about to buy TVS Raider 125cc Smart Connect 2023 (Bluetooth Version) - Youth Bike

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Nothing against TVS but I find their motorcycles to be very light weight which is not a good thing in high speeds .... More into Japanese stuff....

But since you test drove it and liked it,,, you should go ahead

Seems very reasonably priced

feel wrote:

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what is main diff between smartconnect and disc variant? bluetooth and those extra features looks too gimmicky

Dont like tvs bikes since star city, so can't comment on it.

Like Honda more

TVS makes better vehicles than Bajaj. Did you see comparison videos on YouTube? You can consider Jupiter as well if you don't mind scooters

In 125 cc segment, its one of the best for sure.

Looks & Milage

But ek chis hai

Wheh its about longer life , TVS bikes having bad reputation

May be they have improved their quality with time

And aur ek chis

Dont look for features like Bluetooth control etc

I dont thinking paying 2-5K more for Bluetooth features makes any sense

Those features are full of headache

Make sure it's E20 compatible... I doubt TVS has made E20 ready..if not hold on your purchase for few months..

Suzuki, Yamaha are E20.. 

Any idea guys what is benifit of this Bluetooth connectivity. Why are all functionalities coming with it

feel wrote:

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I have 0 experience with 2/4 wheelers.

Can't even ride bicycle.

😟

feel wrote:

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Also, compare it with Jupiter as well and decide accordingly

BAT_MAN wrote:

what is main diff between smartconnect and disc variant? bluetooth and those extra features looks too gimmicky

main difference is big Meter display, different UI and Bluetooth(which i don't need but like the first two features, that are much i am very attracted to, that is why buying this model)  Price difference is 10K.

kartikxxx wrote:

Dont like tvs bikes since star city, so can't comment on it.

Like Honda more

Honda is also offering a model in this price range but mileage is average (likes of Pulsar)

Sudarshan61 wrote:

Make sure it's E20 compatible... I doubt TVS has made E20 ready..if not hold on your purchase for few months..

Suzuki, Yamaha are E20.. 

What ?

All BS6 bikes are E20 ready

neehesh wrote:

TVS makes better vehicles than Bajaj. Did you see comparison videos on YouTube? You can consider Jupiter as well if you don't mind scooters

Thankyou.. i am actually more into Bikes. might even travel occasionally in future but not very long rides.

feel wrote:

Honda is also offering a model in this price range but mileage is average (likes of Pulsar)

Honda bikes are of cheap quality these days ( not the engine bdw )

For me its honda but honda s models are meh, tvs raider is sexy looking. I currently own hero splendor plus.

Sudarshan61 wrote:

Make sure it's E20 compatible... I doubt TVS has made E20 ready..if not hold on your purchase for few months..

Suzuki, Yamaha are E20.. 

thanks for your input. i am just hearing this E20  word. will look into this more

navkr wrote:

Any idea guys what is benifit of this Bluetooth connectivity. Why are all functionalities coming with it

this version has Bluetooth and Big TFT display = offers Navigation and call, message, weather etc updates.

Also they included a voice assistant button too on the left side to talk into bike.

These features are all new and might have bugs and errors

MrKool_JJ wrote:

Also, compare it with Jupiter as well and decide accordingly

Thanks for your input. Actually i am kind of into bikes so did not take a look into scooters

rusty.james wrote:

What ?

All BS6 bikes are E20 ready

No. They are just E10.

But it's ok ..nasamjo KO Kya hi pata 

Eg . Suzuki models post March 23 are E20..https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/amp/n...

Old BS6 models are just E10. One can download the manual and check 

feel wrote:

thanks for your input. i am just hearing this E20  word. will look into this more

Do look into it. Current we get E10 fuel. Post 2025 it will be E20 fuel. If bike is not supported of E20 then the fuel will cause damage to fuel system.

https://m.timesofindia.com/india/what-is-e20-pe...

Sudarshan61 wrote:

No. They are just E10.

But it's ok ..nasamjo KO Kya hi pata 

Eg . Suzuki models post March 23 are E20..https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/amp/n...

Old BS6 models are just E10. One can download the manual and check 

feel wrote:

Thanks for your input. Actually i am kind of into bikes so did not take a look into scooters

Mileage is 45-50. Don't expect 60.

Is yamaha aerox current model E20 compatible? @Sudarshan61

GoogleCA wrote:

Mileage is 45-50. Don't expect 60.

Agnivo007 wrote:
Personal exp. or sources?

GoogleCA wrote:

Mileage is 45-50. Don't expect 60.

@Sudarshan61  @Agnivo007


it has Eco and Power Modes.  i will always be in Eco mode for sure.

but only 45-50 ?? That much difference on what Company claimed on Papers i:e 67 KMPL, is this allowed legally ??