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  • Page 1 THE ALL-NEW RACER’S CHOICE. Fully Ride Digital Speedometer Modes LED Head Lamp...
  • Page 2 Open the link for downloading relevant owner's manual copy of your vehicle while ensuring your mobile Internet connection is turned 'ON'. If the link message if lost by any means, contact your TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer for getting new link message.
  • Page 3 EXPRESS SERVICE … Get your vehicle serviced in 1 hour at no additional cost. Contact your nearest Dealership for details. … Facility available at selected Dealerships only. Terms and conditions apply...

  • Page 4: Expert On Wheels

    EXPERT ON WHEELS 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. …...

  • Page 5: Pickup And Drop

    PICKUP AND DROP 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. …...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    PICKUP AND DROP CONTENTS CONTACT(S) FOR SUPPORT FOREWORD SAFETY INFORMATION NOTICE RUNNING-IN INFORMATION ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM SAFE RIDING TIPS KNOW YOUR TVS APACHE RTR 160 RIDING YOUR TVS APACHE RTR 160 MAINTENANCE WARRANTY AND SERVICES SERVICE INFORMATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL INFORMATION...

  • Page 7: Contact(S) For Support

    Email : customercare@tvsmotor.com 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.
  • Page 8 CONTACT AT OUR AREA OFFICES TAMILNADU-1, 3 & 4 KARNATAKA-1, 2 & GOA MAHARASHTRA-3 & CHATTISGARH 1. TVS Motor Company Limited 4. TVS Motor Company Limited 7. TVS Motor Company Limited V Floor, Gee Gee Universal, No. 600, Anand Surya, 2nd Floor, No.
  • Page 9 MADHYA PRADESH-1 & 2 PUNJAB & CHANDIGARH WEST BENGAL 9. TVS Motor Company Limited 12. TVS Motor Company Limited 15. TVS Motor Company Limited No. 211-212, 2nd Floor, 4th Floor, Royal Business Park, Ground Floor & First Floor, Chinar Incube Business Centre, Chandigarh Ambala Highway, 133 A.
  • Page 10 ORISSA & JHARKHAND 17. TVS Motor Company Limited No. 303, 3rd Floor, Creative Plaza, Rasulgarh, Bhubaneshwar - 751 010. Phone : 0674-2580019 Email : AO.Bhubaneshwar@tvsmotor.com NORTH EAST STATES 18. TVS Motor Company Limited 147 , Udayan, Ganesh Guri, Opp. Punjab National Bank, R G B.

  • Page 11: Foreword

    FOREWORD 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.
  • Page 12 TVS Racing Training 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. ...
  • Page 14 1988/89 2017 1982 2005 - Till date 2018 1993/94 2007 1992/93 2011 2019 2000-2005 2015 1998 2016 2020 2017...

  • Page 15: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION 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.

  • Page 16: Notice

    Note Accessories shown in the picture may not be a part of standard equipment. Pictures shown in the manual are of TVS 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.

  • Page 17: Running-In Information

    Caution 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...

  • Page 18: Anti-Lock Braking System

    ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM 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.
  • Page 19 ABS has to reduce the braking force to ensure and maintain the directional stability when the wheels Two different make HECU is used in TVS Apache RTR regains its contact with the road surface. At this 160 2V’s ABS system therefore the HECU shown in the...
  • Page 20 7 km/h speed or if the ABS lamp is not blinking or glowing at all, then the ABS has The TVS Apache RTR 160 does an automatic self an error and your bike should be taken to any of our...
  • Page 21 Do not disengage the ABS by removing the ABS ™ Use only the recommended make, type and size coupler. ™ of tyre (ABS tuned with tyre specified by the TVS Do not change the mode with the throttle open ™ Motor Company). condition (it will not change).
  • Page 22 ABS only helps in improving the vehicle control. It is and tubeless tyres. For repair or replacement please always good to remember not to exceed the physical contact nearest TVS Motor Company Authorised Main limits of the vehicle stability. It is rider’s responsibility to Dealer / Authorised Dealer.

