The TVS Radeon is a commuter motorcycle designed for the very practical, comfort-conscious, and affordable lot. It boasts of a 109.7 cc engine and gives rather reliable performance with great fuel efficiency. Three variants, from ₹94,419 to ₹1.03 Lakh, have crammed into these features everything that people might need to travel every day. From the roughest safety features to its gentle and comfortable designs, this bike promises to take on both urban and rural roads quite lightly.
TVS Radeon Variants, Price, and Specifications
Variants and Pricing- TVS Radeon has three variants and the price ranges from ₹94,419 for BS6 Special Edition up to ₹1.03 Lakh in Dual Tone Disc variant.
Engine and Performance
The bike is equipped with a 109.7 cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, fuel-injection, air-cooled engine.
It generates 8.08 bhp @ 7350 rpm power and 8.7 Nm @ 4500 rpm torque thus giving smooth efficient ride.
The bike comes equipped with a 4-speed gearbox and yields mileage of 73.68 kmpl, thereby being even more fuel-efficient for daily use.
Dimensions
- Length: 2025 mm
- Width: 705 mm
- Height: 1080 mm
- Wheelbase: 1265 mm
- Ground Clearance: 180 mm
- Kerb Weight: 113 kg
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 10 litres
Safety and Comfort Features in TVS Radeon
Safety Features
Comes with Hazard Warning Indicator, that offers great visibility in case of emergency.
Automatic Headlight On (AHO ensures that headlight is always operational with running engine for better safety on roads.
Wet Multiplate Slipper Clutch and Synchronized Braking Technology (SBT) for better braking.
Some of the other notable Safety Features include Pillion Grabrail, Pass Light and Halogen Bulb Turn Signal.
Comfort Features
The bike features a Digital Instrument Console that comes with indications such as Average Speed, Low Battery, Service Reminder and Side Stand indicators.
USB Charger Port- This port will charge your devices on the go, adding to the practicality.
Two types of start- Kick Start and Electric Start- Dual-Start for comfort.
Pillion Footrest- this has been designed to ensure the comfort of a pillion rider for long rides.
TVS Radeon Suspension and Body Design
Suspension System
Front suspension- equipped with Telescopic Shock Absorbers and 2.75 x 18 front tyre for better handling and shock absorption.
5-Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers are fitted at the rear suspension, and a 3.00 x 18 rear tyre, so that it tends to flow smoothly even on tougher terrains.
Frame and Build
Single Cradle Tubular Frame-The frame is built in such a way that the durability and stability factors are met.
Alloy Wheels add beauty to the bike besides improving its rideability on various road conditions.
Final Words on the TVS Radeon
The TVS Radeon performs pretty well on the scales of price, performance, and practical features. A powerful yet fuel-efficient engine coupled with a decent safety pack and comfort features constitutes a very compelling proposition for commutes alone.
Even against the Hero Splendor Plus and the Bajaj CT 125X, the Radeon is to be seen as its own proposition-fusion of style and performance, though certainly not the most reliable one.