TVS Apache RTR 200 4V 2021 User manual

Thank you for choosing the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V (with ABS / non ABS).

It features new decals, an LED headlamp, a secure wave bite key with over 9,000 combination, high performance radial

tyres, a refreshed colour look and convenient feather touch start technology.

Dear Racer,

The performance machine also comes with a 1st-in-class Race Tuned Slipper Clutch technology & Single-Channel ABS.

The Slipper clutch enables quick downshifts to attack every corner on the track while the ABS and recovery of the wheel

lock achieving superior braking performance.

There’s always a deep connection between man and race machine. The TVS Apache RTR 2004V takes that connection

to another level, with TVS SmartXonnect - a Bluetooth based connection between your smartphone and race machine

that provides call and SMS notifications, turn-by-turn navigation and comprehensive racing statistics to give you a

winning edge.

As a proud owner of the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, you are now part of the 3.5 million strong TVS Racing families.

This manual explains the features and operations of your TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. Please read it carefully and follow the

instructions to enjoy the ultimate racing experience. To prolong your journey on the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, we urge

you to get your services only at TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributors or Dealers / Authorised Service Centers.

Here’s to your new lap on the Apache RTR 200 4V.

TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

FOREWORD

Always keep your Owner‘s Manual in the motorcycle and give it to the new owner if you ever sell your TVS Apache RTR

200 4V.

Take time to familiarize yourself with your TVS Apache RTR 200 4V and its performance characteristics.

This Owner‘s Manual contains a host of useful information. Please take the time to read this manual before you ride your

new TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. Get familiarised with the operation of your motorcycle for maximum safety and pleasure.

The better you know your vehicle, the more pleasure you will experience riding your new vehicle. Ensure that anyone

else riding your TVS Apache RTR 200 4V does the same.

All information, illustrations, photographs and specifications contained in this owner's manual are based on the

latest product information available at the time of this publication. TVS Motor Company Limited may, however,

incorporate modifications or improvements on its vehicles at any time without notice, and therefore, in such

events it is possible that the relevant part of the owner‘s manual does not apply to your vehicle.

Prior permission of TVS Motor Company Limited is required for quoting, copying or reproducing any part of this owner's

manual.

Part Number : NF210640 Revision 1, June 2020

NOTICE

Note

Disregarding this message might result in injury to the rider or deadly accidents.

This message indicates special procedures or precautions to be followed to avoid damage to the vehicle.

This message provides further clarification for clear understanding of any particular information.

Caution

Warning

Note

You will find important safety information in following form in this manual. These words carry the following connotations:

Operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility of the rider. To help you make decisions on safety, we have

provided necessary operating procedure and other information in this manual. This information alerts you on potential

hazards that could hurt you or others. Since it is not possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating

or maintaining the vehicle, you must use your own judgement.

SAFETY INFORMATION

III

CONTENTS

Riding your TVS Apache RTR 200 4V 54

Running-in information 01

Safe riding tips 06

Know your TVS Apache RTR 200 4V 10

Service record sheet 81

Maintenance 60

Technical specifications 84

Antilock braking system 02

The reliability and performance of your motorcycle depends on the special care and restrain exercised during the

running-in period. It is especially important that you avoid operating the engine in high speed (RPM), which could expose

the engine parts to excessive stress. Recommended speed during the running-in is:

Maximum 50 km/h speed upto 750 km (vary the engine speed for better mating of parts).

The first service at 500 ~ 750 km is most important. During running-in period all the engine components and other parts

will have set in. All adjustments to be restored, all fasteners to be tightened. Engine cum transmission oil to be replaced.

Timely performance of the first service will ensure optimum service life and performance from the engine.

The first 1000 km is a crucial part of your motorcycle. Proper running-in operation during this period helps in ensuring a

maximum life and smooth performance of your motorcycle.

Replacing the engine cum transmission oil during first service is most important for better life of engine. Always use TVS

TRU4 FULLY SYNTHETIC oil (SAE 10W30 API-SL, JASO MA2) for better performance and life.

RUNNING-IN INFORMATION

Caution

SINGLE CHANNEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)

How does the ABS understands the wheel locking?

Your motorcycle is fitted with a single channel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) in the front brake system which is

designed to prevent skidding and help riders to maintain steering control during emergency-stopping situation in dry or

wet roads, loose gravels etc.

