TVS Ronin

Inside the TVS Ronin 225 sits a 225.9 cc oil-cooled single-cylinder engine. It is derived from the Apache RTR 200 platform but retuned for a different character. Where the Apache is performance-oriented, the Ronin is tuned for smooth, linear power that suits relaxed street riding.

Output is 20.1 bhp at around 7,750 rpm and 19.93 Nm of torque. A 5-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch handles transmission. The slipper clutch reduces lever pull in city traffic and prevents rear wheel hop during firm downshifts. This is a genuinely useful addition at this price point.

The engine delivers strong mid-range pull. Most of the torque is available below 5,000 rpm, making the Ronin TVS feel easy and confident in mixed riding. City riding is smooth and unhurried. Highway speeds of 80-100 km/h are relaxed. The engine shows its limits above 110 kmph, where vibration increases. Top speed is around 130 kmph, but the Ronin is not built for sustained high-speed use.

Oil cooling maintains consistent thermal management in slow city traffic. Long-term owner feedback describes the engine as refined and low-maintenance for the class. Most report strong performance well past 20,000 km with standard servicing.

The TVS Ronin 225 rides on Showa inverted front forks and a rear monoshock with 7-step adjustable preload. The Showa suspension on a 225cc Indian motorcycle is an unusual specification and a genuine quality differentiator for the class. The setup is well-damped and gives the Ronin a more planted ride quality than most rivals at this price.

Kerb weight is 160 kg, which is light for the class. The low, flat seat and wide bars create an accessible, confidence-inspiring riding position. Most riders, regardless of height, can reach the ground comfortably. The posture is upright enough for city comfort while remaining low and relaxed enough to feel like a lifestyle bike.

Handling is intuitive. The 17-inch wheels and block-pattern tyres balance road grip with a slightly dual-purpose character. On clean tarmac, the bike corners with precision. The wide bar gives good leverage for slow-speed manoeuvring in city traffic and feels natural at all speeds. At just 160 kg, it responds quickly to rider input without ever feeling unstable.

Braking uses disc brakes on both the front and rear, with single-channel ABS on base and mid variants. The top variant gets dual-channel ABS. The 2025 update added dual-channel ABS to the top variant following rider community feedback. It was a meaningful upgrade.

TVS Ronin mileage is ARAI-certified at 42 kmpl. Real-world owner reports indicate returns of 35-40 kmpl in mixed conditions. City riding at moderate speeds returns 36-40 kmpl. Highway riding at 80 to 90 kmph returns the higher end. Spirited riding with frequent hard acceleration drops it further.

The 14-litre fuel tank gives a practical range of around 490-560 km per fill-up. Monthly fuel costs for 700 km of mixed riding work out to roughly Rs. 1,600-1,900. That is a strong economy for a 225cc motorcycle.

TVS has one of the most extensive service networks in India. Service intervals are every 5,000 km. Spare parts pricing is competitive, and availability is strong across most cities and towns.

The TVS Ronin mileage record in owner communities has been consistently positive. Most riders who use it for a mix of city and occasional highway riding report actual returns close to the ARAI figure. At 35-40 kmpl in mixed use, the running costs are very manageable for a 225cc motorcycle with this level of character. A 5-year warranty from TVS backs the Ronin bike. That is exceptional for this segment and gives buyers long-term confidence. Resale value has been steadily increasing since the 2022 launch. As the only bike in its lifestyle niche, the Ronin holds reasonable and growing resale interest in the used market.

TVS Ronin price starts at Rs. 1,28,731 ex-showroom for the base Lightning Black variant. The top DS variant is Rs. 1,61,700. Six variants span a range of Rs. 33,000 with clearly differentiated features at each tier.

The base variants deliver the full design package with single-channel ABS. The Agonda Edition sits just above the base in price and adds the limited-edition coastal colourway. The mid variants add SmartXonnect Bluetooth and are the most recommended for daily riders. The top DS variant adds dual-channel ABS, the most comprehensive safety package.

TVS Ronin 225 price competes with the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and the Jawa 42. The Hunter 350 is heavier and more expensive. The Jawa 42 is similarly priced but with less distinctive styling. As a Ronin TVS purchase, buyers enter a niche segment where the bike has no direct rival in India. The Ronin is the only motorcycle in the country that blends scrambler, roadster, and cruiser elements at this price.

Resale value for the Ronin has been building since the 2022 launch. As its segment becomes better understood among buyers, used Ronins are attracting solid interest, particularly from younger riders who want the design without the new-bike premium.