  • Page 23: Safe Riding Tips

    Riding skill and your mechanical knowledge forms the foundation of safe riding practices. We suggest you to practice riding TVS Apache RTR 160 in a low-traffic condition until you are thoroughly familiar with your vehicle and its controls. Remember practice makes you perfect.
  • Page 24 Posture 5. Alter your sitting location / posture slightly at intervals during long rides. This will reduce Proper vehicle riding starts with proper posture. fatigue. 1. Sit erect on the seat at the position which you Cornering feel most comfortable. 3.
  • Page 25 7 . Riding down hills, while cornering and wet roads, 2. Even when the brake works normally, if the road close the throttle and down shift the gear to take surface is wet or the tyre surface is worn-out, advantage of gearbox and engine which acts as tyres do not take a firm hold on the surface, an additional brake.
  • Page 26 EMISSION CONTROL Warning All the TVS vehicles are tested in the factory for If there is any abnormal jerk, startability issue are felt in optimum fuel efficiency and CO levels. If the vehicle the vehicle or noise due to sudden escape of gas during...

  • Page 27: Know Your Tvs Apache Rtr 160

    KNOW YOUR TVS APACHE RTR 160 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The frame and engine serial numbers are the only means of identifying your vehicle from others of the same model and type. They are also required to assist your Dealer for ordering parts or referring to special information.
  • Page 28 LOCATION OF PARTS - HANDLE BAR Instrument cluster 2. Ignition cum steering lock 3. Master cylinder (front) 4. Ride mode switch 5. Engine cut off switch 6. Rear view mirror R Front brake lever 8. Throttle grip 9. Electric starter switch 10.
  • Page 29 LOCATION OF PARTS - VEHICLE LEFT SIDE Saree guard 2. Rear wheel axle 3. Rear shockabsorber L 4. Pillion foot rest L 5. Rider foot rest L 6. Side stand Center stand 8. Gear shift lever 9. Front wheel axle 10.
  • Page 30 LOCATION OF PARTS - VEHICLE RIGHT SIDE Disc plate front 2. Toner ring front 3. Front wheel axle nut 4. Wheel speed sensor front 5. Caliper assembly front 6. Location of spark plug Gauge oil level 8. Rear brake pedal 9.
  • Page 31 LOCATION OF PARTS - VEHICLE FRONT & REAR FRONT Turn signal lamp front L 2. LED head lamp assembly 3. Crash guard 4. Front position lamps 5. Turn signal lamp front R REAR Turn signal lamp rear R 2. Reflex reflector 3.
  • Page 32 CONTROL KEY Your TVS Apache RTR 160 comes with a pair of identical control keys. These keys are to operate ignition cum steering lock, fuel tank cap and cover frame R. IGNITION CUM STEERING LOCK The ignition cum steering lock enables and disables the electrical circuit and steering lock.
  • Page 33 HANDLE BAR LEFT SIDE Warning 1. Info switch Never attempt to move the vehicle when the steering is Info switch ‘ ‘ is used to cancel a incoming call, to locked, you may lose balance. clear a notification on cluster display, to start / stop the ‘LAP’...
  • Page 34 3. Turn signal lamp switch If the head lamp is already glowing in ‘High’ beam, the pass-by system will not work. When the turn signal switch is moved to left ’ ‘ or right ‘ ‘, the corresponding turn signal lamps 6.
  • Page 35 HANDLE BAR RIGHT SIDE Note Ensure to turn ‘ON’ the engine cut-off switch before starting the vehicle. Release the electric starter switch immediately after pressing. 3. Throttle grip It controls the fuel-air mixture supplied to the engine, which regulates the engine speed. Rotate the throttle grip in counter-clockwise from its idle position to increase the engine speed and vice-versa to reduce.
  • Page 36 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Connected Type) It controls a hydraulic circuit (ABS) that operates Your TVS Apache RTR 160 is provided with a fully the front brake system. The front brake is applied by digital instrument cluster with lots of features and pressing the front brake lever gently towards the grip.
  • Page 37 4. Immobilizer indicator ( If you notice an error message ‘CHECK SPEED SENSOR’ -NA- while the vehicle is in move, Contact nearest TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer 5. Low fuel indication ( for rectification.
  • Page 38 Glows when the vehicle is in neutral and goes ‘OFF’ in the system. Immediately contact the nearest if the gear is shifted from neutral. TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / 7. High beam indicator lamp ( Authorised Dealer. Glows when the head lamp is activated in high beam.
  • Page 39 If all the fuel level bars in the cluster are blinking and an error message ‘CHECK FUEL SENSOR’ When the fuel reaches half tank (6.5 liters approx.) blinks at bottom, contact nearest TVS Motor the fuel gauge displays only four bars as shown. Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer.
