The TVS Apache RTR 310 was always a fun to ride motorcycle that offered decent performance along with exceptional streetfighter design. But the motorcycle had its share of flaws like a not so refined motor, snatchy response from the throttle and variants priced too high. For 2025, TVS made few improvements to the design, engine and the electronics. So, we had the opportunity to ride the motorcycle at the CoASTT test track in Coimbatore and sampled the updates, which make for a better riding experience.
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2025 TVS Apache RTR 310: Design Updates
The Apache RTR 310 gets four new colours for 2025 along with a transparent clutch cover that looks quite cool. In addition, there are now sequential turn indicators giving a premium appeal. Lastly, the motorcycle gets knuckle guards with an Aluminium frame, giving it a supermoto vibe and that's what the design updates are limited to.
2025 TVS Apache RTR 310: Features
Now TVS offers the Apache RTR 310 in four variants. The base variant gets cruise control, traction control, drag torque control and rear-wheel lift protection. The top variant gets a bi-directional quick-shifter in addition to all the features on the base variant. The BTO 1 kit gets tyre pressure monitoring system along with a brass-coated chain and adjustment for front and rear suspension.
Lastly, the BTO 2 kit gets a bunch of added features like launch control, keyless ignition and a bunch of electronic rider aids like cornering traction control, cornering cruise control, cornering drag torque control and cornering ABS. the prices for each variant are on your screen now. The motorcycle also gets a second gen 5-inch TFT screen, 5 riding modes and full LED lighting. The new screen has decent legibility although it isn't the most responsive.
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2025 TVS Apache RTR 310: Engine Specifications & Chassis
The engine continues to get the same 312 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine making 35 odd horses at 9,700 rpm along with 28.7 Nm at 6,650 rpm in the sport, track and supermoto mode. The power and torque drop slightly in the urban and rain mode. The motorcycle continues to feature a hybrid trellis frame with Aluminium sub-frame. The motorcycle gets 41 mm USD fork and monoshock as well.
2025 TVS Apache RTR 310: Performance
This is where things get interesting! Now, there is no bump in power but the way it is delivered, changes. The throttle response becomes smoother now, thanks to the recalibrated engine and a plethora of tech like smart torque filter and drag torque control that makes for smoother power delivery and working in conjunction with the slip and assist clutch that stops the wheel from hopping when down-shifting aggressively. The build-up is smooth and thanks to a revised sprocket, with a reduction of 4 teeth, the motorcycle accelerates quickly when given the beans. Earlier, the engine didn't have a very smooth feel to it, but now the motor feels a touch more refined. The vibrations are now better controlled and do not overwhelm your riding experience, like before.
2025 TVS Apache RTR 310: Ride & Handling
The Apache RTR 310 continues to be a sharp handler and is easy to filter through traffic. Yes, we did ride the motorcycle for a bit in the city and on B-roads, but it was a rushed thing. On the track, it does tip in nicely into the corners, but is let down by poor cornering clearance. Now most riders will not be riding the motorcycle to put their knees down on a regular basis, but still, if you do encounter a stretch of switchback with smooth tarmac, chances are you will scrape your feeler bolts more regularly than you would expect. The ride is stiff but not uncomfortable. In fact, we did most of our riding on a wet track and the Michelin Road 5 tyres offered solid grip, better than we expected. Now, the cycle parts largely stay the same, so there isn't a world of a difference in terms of riding dynamics over the older model.
2025 TVS Apache RTR 310: Verdict
The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 310 gets a fair few updates and makes for a good purchase in the 300 cc segment. Sure, it still has a few flaws but lesser than before. The pricing ranges from Rs. 2.40 lakh for the base variant, going all the way up to Rs. 2.85 lakh for the top-spec BTO 2 variant. You can add Rs. 15,000 more if you want the Sepang Blue colour on your motorcycle and Rs. 5,000 if you want the Fiery Red colour. If you want to add both BTO kits, then the price goes up to Rs. 3.03 lakh. The base and top variants offer good value for money, but the BTO kits coupled with the extra price for the two colours, make it more expensive than the KTM 390 Duke.
It was always a good-looking motorcycle with aggressive design and the shortcomings have been addressed to large extent but the pricing of the BTO models make it a little far from reach for enthusiasts who want a performance-oriented streetfighter. With options like the KTM 390 Duke, Triumph Speed 400, even the Scrambler 400 X for that matter, it becomes a little difficult to justify the pricing for the top variants of the Apache RTR 310.