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FOREWORD
Dear Friend,
Thank you for choosing the TVS HLX PLUS, strongest and most reliable motorcycle.
As a proud owner of TVS HLX PLUS, you are now part of a family of millions of satisfied TVS customers.
TVS HLX PLUS designed to deliver superior mileage and long-lasting performance. It also comes with
refreshing looks.
This manual explains the features and operations of your TVS HLX PLUS. Please read it carefully and follow the
instructions to enjoy years of safe riding.
To ensure reliable performance, we urge you to get your TVS HLX PLUS serviced only at TVS Motor Company
Authorised Distributor or Dealer / Authorised Service Centers at specified regular intervals.
Happy Riding!
TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED
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Summary of Contents for TVS HLX PLUS 2019

  • Page 1 Thank you for choosing the TVS HLX PLUS, strongest and most reliable motorcycle. As a proud owner of TVS HLX PLUS, you are now part of a family of millions of satisfied TVS customers. TVS HLX PLUS designed to deliver superior mileage and long-lasting performance. It also comes with refreshing looks.
  • Page 2 SAFETY INFORMATION Operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility of the rider. To help you make decisions about safety, we have provided 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 hazards associated with operating or maintaining the vehicle, you must use your own judgement.
  • Page 3 Prior permission of TVS Motor Company Limited is required for quoting, copying or reproducing any part of this owner‘s manual.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Running-in information Safe Riding Tips Know your TVS HLX PLUS Riding your TVS HLX PLUS Maintenance Service Record Sheet Technical Specifications...
  • Page 5: Running-In Information

    RUNNING-IN INFORMATION The first 1000 km is a crucial part for the life of your TVS HLX PLUS. Proper running-in operation during this period helps in ensuring maximum life and smooth performance of your motorcycle. The reliability and performance of your TVS HLX PLUS depends on the special care and restraint exercised during the running-in period.
  • Page 6: Safe Riding Tips

    Loose, fancy clothing can be uncomfortable and unsafe when riding a two-wheeler. Choose good quality two wheeler riding apparel. Familiarise yourself with new TVS HLX PLUS Riding skill and your mechanical knowledge form the foundation of safe riding practices. We suggest you to practice riding in a low-traffic condition until you are thoroughly familiar with your vehicle and its controls.
  • Page 7 SAFE RIDING TIPS Posture Warning Proper vehicle riding starts with proper posture: Avoid use of mobile phones while riding as it could lead to 1. Keep your elbows inside close to the body and kept fatal accident. flexible. Do not downshift the gears in the midst of cornering. Slow 2.
  • Page 8 Warning EMISSION CONTROL All the TVS motorcycles are tested in the factory for As the vehicle speed increases, the stopping distance also optimum fuel efficiency and lowest possible CO levels. increases progressively. Be sure that, you have sufficient...
  • Page 9: Know Your Tvs Hlx Plus

