TVS Raider is launched: 125cc bike with under-seat space for Generation Z

TVS Motors launched in India the TVS Raider, its 125cc motorcycle designed for the youngsters of Generation Z. The model arrives with an under-seat space, as well as an LCD panel (optional in TFT 5″) and riding modes.

The TVS Raider’s main highlight is its under-seat space, something usually seen only on scooters. It is possible to carry small objects, and it is located under the passenger seat.

Another highlight of this street bike is its ‘inverted’ LCD panel, with complete information including gear indicator and riding modes (Eco and Power). There will be an optional 5″ TFT panel version with TVS SMARTXONNECT, offering Bluetooth connectivity, voice assistance and GPS navigation.

In addition, TVS Raider has a mono-shock rear suspension, front brake disc, three-valve engine, electronic injection and TVS IntelliGO, which is the start/stop system that turns off the engine at traffic lights to save fuel. With that, according to the brand, the bike is capable of reaching up to 67 km/L.

The model has a modern and aggressive design, with a sporty touch. The headlamp has LED lighting and the taillight, also in LED, has a distinctive, highly recognizable design. The fuel tank is very sporty, with a strip on top.

The engine is a 125 cm³ single cylinder with air and oil cooling, capable of generating up to 8.37 kW (11.22 HP) of maximum power at 7,500 rpm and 11.2 Nm (1.13 kgfm) of torque at 6,000 rpm. It works together with a 5-speed gearbox that allows, according to the brand, to go from 0-60 km/h in 5.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 99 km/h.

Anyway, TVS Raider will be sold globally and is offered in India starting from Rs. 77,500 (ex-showroom, Delhi), approximately US $1,052 in a direct conversion. It will be available in drum and disc variant, and will come in a color selection of Striking Red, Blazing Blue, Wicked Black and Fiery Yellow.

Comments from the CEO and Vice President of TVS

Commenting on the launch, Mr. KN Radhakrishnan, Director & CEO, TVS Motor Company, said, “TVS Motor Company caters to customers across almost every continent. We are happy to add a new global motorcycle platform to our portfolio with the TVS Raider, which is designed for the young, digitally native Gen Z. True to its target segment, it is equipped with cutting-edge in vehicle and connected technology. I am confident that TVS Raider shall be the preferred choice for our young consumers both in India and globally.”

Mr. Aniruddha Haldar, Vice President (Marketing) – Commuters, Corporate Brand & Dealer Transformation, TVS Motor Company, said, “TVS Motor Company has long recognised Gen Z as a key consumer cohort. Some of the favourite brands of Gen Z come from our stable, like in EV – TVS iQUBE and the TVS Racing born TVS Apache series and TVS NTORQ 125. We will again seize their imagination with the TVS Raider and its Naked Street Styling, best-in-class Acceleration with Ride Modes and mono-shock based ride-handling together with the TVS intelliGO and ETFi led mileage performance. I am sure our customers would appreciate the distinctive ride character of the TVS Raider; its one-of-a-kind animalistic headlight and the first-in-segment reverse LCD cluster. We will also offer a SMARTXONNECTTM variant with Bluetooth Connectivity, Navigation and Voice Assist. In the words of the Gen Z, TVS Raider is A WICKED RIDE!”

For more information, visit https://www.tvsmotor.com/.