Industry Analysis
Set to enter India’s fiercely competitive mid-capacity adventure motorcycle market, the forthcoming TVS Apache RTX 300 ADV Industry analysis and recent sightings point to these as its key rivals:
| Bike Model | Engine Capacity | Power Output | Pricing Range (Ex-showroom) | Salient Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 | 452 cc | 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm | ₹ 2.85; ₹ 2.98 lakh | 21″ / 17″ wheels, strong off-road focus |
| KTM 390 Adventure | 373 cc | 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm | ₹ 3.39 – ₹ 3.60 lakh | Advanced technology, WP suspension |
| Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 | 249 cc | 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm | ₹2.16 lakh | Travel package with light weight and dependability |
| Yezdi Adventure | 334 CC | 29.6 PS | ₹2.10 – ₹2.20 lakh | Retro ADV design, off-road ability |
| Hero XPulse 200 4V / XPulse 421* | 200/421 cc | 19.1 PS / TBA | 1.52 – 1.68 lakh / TBA | Affordable, light weight, off-road emphasis |
| KTM 250 Adventure | 249 cc | 31 PS @ 9250 rpm | ₹2.60 lakh | KTM pedigree at entry level ADV |
| BMW G 310 GS | 313 cc | 34 PS @ 9500 rpm | Rs 3.30 lakh | Premium brand, flexible ADV |
* XPulse 421 is a future model.
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Market Positioning
Spy images of the TVS RTX 300 being tested next to the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and KTM 390 Adventure show direct benchmarking of the bike against these models.
Along with more reasonably priced, but less powerful models like the Hero XPulse 200 4V, Yezdi Adventure, and Suzuki V-Strom SX 250,
Aiming to mix performance, touring capability, and pricing, the RTX 300 features a 299cc engine generating 35 PS and 28.5 Nm.
TVS RTX 300 ADV Key Features
Special Selling Arguments
Modern feature set of the RTX 300 will include switchable ABS, TFT display with smartphone connectivity, traction control, cruise control, and a bi-directional quick shifter.
Having greater power and features than entry-level ADVs, its estimated pricing of ₹2.4–2.7 lakh places it as a strong value proposition against more expensive rivals like the KTM 390 Adventure and BMW G 310 GS.
Summary
All in one
Main competitors of the TVS RTX 300 ADV are:
- Royal Enfield 450 Himalayan
- KTM 390 Adventure
- Suzuki V-Strom SX 250
- Yezdi Adventure
- Hero XPulse 200 4V (along with forthcoming XPulse 421)
- KTM 250 Adventure
- BMW G 310 GS
The TVS RTX 300 ADV is set to be a fierce rival in India’s mid-capacity adventure bike market with its competitive specs, modern amenities, and aggressive pricing.
