brake circuit by HECU.
Pulsation means that the vehicle is in limit. This
pulsation feel also depends on the road condition.
ABS warning lamp
The TVS Apache RTR 160 does an automatic self
check every time when the ignition switch is
turned ‘ON’. The ABS warning lamp provided at the
speedometer console blinks and informs you that the
ABS is under check.
This ABS warning lamp goes ‘OFF’ once the bike
reaches 7 km/h speed and above and the ABS
warning lamp blinks whenever the bike speed is less
than 7 km/h speed indicating that the ABS is working
fine.
If the warning lamp glows continuously even after
the bike crossing 7 km/h speed or if the ABS lamp
is not blinking or glowing at all, then the ABS has
an error and your bike should be taken to any of our
nearest TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer
/ Authorised Dealer.
DO‘S AND DON’Ts
Do’s
 Check the ABS warning lamp for any warning
before driving the vehicle.
 Apply both front and rear brake for better
performance.
 Apply continuous brake in ABS mode for better
performance. Do not pump.
 Perform the periodic maintenance as per the
schedule.
 ABS should be serviced only at TVS Motor
Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised
Dealer.
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