TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100 launched! India's 1st Ethanol-based motorcycle is here - Details

A new benchmark has been set by two-wheelers and three-wheelers manufacturer TVS. The vehicle maker on Friday launched India’s first Ethanol based motorcycle – TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100. The motorcycle was launched by  Nitin Jairam Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport and Highways of India & Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Amitabh Kant, CEO of NITI Aayog, and Venu Srinivasan, Chairman, TVS Motor Company.

TVS Motor Company first showcased the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Ethanol concept in Auto Expo 2018 held in Delhi. TVS Apache is the flagship brand of TVS Motor Company. TVS has sold over 3.5 million units so far.

TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100: Engine, power, price and more

-The TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100 is equipped with a Twin-Spray-Twin-Port EFI technology

-It has peak power of 21 PS @ 8500 rpm with a torque of 18.1 Nm @ 7000 rpm and has an ascending top speed of 129 kmph.

-This special edition would be available in Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka at price of Rs. 1,20,000.

Commenting on this launch, Venu Srinivasan, Chairman, TVS Motor Company, said, “We are delighted to launch the TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100 in the presence of Minister for Road Transport & Highways of India; & Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Nitin Jairam Gadkari who has created a roadmap for the implementation of future mobility in the country.”

Srinivasan further added, “Today, the two-wheeler industry is looking at green and sustainable future mobility solutions spanning across electric, hybrid and alternate fuels. TVS Motor Company believes that Ethanol-based products are an important option for our customers. This is due to the easy compatibility in transition to Ethanol and its sustained positive impact on the environment without compromising on performance and total cost of ownership.  TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100 is a breakthrough in the two-wheeler space that will set the trend for a green future in India.”