TVS brings big-bike tech under ₹3 lakh
A sub-₹3 lakh motorcycle with launch control, lean-aware safety aids, cruise control, and a full-featured race computer? That’s the pitch with the 2025 TVS Apache RR 310, and it’s aimed squarely at riders who split their time between weekday commutes and weekend track days. TVS hasn’t just added features; it’s reworked the powertrain, sharpened the electronics, and kept the styling aggressive without tipping the price overboard.
The headline figure is a stronger 312.2cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, reverse-inclined DOHC engine now tuned for 38 bhp at 9,800 rpm and 29 Nm at 7,900 rpm. TVS attributes the bump to improved air intake and fresh engine calibration, working with a Bosch closed-loop fuel injection system and a 12.17:1 compression ratio. The result is cleaner, quicker responses without making the bike temperamental in traffic.
The other big change is the electronics package. Launch control makes its first appearance on the RR 310, giving riders a clean, repeatable getaway by managing wheelspin and front-end lift from a standstill. For a 300-class single, that’s a standout addition—useful on track, but also helpful when you want to pull away briskly without drama.
TVS has also layered in a wider safety net. The RR now comes with cornering traction control, engine braking control, wheelie control, rear lift-off protection, and cornering ABS. All of this works in the background to keep the bike composed when you encounter sketchy tarmac, mid-corner bumps, or an over-ambitious downshift. It’s the kind of tech you used to find only on bigger superbikes, now trickling into a more accessible package.
Riders get four modes—Urban, Rain, Sport, and Track—each changing throttle response, traction thresholds, and power output. Urban and Rain dial it back to 30 PS at 7,600 rpm and 26.5 Nm at 6,700 rpm to keep things calm in city traffic and wet roads. Sport and Track unlock the full 38 PS, with a claimed top speed of 164 km/h. If you’re hopping between office runs and track sessions, this spread makes sense.
Transmission hardware supports the performance push. A 6-speed gearbox pairs with a race-tuned slipper clutch to curb rear wheel hop during hard downshifts. Buyers can opt for a bidirectional quickshifter, enabling clutchless upshifts and downshifts that snap through in milliseconds—ideal when you’re flat out on a straight or slicing through a set of corners.
Daily use hasn’t been ignored. Cruise control shows up for the first time on the Apache RR 310, and it’s a genuine fatigue saver on long highway stretches. It’s unusual to see this feature at this displacement and price, and it slots in neatly with the bike’s touring ambitions without dulling its track intent.
On the cockpit side, a 5-inch TFT color display now supports multiple languages. The cluster goes beyond the usual speed and gear readout to serve navigation prompts, ride data, and telemetry via an integrated race computer. Pair it with TVS SmartXconnect and you get turn-by-turn directions, call and SMS alerts, and even low battery warnings—handy if you’re using your phone for music on a longer ride.
Braking is anchored by a 300 mm front petal disc and a 240 mm rear petal disc, backed by dual-channel ABS with cornering functionality. The setup is tuned for strong initial bite without being grabby, and the electronic aids step in if you brake hard mid-lean or need extra stability downhill. Between the traction and ABS layers, the bike has a margin of forgiveness when you overcook an entry or hit a patch of dust.
Styling stays true to the RR’s “shark-inspired” look: sharp fairing lines, dual LED projector headlamps, and a purposeful tail. New sequential turn indicators add visibility and a premium touch. The color palette includes Racing Red and a Bomber Grey special edition, with other variants fleshing out the lineup. The design isn’t just for show; the fairing keeps wind off your chest at highway speeds, and the nose cuts clean air at track pace.
Ergonomics aim for a middle ground. At 174 kg kerb, the RR 310 isn’t featherweight, but it feels planted rather than sluggish. A seat height of 810 mm will suit a wide range of riders, and 180 mm of ground clearance helps you clear speed breakers without scraping. Clip-ons and rearsets keep you in a sporty stance, but not so extreme that your wrists complain after a 20-kilometer commute.
What does all this feel like on the road? In Urban and Rain modes, throttle response is measured and tidy, making low-speed crawls and wet patches less stressful. Shift to Sport or Track and the motor spins freely to its peak, with the quickshifter tightening up your rhythm between corners. Launch control is the party trick, but day to day, cruise control and cornering ABS probably move the needle more for comfort and peace of mind.
Price, variants, and where it fits
TVS is keeping the 2025 Apache RR 310 squarely in the value lane. Prices start at ₹2.75 lakh and rise to about ₹3 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), depending on spec. The base variant skips the quickshifter, the top model adds it, and the Bomber Grey edition slots in as a special. Buyers get to choose based on how much track-focused hardware they want out of the box.
In the 300–400 cc sportbike space, the RR 310’s pitch is simple: modern rider aids without pushing the price into liter-bike financing territory. It’s aimed at riders who want something sharper than a basic commuter but more approachable than a high-strung supersport. The feature-to-rupee ratio stands out, especially with launch control, cornering aids, a race computer, and cruise control all in the same package.
Who’s it for? If you’re a first-time sportbike buyer, the RR’s Urban and Rain modes keep things friendly while you learn. If you’ve done track days before, the quickshifter, engine braking control, and high-rev powerband give you enough headroom to grow your lap times. And if you tour, the TFT’s navigation, Bluetooth alerts, and cruise control lower the hassle of long hours in the saddle.
The tech stack also reads like a rider development tool. Telemetry and ride data help you see where you braked, how you rolled on the throttle, and whether you’re consistent lap to lap. That’s useful feedback when you’re figuring out lines and braking markers on a new circuit, or even tracking your improvements on a favorite backroad.
Underneath the features, the core hardware remains familiar: a rev-happy single that likes to be worked, a stable chassis that encourages lean, and a braking setup that punches above its weight with the help of electronics. It’s a formula that has earned the RR 310 a loyal base, now layered with more power and safety nets for 2025.
As for ownership basics, TVS has kept the bike accessible. The ride position avoids extreme weight on the wrists, heat management is better than before thanks to the engine’s revised breathing, and the ground clearance means bumper-to-bumper commutes won’t become an obstacle course. The multi-language TFT widens the bike’s appeal across India, and the smartphone features cut down on the need to mount extra gadgets.
Design details finish the picture. The shark-nose fairing and twin projectors give the front end presence at night, the sequential indicators signal intent clearly in traffic, and the special Bomber Grey adds a bit of stealth to the usual red-and-black sportbike palette. It looks fast standing still, and the aero bodywork actually helps at highway pace.
If you’re cross-shopping, the RR 310 will likely sit next to other faired singles and small twins on your list. Its edge is the electronics suite and the way TVS has blended daily usability with track-day readiness. Between the four riding modes, quickshifter option, and the strongest safety aids in the class at this price, it’s a compelling entry point into performance riding without the sticker shock.
Bottom line on the numbers: 38 bhp at 9,800 rpm, 29 Nm at 7,900 rpm, four riding modes, 164 km/h top speed in Sport and Track, 174 kg kerb, 810 mm seat height, 180 mm ground clearance, and a price window of ₹2.75–3 lakh ex-showroom, Delhi. Add launch control, cornering ABS and traction control, engine braking control, wheelie control, cruise control, a 5-inch multi-language TFT, Bluetooth with navigation and alerts, a 6-speed box with an optional two-way quickshifter, and a slipper clutch—and you’ve got a spec sheet that punches hard in India’s middleweight market.