  • Page 40 13. Odometer / Trip meter A & B / Lap indicator 13b. Trip meter / High speed indicator / Shortest time indicator Trip meter indicates the trip distance travelled in The procedure for setting each mode is given in page kilometer or mile (as per the preferred settings).
  • Page 41 Press the ‘Info switch’ again to stop the current lap 13d. Notification area timer and to start a new lap. Existing lap timings will This is a general purpose notification area where the be displayed as shown below and continue to get ride mode information, error information, service due, updated whenever a new lap is started and stopped.
  • Page 42 Whenever the vehicle speed crosses the previously 13f. Shortest time indicator achieved high speed, a message ‘ACHIEVED HIGH Shortest time indicator records the minimum time SPEED’ will be popped-up and a trophy symbol will taken so far to reach 60 km/h or 40 mph speed be flashed to cheer your achievement when the (according to the preferred setting).
  • Page 43 14. Ride Modes TVS Apache RTR 160 has three different ride modes, select the desired ride mode by press the ride mode switch in right hand switch assembly (refer page no. 29). These pop-ups can be cancelled by pressing the ‘Info...
  • Page 44 14a. URBAN URBAN In ‘Urban’ mode, the engine and ABS braking system is modified to suit city on all types of roads riding condition. The max speed is limited to 97 km/h and the ABS braking is optimized. RAIN SPORT 14b.
  • Page 45 15. Shift RPM indicator / 16. Tachometer / 17. Trip Note F / 18. Gear shift indicator / 19. Service reminder Last selected mode will be retained during ignition key / 20. Low battery indicator ‘OFF’ and ‘ON’. Mode changes will be effected only when the throttle is closed after a mode change request.
  • Page 46 At this condition, the display automatically switches Note to the ‘TRIP F’ indicator after 0.5 km or 0.3 miles of Gear shifting suggestion changes in accordance with the run as per the preferred settings and ‘TRIP F’ meter different operating mode of the vehicle. starts counting from 0 km in km/h mode and 0 miles Shift RPM indicator does not work when the vehicle is in mph mode.
  • Page 47 Note battery charge is too low. Get the battery checked If you notice an error message ‘CHECK GEAR SENSOR’, at TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Contact nearest TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Authorised Dealer. Dealer / Authorised Dealer for rectification.
  • Page 48 MODE AND SET BUTTONS TRIP A Press MODE Button TRIP B Short press the Mode button to access the following modes: 1. ODO The Mode (A) and Set (B) buttons are provided to 2. TRIP 1 change between various modes and to set the some of the digital display functions of the instrument 3.
  • Page 49 On long pressing the Mode button, the following Setting the digital display modes can be accessed. Every press of the Mode button changes the display to other mode. Follow the below procedures to 1. SET mph MODE / SET km/h MODE change the display to desired mode.
  • Page 50 3. In ‘TRIP B’ meter mode, press the Mode button MPH and Km/h setting twice to enter high speed mode. On entering this 1. Ensure the display is in ‘ODO’ mode. mode, a message ‘ ‘ and 2. Press and hold the Mode button for few seconds last achieved high speed data will be displayed in till the display enters ‘...
  • Page 51 12 hours format, the hour format ‘AM’ or ‘PM’ Using the Bluetooth pairing mode the connected blinks. Else the clock will be ready for 24 hours instrument cluster of ‘TVS Apache RTR 160’ can format selection. be connected to your Android™ smart phones and 5.
  • Page 52 Steps to “Forget This Device” in iPhone: Note If the user needs to connect multiple iPhones with Maximum of 3 devices of Android phones can be auto- the single instrument cluster, the previous iPhone paired with the instrument cluster. has to be forgotten using ‘Forget This Device’ from Only one iPhone can be auto-paired with a single Bluetooth settings in the following manner: instrument cluster at a time.
  • Page 53 SETTINGS -> BLUETOOTH. To pair your Android smart phone or iPhone with 2. Select the instrument cluster, which was your TVS Apache RTR 160 motorcycle’s connected connected previously. instrument cluster, via Bluetooth, for the first time, follow the procedure as described below: 3.
  • Page 54 ‘OFF’ and ‘ON’, and the application also need to be restarted. Please remember that, all the smart phones are not compatible for pairing with the TVS Apache RTR 160 motorcycle’s connected instrument cluster. On pressing this icon, the app opens a screen...
  • Page 55 In case of Android phones with Android OS version above 8.0 for App to work seamlessly, any battery optimisation setting to be removed in the TVS Connect app and GPS shall be allowed to run in background in high accuracy mode.
