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FI for apache RTR 160:
While the TVS competetiors not yet relieved from the RTR shock, TVS has added another flavour to its apache. The long awaited fuel injection(FI) engine for Apache RTR 160 is finally here. The Apache RTR 160 FI is the third bike to get this innovative technology after Hero Honda glamour FI and Pulsar 220cc FI.
Because of the new electronic fuel injection, the new Apache RTR 160 FI develops 15.7bhp (0.8bhp less than the pulsar 180cc). The new EFI(Electronic Fuel Injection) technology employs an electronic control unit that is combined with sensors, a fuel pump and a main injector. The EFI technology will offer the beast the not only the necessary power and performance but also make the cold starting easily(cold starting is the prominent issue with TVS products). You can also expect the gentle release in power which enables the smoother acceleration, minimal power loss while shifting gears in the new apache RTR 160 FI. The additional advantage with the fuel injection technology is you can hold on the apache RTR FI near its top speed.The new Apache RTR 160 FI can reach a top speed of 121 kmph(3kmph more than the carburetted apache RTR). While pricing has not been announced, this variant is expected to be about Rs 5,000 more compared with the non-EFI model.
Star city’s new avatar – star city 110cc:
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TVS star city – india’s first 100cc bike with electric/button start now enters the 110cc segment. Because of the slumped sales TVS has stopped the prouduction of its 110cc victor earlier this year. TVS will reenter the 110cc segment through the new star city currently dominated by Bajaj’s discover 112cc. The new star city sports a new 110cc CVTi engine that combines swirl and tumble motion to achieve a very high in-cylinder charge leading to improved combustion. In addition, TVS has applied its VTi technology consisting of fuel cut-off on deceleration and significantly reduced friction to improve the overall fuel efficiency of this bike. With these superior techonologies, we can expect a better blend of mileage and performance capability from the new 110cc star city. For its debut in the 110cc segment, the new star city not only gets a new engine but also with some cosmetic changes. Star city’s peer Bajaj discover 112cc is available for a price of Rs39000(exshowroom Mumbai). The new star city is exepected to be priced on similar line.
update: 110 star city – new features
The new 110 cc StaR City comes in eye pleasing colours with new refreshing graphics, which adds to the contemporary design of the motorcycle. Its styling is superior with the bike having a bigger and sportier look with a new speed console and with the legendary StaR assurance of a 5 year warranty a reassurance of top quality undertaking by the company. Additionally, the new 110cc StaR City offers the option of an Electric Start and alloy wheels, a backlit speedo with fuel gauge, econometer for better mileage and
ride switch shocks for a truly smooth ride