There’s good news for young people looking to purchase TVS’ popular motorcycle, the Raider. The recent GST reduction has made the bike even more affordable, with its base variant now available for less than ₹81,000. Although the new prices will be effective from September 22nd, the market is already seeing their impact. Let us give you a complete breakdown of the TVS Raider’s variant-wise prices.
New TVS Raider Prices After GST Reduction
Motorcycles under 350cc will now attract 18% GST instead of 28%, resulting in a reduction in the Raider’s price by approximately ₹6,845 to ₹7,700. The prices below reflect the discounts on each variant.
Raider Drum variant: Price reduced from ₹87,625 to ₹80,779, a discount of ₹6,845.
Raider Single Seat: Price reduced from ₹94,115 to approximately ₹86,500, resulting in a saving of ₹7,600.
Raider iGO / Split: Price reduced from ₹98,465 to approximately ₹90,900, resulting in a benefit of ₹7,500.
Super Squad Edition: Price reduced from ₹99,715 to approximately ₹92,000, resulting in a discount of ₹7,700.
SmartXonnect: The price of this top variant has been reduced from ₹1,02,915 to approximately ₹95,200, a savings of ₹7,700.
TVS Raider’s Powerful Engine and Excellent Mileage
The TVS Raider is a sporty 125cc bike designed for both city and highway riding. It is powered by a 124.8cc, air- and oil-cooled, single-cylinder, 4-stroke engine that produces 11.2 PS of power and 11.2 Nm of torque. It comes mated to a 5-speed transmission.
In terms of mileage, the TVS Raider offers an ARAI-certified mileage of 56.7 kmpl. It can deliver 50-55 kmpl in real-world conditions and up to 71 kmpl in the city. Its fuel tank capacity is 10 liters.
TVS Raider Features and Safety
The TVS Raider weighs 123 kg and has a seat height of 780 mm, making it comfortable for all types of riders. Braking is handled by disc/drum brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear, depending on the variant. It also features single-channel ABS.
This motorcycle features modern features like a digital instrument cluster, Bluetooth connectivity, LED headlight, tubeless tires, slip and assist clutch, and a DRL headlight. This bike directly competes with bikes like the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 and Hero Glamour X.
After the GST reduction, the Raider 125 has become the most affordable bike in its segment. If you’re looking for a value-for-money option on a tight budget, the Raider could be a great choice. You can book it now to get it delivered during the festive season.