  • Page 56 This is the default window when the connected Incase multiple SIM cards are used in smart phone, by instrument cluster of your TVS Apache RTR 160 is default, SIM 1’s network provider’s signal strength is connected with your smart phone using Bluetooth shown in the display of connected instrument cluster.
  • Page 57 The connected instrument cluster displays the total Once the navigation assist is turned ‘ON’, the display number of missed calls from the smart phone via of your TVS Apache RTR 160 motorcycle’s connected Bluetooth. instrument cluster enters into navigation window and displays the turn by turn navigation instruction with a simple and elegant graphical representation.
  • Page 58 Low fuel alert The customer also can choose to reject the request (by pressing the ‘Info switch’ on the handle bar for When the fuel level in the vehicle reaches below about 1 sec.). In that case, the previous display will reserve level, the app sends a low fuel alert to the remain in the cluster.
  • Page 59 Dedicated smart phone app is available in the Google Play and the Apple store for your TVS Apache RTR 160 and it can be installed in your Android smart phones and iPhones. To access the features of your TVS Apache RTR 160’s connected instrument cluster...
  • Page 60 Android OS version Kitkat (4.4) and 8. To save the last traveled route. above, iOS version 11 and above and the BLUETOOTH 9. To locate the last parked location of your TVS version 4.0 and above. Android and Google Play are Apache RTR 160.
  • Page 61 How to login On opening the TVS CONNECT app the following introductory screens will be displayed. You can login using your social media logins like FACEBOOK and GOOGLE+ or using your mobile number which has been registered already. If you are a new user then press the sign up tab where you will find various options for registering Move to the last screen where you will find the ‘SIGN...
  • Page 62 Home screen of the app opens. Note Please remember that the navigation License has Enter the OTP which is received from TVS Motor to be renewed after 5 years of vehicle purchase and Company Limited and submit. On submitting the renewal can be done by contacting nearest Dealer.
  • Page 63 Add vehicle LED HEAD LAMP Add vehicle tab allows you to add any of your TVS TVS Apache RTR 160 comes with a LED head lamp bikes by entering its chassis number. You can have which glows automatically when the ignition is sample view of the frame number and also you can turned ‘ON’.
  • Page 64 To avoid accumulation of water in the fuel tank, a small drain hole and a pipe is provided in the fuel tank Flush type fuel tank cap (1) is provided in TVS Apache lid cavity so that the water entering through the lid is RTR 160.
  • Page 65 This vehicle is fitted with Evaporative Emission during opening of fuel tank cap, immediately report Control System (EVAP). to the TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer. Caution Never fill fuel beyond the fuel tank inlet (1). Filling...
  • Page 66 To change it to the second gear, lift the lever up. Lifting the lever up repeatedly engages all the gears TVS Apache RTR 160 is equipped with a 5 speed in succession up to the fifth gear. constant mesh transmission. Neutral (N) position of the transmission is indicated by the warning light on the speedometer.
  • Page 67 AIR DUCT CATALYTIC CONVERTER TVS Apache RTR 160 is designed with a air duct TVS Apache RTR 160 has a dual catalytic converter bellow the fuel tank and just above cylinder head to reduce and to meet the emission norms. Muffler...
  • Page 68 Do not accelerate while turning. Note Rear brake pedal position can be set to your convenience. Contact your TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer for setting the brake pedal position. Incase of rear drum brake model, after setting...
  • Page 69 STANDS Warning TVS Apache RTR 160 is equipped with a center (1) Park the motorcycle safely on a solid ground. On slopes, and side stand (2). To place the vehicle on the center engage the first gear and park the vehicle in such a way stand, hold the handle bar left grip with left hand and that the front wheel faces uphill.
  • Page 70 COVER FRAME R To assemble the cover frame back TVS Apache RTR 160 is provided with a lockable cover 1. Locate the lugs of the cover frame at (2) & (3) to frame on the right side for accessing the battery, rear the holes provided in the fuel tank assembly and disc brake fluid reservoir and seat lock cable.
  • Page 71 Caution It is recommended to use the tool kit in case of any emergency only. It is always advisable to take your vehicle to TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer. Warning Do not remove the tool kit and first aid kit from the vehicle.

