TVS Radeon: Bike with great mileage for ₹ 55,000, gives tough competition to Hero Splendor
TVS Radeon is one of the most popular commuter motorcycles in the country. This is a perfect option for daily commuting in the 110cc segment. It is liked a lot especially in cities and rural areas. This bike of TVS Motor Company is known for its strong build quality, low maintenance and excellent mileage.
TVS Radeon ex-showroom price in India starts from ₹ 55,400. If you are planning to buy a car to compete with Hero Splendor in the coming days and your budget is not reaching Rs 80 thousand, then Radeon can be the best option for you. Let’s take a look at its design, engine and performance details.
Design and dimensions
The design of TVS Radeon is of classic commuter style. The sturdy metal body, chrome accents, dual-tone colors and long cushioned seat give it a premium look. The large 18-inch wheels (front 2.75×18 and rear 3.00×18 tubeless tyres) provide excellent stability on the road. The carrier with pillion grab rail makes carrying luggage easy. Its length is 2025 mm, width 705 mm, height 1080 mm, wheelbase 1265 mm and ground clearance 180 mm.
Features and Comfort
It has a digital cluster, which comes with real-time mileage display. LED DRL headlamps and tail lamps provide excellent visibility at night. USB charging port helps in charging the mobile. Features like 5-step adjustable rear suspension, eco indicator, side stand indicator with beeper, thigh pads and luggage hook enhance comfort. There are both self and kick start options. Maintenance-free battery keeps things hassle-free for longer periods of time. The premium 5-spoke alloy wheels and textured seat make it stylish.
Safety and braking
TVS Radeon has SBT (Synchronized Braking Technology), which activates the front and rear brakes simultaneously to ensure shorter braking distances. The base variants have 130 mm front drum and 110 mm rear drum brakes, while the top Digi Disc variant gets a 240 mm front disc brake. There is no ABS, but it is sold with CBS system.
Engine and Performance
TVS Radeon has a 109.7 cc 4-stroke DuraLife engine, which is air-cooled and equipped with EFI (Eco-Thrust Fuel Injection) system. Apart from being BS-VI compliant, it gives 8.08 bhp at 7350 rpm and 8.7 Nm torque at 4500 rpm. The 4-speed constant mesh gearbox provides smooth shifting. It provides smooth handling in stop-go city traffic with low vibration.
Mileage and Range
Mileage is the biggest feature of TVS Radeon. The company claims that the EFI system provides 15% more mileage, which reaches 65-73.68 kmpl in ARAI test. In real-world, 60-65 kmpl is easily achieved in the city and 68-70 kmpl on the highway. The fuel tank capacity is 10 liters (1.5 liters reserve), which gives a range of 600-700 km on a single tank.
