TVS launches 110cc bike ‘Radeon’ at Rs 48,000

TVS Motor Company has announced the launch of its new 110cc motorbike Radeon with an ex-showroom (Delhi) price tag of Rs 48,400. The company said the features of the model include ‘first-in segment’ synchronised braking technology, car-like speedometer and ‘largest seat in the segment’.

Chrome silencer, thigh-pads on the petrol tank, high-ground clearance, premium feel controls, bigger wheels and a smartphone charger are the other features, the company said after launching the vehicle here.

Joint managing director of the company Sudharshan Venu told reporters after the launch that the product was targeted at the young Indian looking for features including style and ‘attractive pricing’. The commercial launch was expected soon, he said, adding: “We are looking at two lakh units in the first year.” President and CEO of the company KN Radhakrishnan said it was ‘targeting’ the discerning progressive customers’ with the launch of Radeon.

TVS Radeon boasts of multiple first-in-class features and usage-led design which offers strength, comfort and style without compromising on practicality, the company claims. TVS promises to roll out variants of Radeon. The new model would add to commuter portfolio of TVS which has Sport, Star City and Victor.

The other key features were easy ground reachability, side-stand indicator with beeper, dura grip tubeless tyres and unique impact resistant design (UIR), the company said. The vehicle was equipped with a 10-litre petrol tank and ‘clocks a fuel economy of 69.3 kmpl,’ it said, adding that the motorbike would be available in four colours, it said.