  • Page 72: Riding Your Tvs Apache Rtr 160

    RIDING YOUR TVS APACHE RTR 160 PRE RIDE INSPECTION Check the following items before riding ITEM WHAT TO CHECK FOR Engine cum transmission oil Availability of oil upto the level (page no. Fuel Enough fuel for the planned distance of running...
  • Page 73 STARTING THE ENGINE SETTING THE VEHICLE IN MOTION Press the clutch lever and engage first gear by As you turn the ignition switch to the ’ON’ position, pressing the gearshift lever down. the instrument cluster and the warning lights will go through the self-diagnostic cycle.
  • Page 74 Riding on hills/gradients Warning When climbing steep hills, the motorcycle may begin Since the engine and exhaust system becomes very to slow down and show lack of power. At this point hot, make sure to park the vehicle in a place where the rider should shift to a lower gear so that the the pedestrians or children are not likely to touch the engine will again be operating in its normal power...
  • Page 75 FUEL RECOMMENDATION Caution Use only BS VI petrol with minimum RON 91. Never mix oil and petrol in the fuel tank. Always fill fuel BS VI petrol containing upto 10% of ethanol by from reputed and reliable fuel stations. volume can be used. Higher ethanol content in petrol can CHECKS AND TIPS FOR IMPROVING FUEL ECONOMY...
  • Page 76 Get it replaced Clutch at regular intervals as per the maintenance schedule. Always use TVS TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil only Increase in engine speed during acceleration and (SAE 10W 30 API-SL, JASO MA2). constant speed running, without increase in vehicle speed indicates clutch slip.
  • Page 77 Chain slackness Note Check and ensure drive chain slackness. Excess The on-road mileage of TVS Apache RTR 160 is slackness leads to higher fuel consumption (refer dependent on several factors like road condition, quality page no. 92).

