TVS Ronin 125 air-cooled single-cylinder motor is estimated to have an influence output someplace between 11 and 12 hp

Opposite to the overall perception that TVS’ upcoming neo-classic cruiser will pack a motor displacing upwards of 200 cc, it seems to be a modest 125 cc runabout. A pair of pictures of the TVS Ronin 125 which is scheduled to be unveiled on sixth of July has been leaked on-line. TVS Ronin 125 pictures have been discovered on the official TVS web site by Shreyas Sreedhar.

Whereas the precise displacement has not been formally revealed but, the pictures reveal a compact air-cooled single-cylinder motor. Newest studies strongly point out that it’s a 125 cc mill. If that’s the case, it’s extremely doubtless that the upcoming TVS Ronin 125 is predicated on the not too long ago launched Raider 125.

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TVS Ronin 125 – Overview

The TVS Ronin 125 adopts a neo-classic bodystyle which is a crossover between a standard low-slung cruiser and a rugged scrambler. The bodywork features a slender gas tank with pronounced knee indents, old-school aspect panels and no tailpiece. The twin-tone color scheme and black completed engine and wheels enhances the motorbike’s aesthetic enchantment.

Regardless that the Ronin carries a puny engine, the bike declares itself as a participant within the premium section with its sturdy gold completed inverted telescopic entrance forks, alloy wheels, thick tyres and a full LED headlamp which is characterised by a T-shaped LED daytime working mild. The motorbike is provided with a single spherical instrument cluster and LED flip indicators.

We predict it’s a totally digital unit which is more likely to incorporate cell phone connectivity, TVS SmartXonnect system. The brown saddle, chunky exhaust canister, entrance and rear disc brakes are different noteworthy components.

The most recent TVS 125 cc motorbike derives its inspiration from the Zeppelin cruiser idea which was showcased on the Auto Expo 2018 however there are essential variations. For example, the idea employed a liquid-cooled motor, spoke wheels and a full fledged tailpiece that are all lacking on the production-spec mannequin.

The premium 125 cc section is an under-served house in our market and TVS is aiming to create a distinct segment for itself with the Ronin 125. The tools degree signifies that the motorbike could possibly be priced from round Rs 1 lakh (ex-showroom).

Whereas it’s a steep price ticket for a 125 cc, it might nonetheless be considerably undercutting its potential rival, the KTM RC 125. We predict TVS is probably to go together with a combi-braking system as a substitute of ABS to maintain the price in examine.

TVS Raider 125 is priced within the vary of Rs 85k to Rs 90k. It’s powered by a 125cc single cylinder motor that delivers about 11.5 hp energy and 11.2 Nm torque through a 5 pace gearbox. The upcoming TVS Ronin can be more likely to have the identical specs.

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Increased displacement variants coming?

Provided that TVS Motor has time-proven 160 and 200 cc motors at its disposal, future variant extensions of the Ronin couldn’t be dominated out. In truth, a 200 cc model of this physique model could be an instantaneous hit among the many younger viewers.

If TVS manages to generate first rate gross sales volumes for the Ronin 125, it might immediate different OEMs like Hero Motocorp and Bajaj to look carefully at this sub-segment.