TVS Raider 125 is a very style-and-sporty premium commuter bike. It has an exquisite design, latest features, a 124.8cc engine, and is fully capable of giving strong competition to top-ranking 125cc bikes, including Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 and Honda SP 125.
This motorcycle stands on three mainstays: milage, handling, and great pricing that would make it an ideal companion for home-to-office duties and highway rides. We will look in greater detail below at its specification, features, price, and others.
Specifications & Performance of the Engine
Displacement: The engine of the TVS Raider 125 draws its power from a 124.8cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine with three valves.
Power & Torque: It puts out 11.2 bhp at 7500 rpm and a peak torque of 11.2 Nm at 6000 rpm, thus providing the right amount of balance between power and fuel economy.
Top Speed: The motorcycle has a top speed of 99 kmph, which will be great for the daily commuters in towns and cities.
Acceleration: TVS claims Raider 125 does 0 to 60 kmph in 5.9 seconds. Considering its class, that’s pretty quick.
Fuel Efficiency: It is pretty fuel-efficient, considering an ARAI mileage of 56.7 kmpl and owner-reported mileage of around 57 kmpl.
Transmission: Raider 125 has a 5-speed constant-mesh manual gearbox, and it follows a pattern of 1-down 4-up.
Fuel Capacity: The Fuel Tank capacity is 10 litres. It will keep you going for approximately 570 km.
Brakes, Suspension, and Handling
Front Suspension: It contains telescopic forks in the front for maximum stability on bad roads.
Rear Suspension: Mono shock with 5-step preload adjustment- increased comfort for the rider.
Brakes: The motorcycle is available in disc and drum brake variants. The front brake is a 240mm disc while the rear uses a 130mm drum brake. CBS ensures safety.
Wheels and Tyres: The Raider 125 is fitted with sporty alloy wheels, these come fitted with tubeless tyres that promise strength and hence safe performance on the road.
Dimensions and Build
Weight: Raider 125 has a mass of 123 kg, making it agile and easy to handle within traffic.
Seat Height: The 780 mm of seat height makes it comfortable for riders of different heights.
Ground Clearance: With a ground clearance of 180 mm, it smoothly negotiates speed bumps and rough surfaces.
Chassis: Overall length comes to 2070 mm, making it a well-balanced frame for commuting through both cities and long-distance riding.
Technology and Features
Instrument Console: The Raider 125 use all-digital instrument consoles indicating speedometer, fuel, trip meters, and much more.
Lightning: Raider 125 has LED under headlight, DRLs, and tail lights to add to the visibility.
USB Charging: It features a USB charging port for a charge on the go.
Ride Modes: This motorcycle comes with two riding modes: Eco and Power.
Additional Features: SmartXonnect gets Colour TFT display, Bluetooth connectivity, Voice assist, Navigation, and Call/Message Alerts.
Price and Variant
Variant: The TVS Raider 125 is available in four variants:
- Raider 125 Single Seat Disc: ₹ 97,067
- Raider 125 Disc: ₹ 98,752
- Raider 125 Super Squad Edition: ₹ 1,01,968
- Raider 125 SmartXonnect: ₹ 1,07,415
Colour Options: it is available in Striking Red, Blazing Blue, Wicked Black and Fiery Yellow.
Competition
Bajaj Pulsar NS 125: The other popular bike in the 125cc category, offering comparable power but with a different price tag.
Honda SP 125: Selling on the basis of its fuel efficiency and Honda’s reliability, this is one strong competitor to the Raider 125.
Hero Xtreme 125: An all-new entrant with modern styling and competitive pricing, in a bid to take on the Raider’s dominance.
Warranty and Service
Warranty: TVS provides a standard warranty of 5 years or 60,000 km keeping in mind hassle-free ownership of the bike.
Service Intervals: The motorcycle needs the first service in the range 750-1000 km along with subsequent services at 6000 km and 12,000 km each.