  • Page 78: Maintenance

    Fi components, 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 your TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer.
  • Page 79 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (months or km whichever occurs earlier) In free service After free service Item Service Every Every Remarks 500 - 750 2500 - 3000 5000 - 6000 8500 - 9000 11500 - 12000 3000 km 6000 km Period from the date of sale 1 month 3 months 6 months...
  • Page 80 Recharge if necessary ** Clean the drive chain with TVS TRU SPRAY Chain Cleaner and apply TRU SPRAY Chain Lube as frequently as every 500 km for better chain life and smooth vehicle running (refer page 92 for details). Check drive chain, rear sprocket and engine sprocket for wear. If any part is worn, replace the same.
  • Page 81 In free service After free service Item Service Every Every Remarks 500 - 750 2500 - 3000 5000 - 6000 8500 - 9000 11500 - 12000 3000 km 6000 km Period from the date of sale 1 month 3 months 6 months 9 months 12 months...
  • Page 82 Inspect for the proper operation of side stand and lubricate using TRU4 oil ** Check for abnormal vehicle jerk / noise while opening the cap / leak. If found any, contact TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer or Authorised Dealer.
  • Page 83 MANUFACTURER BRAND Engine cum transmission oil 1000 ml (after draining) TVS Motor Company TVS TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil 1100 ml (after disassembly) (SAE 10W30 API-SL, JASO MA2) Front fork oil 140 ± 2 ml / leg (Gabriel make) IOC / Castrol Teleshockab oil 152 ±...
  • Page 84 2. Check the battery voltage. If the voltage measured 6. Incase of any abnormality or for removal of battery is less than 12.4 Volts, charge the battery using from the vehicle, contact TVS Motor Company TVS Motor Company Limited recommended Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer.
  • Page 85 Recommendations to maintain battery health c. Alternatively, battery connecting wires (positive and negative wires) can be disconnected and during prolonged parking conditions fasteners can be secured with battery terminals.* While your vehicle is parked for prolonged duration, 2. During Storage battery continues to discharge and if left unattended can get completely discharged.
  • Page 86 • Recharge battery voltage below 12.4 Volts. • Valve Regulate Lead Acid (VRLA) / Lead Acid batteries are prone to water damage. Any water entry, through vents or otherwise; will result in irreparable damage to the battery or the vehicle. Warning Battery develop explosive gases.
  • Page 87 FUSE REPLACEMENT Good Fuse Blown Fuse The electrical components of your motorcycle are protected by four fuses. Out of which three fuses are housed inside a fuse box and located below the seat assembly (at right side). One fuse is located below the cover frame above the battery.
  • Page 88 4. Turn ‘ON’ the ignition lock and check for proper functioning of electrical and ABS system. lncase if the fuse fails again, consult the nearest TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer. Caution Do not use vehicle by shorting the wires without a fuse.
  • Page 89 Visually inspect the spark plug gap. The gap should ENGINE CUM TRANSMISSION OIL be 0.5 to 0.7 mm. If the gap is found to be more than Check the engine cum transmission oil level the limit replace the spark plug with a new one. periodically.
  • Page 90 8. If the oil level is below the minimum level, top up services for better life of the clutch plates. with TVS TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil (SAE 10W The free play of the clutch lever should be 7 to 12 mm...
  • Page 91 After adjusting free play properly, if there is a clutch slip 3. Adjust the clutch cable adjusting nut (1) ‘in’ or or there is difficulty in shifting gear, visit your TVS Motor ‘out’ to give sufficient play in the clutch lever.
  • Page 92 REAR SHOCK ABSORBER TVS Apache RTR 160 is provided with triple rated, 5 step adjustable, monotube inverted gas filled rear shock absorbers to meet different road and load. There are 5 notches for adjusting spring load. SOFT HARD If the spring is adjusted to the minimum notch, then the shock absorber will be softer which is good for light loads.
  • Page 93 (4) and the toner ring (5) to the front wheel. Also TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / you can observe a high pressure hose connecting Authorised Dealer for topping-up the brake fluid, the master cylinder to the HECU of ABS system air bleeding and other brake related inspections.
  • Page 94 (2) below TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / the cover frame R, a caliper assembly (3) fitted on the Authorised Dealer for topping-up the brake fluid, rear wheel axle, a disc (4) to the rear wheel and a high air bleeding and other brake related inspections.
  • Page 95 Lack of maintenance of the brake system increases the risk of accident. If you notice any malfunction in brake Warning system contact nearest TVS Motor Company Authorised The tyre inflation pressure in cold condition and the Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer.
  • Page 96 Tyre tread condition Tyre puncture Operating the vehicle with excessively worn tyres TVS Apache RTR 160 is fitted with a tubeless tyre will decrease riding stability and can lead to loss of on both front and rear wheel. lncase of any puncture control.
  • Page 97 Tyre maintenance tips Inflation Pressure Check - Condition Within Within 1 km 5 km Note If vehicle is in hold condition for long time • Need movement of vehicle to avoid particular spot of tyre not to touch the ground for more than week time. •...
  • Page 98 Shake the TVS TRU SPRAY chain cleaner bottle well. • Rotate the rear tyre so as the chain, front and rear sprockets rotate along with it. Apply TVS Warning TRU SPRAY chain cleaner front and sideways. Riding with improperly adjusted chain / high slackness...
  • Page 99 3. After the chain is completely dry, apply TVS TRU4 4. Place a support below the frame to prevent Chain Lub by rotating the rear wheel by hand in vehicle from falling and lift the vehicle up.
  • Page 100 2. Take out the caliper assembly by dislocating it Warning from the disc and the swing arm lug. Carefully Ensure proper seating of disc in the caliper assembly hang the caliper assembly in the swing arm itself. while reassembling the wheel. Ensure to re-fix the 3.
  • Page 101 Caution Do not park the vehicle on a slope or soft ground or else it may fall. During storage, the battery must be recharged on a TVS Motor Company recommended battery charger atleast once in a month.
  • Page 102 1. Complete tool kit / first aid kit required. 2. Recommended spark plug one number. 3. Fill the engine cum transmission TVS TRU4 FULLY 3. Head lamp bulb and turn signal lamp bulb SYNTHETIC (SAE 10W30 API-SL, JASO MA2) oil each one number.
  • Page 103 7 . Slackness and lubrication of chain (page no. 16. Have your vehicle checked at any TVS 92). Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer. 8. Front / rear brake functioning and rear brake lamp switch adjustment. 9. Front fork for any abnormality.

