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TVS RTR 450 AT Dakar - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 196985 |
|---|---|
| Category | Cross-motocross |
| Make | TVS |
| Model | RTR 450 AT Dakar |
| Year | 2016 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Half perimeter frame chrome - Molybdenum |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontsuspension | WP telescopic fork, 52 mm (2.05 in) tubes rebound and compression adjustable |
| Fronttyre | 90/90-21 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearsuspension | WP progressive, multiadjutable Trax rear shock utilizing a linkage and rod system |
| Reartyre | 140/80-18 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 95.0 x 63.5 mm (3.7 x 2.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Hydraulic, multidisc in oil bath |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Akrapovic titanium header pipe, titanium muffler |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Synerject digital electronic fuel injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Alternator 220 W |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Blue/white |
|---|---|
| Comments | Made in cooperation with Sherco. |
| Electrical | 12 V / 4Ah Super Battery battery. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 135.0 kg (297.6 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 32.00 litres (8.45 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 355 mm (14.0 inches) |
| Seatheight | 970 mm (38.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About TVS
Country of Origin:
India
Founder:
T. V. Sundaram Iyengar (TVS Group)
Best Known For:
High-volume commuters, sporty small bikes (Apache), and global partnerships
Company History
TVS matured into a world-class manufacturer through relentless process control and smart alliances. Its commuters emphasize reliability, fuel economy, and vast service networks; the Apache line adds credible performance and chassis tuning vetted in one-make series. Partnerships brought ABS, EFI, and connected features to price-sensitive segments without sacrificing durability. Historically, TVS symbolizes India’s industrial ascent—quality at scale, racing-fed development, and products that turn daily rides into trustworthy routine.