TVS Neo

As usual you can always expect a winner from TVS Motors. Being one of the largest two wheeler maker in India, the company will be launching its already success international model TVS Neo . One of the best selling models in its class in Indonesia, TVS Neo ’s Indian version will have some additional features to suit the local market.

Look

As always the designers and engineers know the pulse of the market and their design is a reflection of that. Already very popular in Indonesia, TVS Neo ’s India counterpart will carry forward its legacy in the looks department.

TVS Neo has a unique design in spite of being not so big in size. Initially it was rolled on the streets of Indonesia only and it received a tremendous success. TVS Motors were compelled to launch TVS Neo in India with almost the same design and look with a few changes here and there. TVS Neo is a perfect example of a hybrid mix of scooter and a moped. Uniqueness of the model lies in its color scheme which has silver color plate at the middle with body color sheets in the front panel. The mud guard in the front which resembles the long beak of goose looks stylish.

Rear view mirrors are attached on the handlebars which are having body color wrapped. TVS Neo is having full fairing at both front and rear side. The bike has been designed with digital dashboard which has fuel gauge, speedometer and trip meter.

Simply we can say that TVS Neo is a classic blending of a scooterette and a bike.

In India, the company is believed to introduce the bike with white, red, blue and black.

Ride Comfort and Handling

With the rapid pace of development in our country, we need to travel considerable distances. Critics are expecting TVS Neo to have a stepped-up seat which ensures comfortable seating for rider and pillion as well. The seat widens at the rear with a sharp tip in the front. An easy grab rail bar is fitted for additional safety of the passenger. Since it has a wider foot board, some house hold items can be easily carried along with a passenger.

The TVS Neo for Indian market has a surprise feature in store. It has a disc brake in the front which increases the safety along with better control. This is the very first time that a two wheeler manufacturer dared to load its vehicle with disc brake.

TVS Neo will be having a standard wheelbase of around 1260 mm. Riders know the fact that larger the wheelbase, higher the control they would be gaining. Not only this, wheelbase also adds to the stability of a vehicle.

Engine and Fuel Economy

The fuel economy and recurring cost of maintenance are the two factors that a rider thinks before making a purchase.TVS motors have kind of ruled over the Indian hearts for many years and know exactly what Indian market demands. They have given birth to yet another great winner with the Neo.

TVS Neo is equipped with 4 stroke 110 cc engine with single cylinder, and SOHC. The engine is capable of belting out torque of 8.5 Nm at 4500 rpm and generates power of 8.5 bhp at 8,000 rpm. In order to reduce vibrations and friction, the engine is having the feature of roller follower mechanism. The system gives the rider information on the usage of fuel and hence helps him to manage better fuel efficiency. TVS has named the mechanism i-Econo. Dual clutch system, with the name iRide, for different terrains is a key technology with TVS Neo . Just for the information to riders, for higher accelerartion, manual gears are to be used while for heavy traffic and short distance travel automatic transmission is to be used. The TVS Neo also has the option for self start.

Conclusion

A common feature with scooterette, mobile charger slot is also present in TVS Neo . Another striking feature of illuminating keyhole ring helps you see the keyhole during night time very easily.

With an estimated price of around Rs 48000 , the Neo is definitely going to be the first choice for the people who has good value for money. TVS Neo will be a sure hit for Indian roads.