  • Page 104: Warranty And Services

    (with Ride Mode) manufactured by the Company. While the Company has taken every care to maintain quality in the manufacture of the TVS Apache RTR 160 (with Ride Mode), the above said warranty is subject to other terms of warranty: ...
  • Page 105 Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer the Service Handbook for the concerned vehicle for verification of relevant details. 8. This is the only warranty given by the Company for the TVS Apache RTR 160 (with Ride Mode). No employee, Dealer or other person is authorised to extend or enlarge this warranty.
  • Page 106 List of parts not covered under warranty ITEM WHAT TO CHECK FOR Normal Maintenance Operations Engine tune-up, decarbonizing, fuel system cleaning, oil changes, head light focusing, fastener retightening, ignition timing, clutch and brakes as well as other normal adjustments. Wear and Tear Items Chain, sprockets, clutch and brake linings, fasteners, shims, washers, oil seals, gaskets, O’...
  • Page 107 Others Factors Vehicles on which any warranty service including scheduled paid service is not availed when it falls due (at TVS Motor Company Authorised Main Dealer / Authorised Dealer). Vehicles sold or transferred by original retail purchaser. Vehicles used for racing or any competition or used otherwise than for ordinary personal transportation.

  • Page 108: Service Information

    SERVICE INFORMATION There are twenty one services for TVS Apache RTR 160 (with Ride Mode) during warranty period. Of these, the first five are free services for which labour charges are free. In addition to these five free services, we have a scheme of sixteen pay services.
  • Page 109 PLANNED SERVICE SCHEDULE (kms or month whichever of the two occurs early) Sl. No. SERVICE TYPE MONTHS 1st service 500 ~750 1 month 2nd service 2500 ~ 3000 3 months 3rd service 5000 ~ 6000 6 months Free 4th service 8500 ~ 9000 9 months 5th service...
  • Page 110 Sl. No. SERVICE TYPE MONTHS 17th service 47500 ~ 48000 48 months 18th service 50500 ~ 51000 51 months 19th service 53500 ~ 54000 54 months 20th service 56500 ~ 57000 57 months 21st service 59500 ~ 60000 60 months Note Free services enables the customer to avail the service at free of labour charges.

  • Page 111: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION TVS APACHE RTR 160 (With Ride Mode) TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED MANUFACTURER P .B. No1, Bythahalli, Kadakola post, Mysore - 571 311, India. ENGINE Type Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Air cooled SOHC, fuel injection Cylinder bore 62 mm Stroke 52.9 mm...
  • Page 112 DESCRIPTION TVS APACHE RTR 160 (With Ride Mode) TRANSMISSION Clutch Wet - multiplate type Gear shift pattern 1 down and 4 up Primary transmission Helical gears Secondary transmission Chain and sprockets GEAR RATIO I gear 2.917 II gear 1.857 III gear 1.333...
  • Page 113 DESCRIPTION TVS APACHE RTR 160 (With Ride Mode) CHASSIS Kerb weight (with toolkit and 90% of 138 kg fuel) Pay load 130 kg Maximum laden weight 268 kg Steering angle 36° (both sides) Caster angle 26 ° Frame Double Cradle Synchro STIFF...
  • Page 114 DESCRIPTION TVS APACHE RTR 160 (With Ride Mode) TYRE Front 90/90-17 49P (Tubeless) Rear 120/80-17 57P (Tubeless) Front tyre pressure** 1.75 kg/cm² (25 psi) Rear tyre pressure - Solo** 2.00 kg/cm² (28 psi) Rear tyre pressure - Dual** 2.25 kg/cm² (32 psi)
  • Page 115 DESCRIPTION TVS APACHE RTR 160 (With Ride Mode) ELECTRICAL Tail / brake lamp LED lamps (0.5W max / 3.5W max) Turn signal lamp 12V,10W x 4 Number plate lamp 12V, 5W x 1 Instrument panel LCD / LED indicators Horn...
  • Page 116 BS VI petrol with minimum RON 91 (containing upto 10% of ethanol by Fuel volume) Engine cum transmission oil grade TVS TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC OIL (SAE 10W30 API-SL, JASO MA2) 1000 ml (after draining) Engine cum transmission oil qty 1100 ml (after disassembly)

  • Page 117: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION Dear Customer, It is mandatory under the Motor Vehicles Act to insure all motor vehicles. No motor vehicle can be used in a public place without a valid policy of insurance issued by an authorised insurer. Driving a motor vehicle without any such insurance is an offense under Motor Vehicles Act.

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