TVS RTS X 300 Supermoto coming soon
A few months back, TVS revealed a concept version of a supermoto at the Bharat Mobility Expo. It now seems that the project is quite clearly green-flagged and we can expect TVS to launch this bike soon.The TVS RTS X Supermoto remains true to its concept form by a great deal. The bike features long-travel suspension up front and alloy wheels, too. There is a beaky front mudguard and the headlamp sits right over it. Wide handlebars come in, and so does a small digital instrument panel. Tank shrouds are also visible, and so is a long seat. The rear section is kept tight, and we expect a stylish tail tidy to come in accordance to the rules and regulations. A monoshock takes care of suspension duties at the back. Ground clearance is expected to be around 240mm while the kerb weight will be less than 150kg.
TVS showcased the concept version of the Supermoto at the recently concluded 2025 Bharat Mobility Global Expo.
advertisementPowering this new Supermoto will be the 299cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC motor that TVS has developed in-house. The motor produces 34.5bhp and 28.5Nm and is mated to a six-speed gearbox. This new engine takes away the dependence of the company on the 312cc BMW engine, which used to power the BMW G 310 GS and the BMW G 310 R, as well as the G 310 RR. This new platform is also expected to spawn the TVS Adventure motorcycle as well as enduros.
At the moment, India has a plethora of Adventure bikes on sale that include the Royal Enfield Himalayan, KTM 390 Adventure, as well as the Yezdi Adventure. KTM has also launched the KTM 390 Enduro and is expected to launch the supermoto version called the KTM 390 SMC R soon.advertisementSubscribe to Auto Today Magazine
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