    KNOW YOUR TVS HLX PLUS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Serial numbers of both frame and engine are required for vehicle identification. They are also required to assist your Distributor or dealer for operating parts or referring to special information. For Kick Starter Model...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TVS HLX PLUS LOCATION OF PARTS VEHICLE LEFT SIDE VEHICLE RIGHT SIDE 1. Pillion foot rest L 6. Speedometer cable 1. Spark plug 6. Rear shock absorber R 2. Rear shock absorber L 7. Front brake cable 2. Gauge oil level 7.
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR TVS HLX PLUS LOCATION OF PARTS VEHICLE FRONT SIDE 1. Front turn signal lamp L 2. Head lamp assembly 3. Front number plate 4. Rider foot rest 5. Front turn signal lamp R VEHICLE REAR SIDE 1. Mirror R 2.
  • Page 12 Leaving the key in ‘ON’ position will drain the battery when 3. ‘LOCK’ position vehicle is not in use . So “Switch off” and take the key out TVS HLX PLUS steering can be locked in both left and right when the vehicle is not in use. directions.
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TVS HLX PLUS SPEEDOMETER ASSEMBLY 4. Fuel gauge 1. Speedometer Fuel gauge indicates the approximate quantity of fuel available in the fuel tank. Indicates the road speed in kilometers per hour. 5. Turn signal indicator right 2. Odometer...
  • Page 14 KNOW YOUR TVS HLX PLUS Handle bar left side for ES model Handle bar left side for KS model 3. Turn signal lamp switch for ES & KS Press the knob intermittently while overtaking another vehicle during day time to give signal to the opposite When the turn signal lamp switch knob is pushed to the left vehicles.
  • Page 15 KNOW YOUR TVS HLX PLUS 7. Head lamp switch for KS HANDLE BAR RIGHT SIDE FOR ES & KS MODELS Head lamp switch has two positions ‘ ’ and ‘ ’ to 1.Electric Starter Switch for ES control head lamp.
  • Page 16 KNOW YOUR TVS HLX PLUS 3. Throttle grip for ES & KS FUEL TANK CAP Engine speed is controlled by the rotation of the throttle To open the fuel tank cap, move away the protection lid (A) grip. Twist it towards you to increase the engine speed.
  • Page 17 KNOW YOUR TVS HLX PLUS Caution Whenever refueling the bike, fill upto the bottom of neck portion of the fuel tank. Filling above the neck may result in improper breathing of fuel tank. FUEL COCK Fuel cock has the following three positions: Fuel flows in this position when the fuel is above the reserve level in the tank.
  • Page 18 KNOW YOUR TVS HLX PLUS ALL GEAR DOWN (exclusively for Nigeria): Shifting into the higher gears from neutral position is accomplished by depressing the clutch lever and pressing the front end of shifting lever by toe and down shifting to lower gears by pressing the rear end of the lever by heel once for each gear.
  • Page 19 CENTRE STAND AND SIDE STAND Rear brake pedal is located on the right side of the vehicle. TVS HLX PLUS is equipped with centre and side stand. To Press the rear brake pedal with your right foot to apply the place the vehicle on the centre stand (1), hold the handle bar rear brake.
  • Page 20 2. Locate its lug (2) on the hole provided in the fuel tank while ensuring the availability of rubber cushion on the TVS HLX PLUS is provided with lockable cover frame on the hole, gently press and lock with the key by rotating in left side.
  • Page 21 It is recommended to use the tool kit in case of emergency 2. Do not attempt to use/charge any other device, other only. It is always advisable to take your vehicle to TVS Motor than one mobile phone at a given time.
  • Page 22 The flap in the unit has been designed to prevent water entry and is not replaceable. Caution TVS is not responsible for any damage to mobile phones in the event of fall while charging during vehicle moving.
  • Page 23: Riding Your Tvs Hlx Plus

