TVS Raider was launched earlier this week. The TVS Raider 125 deliveries have already commenced. According to the latest report, TVS is also set to launch the Raider 125 in the Nepalese market in the coming weeks. With this TVS has now entered into the competitive 125cc bike segment. The bike is available in two variants the entry-level bike gets drum brakes and the second gets disc brakes. It also comes with an optional 5-inch TFT cluster which offers Bluetooth Connectivity and Voice Assist.
The new bike will be available in four colours: Striking Red, Blazing Blue, Wicked Black, and Fiery Yellow. The TVS Raider comes with a fully digital instrument cluster with 17-inch alloy wheels. It is also the only bike here to sport a halogen headlight in the 125 cc segment while the others get LED units. Talking about price, TVS Raider 125 price in Nepal is yet to be revealed. The bike will also get two riding modes: Eco and Power. The new 125cc bikes will compete against the likes of Bajaj, Hero, and Honda. Here’s how the Raider compares against the Bajaj Pulsar 125, Hero Glamour, and Honda SP 125.
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 globally, Radhakrishnan added.
TVS Raider vs Rivals: Engine Comparison:
| Summary | TVS Raider 125 | Hero Glamour 125 | Honda SP 125 | Bajaj Pulsar 125 |
| Engine | 124.8cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine | 124.7cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine | 123.94cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine | 124.4cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine |
| Power | 11.38 hp at 7,500rpm | 10.85 hp at 7,500rpm | 10.88 hp at 7,500rpm | 11.8 hp at 8,500rpm |
| Torque | 11.2Nm at 6,000rpm | 10.6Nm at 6,000rpm | 10.9Nm at 6,000rpm | 10.8Nm at 6,500rpm |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 5-Speed | 5-Speed | 5-Speed |
TVS Raider vs Rivals: Chassis Comparison:
| Summary | TVS Raider 125 | Hero Glamour 125 | Honda SP 125 | Bajaj Pulsar 125 |
| Kerb Weight | 123kg | 123kg | 117kg | 140kg |
| Wheelbase | 1326 mm | 1273 mm | 1285 mm | 1320 mm |
| Front Brakes | 240mm disc | 240mm disc | 240mm disc | 240mm disc |
| Rear Brakes | 130mm drum | 130mm drum | 130mm drum | 130mm drum |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Preload-adjustable monoshock | Preload-adjustable twin shock absorbers | Preload-adjustable twin shock absorbers | Preload-adjustable twin shock absorbers |
| Front Tyres | 80/100-17 | 80/100-18 | 80/100-18 | 80/100-17 |
| Rear TYres | 100/90-17 | 100/80-18 | 80/100-18 | 100/90-17 |
| Fuel capacity | 10 Litres | 10 Litres | 11 Litres | 11.5 Litres |
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