TVS Raider 125

Name – TVS Raider 125
Colour – Black Panther
              Iron man
              Striking red
              Wicked black
              Fiery yellow
              Blazing blue
              Vivid Red (Single Seat)
              Fiery Yellow (SXC)
              Wicked Black (SXC)
Engine – 124.8 cc
Mileage – 56.7 kmpl
Power – 11.2 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Torque – 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Weight – 123 kg
Fuel capacity – 10 liters
Suspension – Front: Telescopic, Rear: mono shock, 5 step adjustable
Seat height – 780 mm
Odometer – Digital
Speedometer – Digital
On-Road Price – Starts Rs. 1,13,389
Brakes – Front: Disc / Rear: Drum

About TVS Raider 125

TVS Raider 125 has everything that a perfect bike needs. It is a mileage bike that offers four variants and nine colours. TVS Motors has aggressively acquired the 125 CC segment market by launching various two-wheelers in the same category. These bikes of TVS of the mentioned segment directly compete with the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 and Honda SP 125. With a good lot of features, this bike can be really handled well if driven safely. 

Engine, Mileage and Performance

TVS Raider 125 has a 124.8 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, three-valve technology engine, which produces a power of 11.2 bhp @ 7500 rpm and a torque of 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm. The engine puts power down to a five-speed manual transmission. It has a chain-drive transmission with one down, four up gear shifting pattern. The diameter of the cylinder inserted in the engine is 53.5 mm. It has a Wet Multiplate clutch, which uses CDI ignition. 
The fuel tank capacity of the bike is 10 litres, including a reserve tank capacity of 1.6 litres. The mileage of the bike is 56.7 kmpl which can rise 60 kmpl. According to the company's claim, a 0-60 kmph acceleration would probably take 5.9 seconds, and the top speed can be ascertained to reach around 99 kmph.
With the claimed power and torque of the engine, the bike can tread forward without fuss as long as it is above 2,500 rpm. Holding a step-up acceleration post around the 5,000 rpm mark, the Raider 125 continues to build momentum at a commendable pace until 8,000 rpm, which is very close to its 9,000 rpm redline. Apart from an uncomfortable braking system for experienced riders, the bike gives a powerful performance on highways. 

Design and Styling 

TVS Raider dimensions are 2070 mm in length, 785 mm in width, 1028 mm in height and 780 mm seat height. The wheelbase is 1326 mm, and the ground clearance is 180 mm. Its elaborative features, which make the bike more attractive, are a 124.8 cc engine, the combined braking system of both wheels, LED headlights, split-style saddle, engine cowl, aluminium rail, Bluetooth system, navigation and a USB charger with other basic features. 
The safety net comprises a combined braking system. The 5-inch digital display unit shows information such as gear position, trip meters and fuel economy. It also has handlebar guards, an engine crash guard, a calliper protector and a phone holder. The TVS Raider 125 includes a single pod headlight, fuel tank shrouds, a single-piece pillion grab rail and a side-slung exhaust.

Suspension and Brakes

TVS Raider 125 has a telescopic front suspension and a new chassis with a mono-shock suspension on the rear. The mono-shock also has a five-step adjustable preload. The tubeless alloy wheels hold a dual-piston calliper for comfortable braking. 
There is a 240 mm disc on the front brakes and a 130 mm drum on the rear brakes. Since the front wheels are too hard when the brake is applied, the combined braking system gets into action by putting pressure on the front wheels when the rear brake is applied. 

On Road Price

The on-road price of TVS Raider 125 starts at Rs. 1,13,389. It is better to get the necessary information about prices from your nearby dealer.

Conclusion

TVS Raider 125 has a peppy engine with strong power delivery, making it a hustle among new-generation riders. This commuter bike is unskeptically value for money. Its minutely designed appealing features are praiseworthy. Also, the bike gives satisfactory fuel economy with distinctive sporty looks. The bike's major drawback is the front wheel, ignoring which it can be rated as the best commuter motorbike in the 125 cc segment in the Indian market. 

TVS Raider 125 rental is available in McLeod Ganj  on hourly, daily, weekly and monthly rental formats. You can find affordable prices at low-security deposits for TVS Raider 125 on the RenTrip website. You can also take advantage of offers on bike rentals from RenTrip.