    RIDING YOUR TVS HLX PLUS Inspection before riding Check the following items before riding. ITEM WHAT TO CHECK FOR Engine cum Transmission oil Availability of oil upto the level. (page no. 34) Fuel Enough fuel for the planned distance of running.
  • Page 24 RIDING YOUR TVS HLX PLUS Starting the engine Setting the vehicle in motion Turn the fuel cock lever to the ‘ON’ or ‘RESERVE’ position Depress the clutch lever and engage first gear by pressing the rear end of the gearshift lever downward by heel. Twist based on availability of fuel in fuel tank.
  • Page 25 RIDING YOUR TVS HLX PLUS by shifting to a lower gear. Note Stopping and parking Use fuel additives in petrol as recommended by the Close the throttle completely and apply both brakes respective manufacturer for low carbon deposition. simultaneously. CHECKS AND TIPS FOR IMPROVING FUEL ECONOMY Down shift the gears as road speed decreases.
  • Page 26 RIDING YOUR TVS HLX PLUS Tyres If the condition persists even after adjusting the clutch lever play, immediately have the clutch checked by TVS Motor Low tyre pressure has the same adverse effect on a vehicle Company Authorised Distributor or Dealer / Authorised as of loading the vehicle heavily.
  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Cylinder head, steering components, suspension, chain and wheel components etc., are key items and require very special and careful servicing. TVS Motor Company Limited strongly recommends that the jobs as per the maintenance schedule be performed by TVS...
  • Page 28 MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (months or km whichever occurs earlier) PERIODIC SERVICES Period 1 month 3 months 6 months 9 months 12 month s 500 - 750 2500 - 3000 5000 - 6000 8500 - 9000 11500 - 12000 Engine cum transmission oil Oil filter Centrifugal filter –...
  • Page 29 MAINTENANCE PERIODIC SERVICES Period 1 month 3 months 6 months 9 months 12 month s 500 - 750 2500 - 3000 5000 - 6000 8500 - 9000 11500 - 12000 Drive chain C, A & L C, A & L C, A &...
  • Page 30 MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (months or km whichever occurs earlier) PERIODIC SERVICES Period 15 months 18 months 21 months 24 months 27 months 30 months 14500-15000 17500-18000 20500-21000 23500-24000 26500-27000 29500-30000 Engine cum transmission oil Oil filter Centrifugal filter – –...
  • Page 31 MAINTENANCE PERIODIC SERVICES Period 15 months 18 months 21 months 24 months 27 months 30 months 14500-15000 17500-18000 20500-21000 23500-24000 26500-27000 29500-30000 Front fork oil – – – – – All fasteners I & TI I & TI I & TI I &...
  • Page 32 ....Lubricate at ends using grease in all services ....RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS Application Manufacturer Brand Engine cum transmission oil 900 ml (after draining) TVS Motor Company TVS TRU4 DURALIFE 1000 ml (after disassembly) (SAE 20W50 API-SL, JASO MA2) Front fork oil 145 ± 2.5 ml / leg Teleshockab oil Grease –...
  • Page 33 Incase the fuse blows off again, consult the Minimum level nearest TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributor or Dealer / Authorised Service Centre. Caution Do not use vehicle by shorting the wires, without a fuse.
  • Page 34 If the colour of tip is white or glazed, dry black or wet black Caution then have the vehicle checked by TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributor or Dealer / Authorised Service Always use only recommended make and type of spark Centre.
  • Page 35 MAINTENANCE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT 1. Place the vehicle on centre stand on a flat surface. Remove the gauge oil level, wipe it clean and insert the Clutch lever free play is one of the most important gauge oil level in its hole without threading in. adjustments, which you may need to check in between services for better life of the clutch plates.
  • Page 36 MAINTENANCE REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS BRAKES TVS HLX PLUS is provided with 5 step adjustable rear Front brake shockabsorbers to meet different road and load conditions. 1. Measure the free play of the front brake lever at the There are 5 notches for adjusting spring load. If the spring is lever end.
  • Page 37 (2) on the front and rear brake panel assembly. In case of the mark going beyond, consult the nearest Authorised TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributor or Dealer / Authorised Service Centre.
  • Page 38 MAINTENANCE Solo Pillion Front 1.75 kg/cm² (25 PSI) 1.75 kg/cm² (25 PSI) Rear 2.00 kg/cm² (28 PSI) 2.25 kg/cm² (32 PSI) FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL 1. Remove axle nut (1) along with a washer from front wheel axle. 2. Pull out the axle (2) along with a washer from wheel assembly.
  • Page 39 MAINTENANCE REAR WHEEL REMOVAL 6. Reverse the procedure for reassembly. 1. Remove the rear brake adjuster (1) and disconnect the Warning brake rod. 2. Remove the split pin (2) and the nut (3) from torque link Always make sure that whenever the wheel is removed, mounting with the brake panel and disconnect the axle nut is properly retightened to the specified torque and torque link.
  • Page 40: Service Record Sheet

    SERVICE RECORD SHEET SERVICE RECORD SHEET Sl.No. Description Odometer Job card no. / Date Servicing Dealer’s reading stamp and sign. 1st service between (a) 500 - 750 km or (b) 1 month from the date of purchase, whichever of the two occurs earlier. 2nd service between (a) 2500 - 3000 km or (b) 3 months from the date of purchase, whichever of the two occurs earlier.
  • Page 41 SERVICE RECORD SHEET SERVICE RECORD SHEET Sl.No. Description Odometer Job card no. / Date Servicing Dealer’s reading stamp and sign. 7th service between (a) 17500 - 18000 km or (b) 18 months from the date of purchase, whichever of the two occurs earlier.
  • Page 42: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MANUFACTURER : TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED P.B. No 4, Harita, Hosur - 635 109, India. ENGINE TRANSMISSION Type : Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, air Clutch : Wet - Multi plate type cooled spark ignition engine Transmission : 4 Speed constant mesh...
  • Page 43 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CHASSIS TYRE Front tyre : 2.75 x 17 - 4 Ply rating Dimensions and weights Rear tyre : 3.00 x 17 - 6 Ply rating Overall length : 2011 mm Tyre pressure Overall width : 700 mm Front : 1.75 kg/cm (25 PSI) Overall height : 1050 mm...
  • Page 44 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tail / brake lamp : 12V, 5/21W x 1 Caution Turn signal lamps : 12V, 10W x 4 Using the bulb other than the specified rating can result in Speedometer lamp : 12V, 1.7W x 1 overloading of the electrical system or premature failure of the bulb.