So what the ABS does is actually limiting the braking force exerted by the rider by either squeezing the lever and keep the

wheel spinning. Once the imminence of the locking (and therefore skidding) is avoided, the system re-applies the

maximum braking force until the next skid is anticipated. By limiting the max force of the braking maneuver, the ABS

systems practically allow riders to use the greatest stopping force possible without locking the front wheels.

The ABS uses continuous wheel speed monitoring system; wheel speed sensor and toner ring and a Hydraulic

Electronic Control Unit (HECU).

During normal operation the ABS works similar to a normal brake, but functions only when the wheel tends to lock up.

The speed sensors fitted on front wheel measures the rotational speed of the wheel, when the wheel speed reduces

rapidly i.e. wheel tends to lock, the HECU modulates the pressure in the brake circuit and thereby prevents the wheel

from locking.

The slipping wheels on a riding surface results in losing control of whole motorcycle which usually occurs in fractions of a

second. Restoring traction while keeping the bike balanced is only a result of luck, or extreme training, as is the case of

professional stunt riders who drift. Preventing the wheels from slipping due to excessive braking force compensates

losing control and help the rider to maneuver the vehicle and to avoid accidents.

When a rider applies the front brakes continuously as he detects a dangerous obstacle in dry or wet roads, loose gravels

etc. transmits an excessive brake force to the wheel. This excessive force may cause the wheel to stop spinning and

leads to lose of road grip. With no firm contact between the tire’s contact patch and the road surface, the bike becomes

unstable and a crash is imminent.

How does ABS work?

Humps and irregular surfaces of the road can cause

the wheels to lose contact temporarily with the road

surface; if this happens the braking force that can be

transmitted to road surface is zero.

How the irregular road surface affects the

braking?

If the brakes are applied under these condition, the

ABS has to reduce the braking force to ensure and

maintain the directional stability when the wheels

regains its contact with the road surface. At this

instant the ABS must reduce the traction, so that the

wheels will continue to rotate under all imaginable

circumstances, because this is the precondition for

ensuring directional stability.

Why does brake lever pulsate during brake

application?

Vehicles fitted with ABS uses the conventional brake

system during normal operation. But during hard

stop the brake lever feels different, i.e., a rapid

pulsation in the brake lever; This is absolutely

normal.

As soon as the actual circumstances arises, the

system reacts instantly and adjusts braking force

accordingly to achieve optimum braking.

Only the front brake of your motorcycle is

fitted with ABS not the rear brake. Applying

rear brake alone can cause wheel skidding just

like normal braking system. Always apply both

front and rear brake for better performance.

The ABS can apply and release the pressure in the

brake circuit much faster than that rider can do with

brake lever to avoid wheel locking. So there is no

need to pump the brake, it requires only

continuous application.

Warning

SINGLE CHANNEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM

The Apache RTR 2004V with ABS does an automatic

self check every time the ignition switch is turned

‘ON’. The ABS warning lamp provided at the

speedometer console blinks and informs you that the

ABS is under check.

It is not necessary to have this pulsation feel every

time the brake is applied. Pulsations are felt only

during wheel locking tendency, occurs due to the

modulation of pressure in the brake circuit by HECU.

Pulsation means that the vehicle is in limit. This

pulsation feel also depends on the road condition.

This ABS warning lamps goes ‘OFF’ once the bike

reache 6 km/hs speed and above and ABS warning

lamp will blink whenever vehicle speed is less than

6 km/h indicating that the ABS is working fine. If the

warning lamp is continuously ‘ON’ even after the

vehicle crossing speed then ABS has an error 6 km/h

and your bike should be taken to any of your nearest

TVS Motor Company Authorised Distributors or

Dealers / Authorised Service Centers.

DO‘S AND DON'T‘S

t Apply both front and rear brake for better

performance.

t Carefully remove the front wheel during puncture

/ tyre replacement to prevent toner ring damage /

bend.

t ABS should be serviced only at TVS Motor

Company Authorised Distributors or Dealers /

Authorised Service Centers.

t Check the ABS warning lamp for any warning

before driving the vehicle.

t Apply continuous brake in ABS mode for better

performance. Do not pump.

t Perform the periodic maintenance as per the

schedule.

Do’s

SINGLE CHANNEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM

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