Overview
Performance And Engine
The Radeon is powered by a 109.7 cc, four-stroke, air-cooled, single-cylinder DuraLife engine with Eco-Thrust Fuel Injection. It produces 6.03 kW (8.08 bhp) at 7,350 rpm and 8.7 Nm of peak torque at 4,500 rpm. These power and torque numbers show the engine is built for commuting, not for high-speed riding. Peak torque comes at 4,500 rpm, which is good for city traffic with lots of stops and starts. There is no official acceleration figure for the Radeon.
| Engine item |
Specification |
| Engine type |
Four-stroke DuraLife engine, Single-cylinder, air-cooled |
| Displacement |
109.7 cc |
| Fuel system |
Eco-Thrust Fuel Injection |
| Emission compliance |
BS VI |
| Maximum power |
6.03 kW (8.08 bhp) at 7,350 rpm |
| Peak torque |
8.7 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke |
53.5 mm × 48.8 mm |
| Compression ratio |
10.0:1 |
| Starting system |
Self-start and kick-start |
| Fuel-tank capacity |
10 litres |
The TVS Radeon has a four-speed constant-mesh manual transmission and a wet, multiple-disc clutch. It has both self-start and kick-start capability, and features an all-gear self-start function.
The motorcycle uses a heel-and-toe gear-shift lever. Pressing the front (toe) shifts to lower gears, while pressing the rear (heel) shifts to higher gears. Neutral is between first and second gear, followed by second, third, and fourth.
| Transmission item |
Specification |
| Gearbox |
Four-speed constant mesh |
| Clutch |
Wet,multiple-disc |
| Gear-shift layout |
Heel-and-toe lever |
| Starting |
Self-start and kick-start |
| Neutral position |
Between first and second gear |
The Radeon can reach a top speed of 90 km/h, but this is not the recommended cruising speed and may vary. The actual top speed depends on things like the weight of the rider and passenger, road and weather conditions, tyre pressure, fuel quality, and how well the bike is maintained.
Mileage And Fuel Efficiency
The ARAI rates the Radeon’s mileage at 73.68 km/l. Features like the Eco-Thrust Fuel Injection, DuraLife engine, real-time mileage display, and Dura Grip tyres help with efficiency. The 73.68 km/l is the official certified figure.
Most owners say they get between 60 and 65 km/l, with an average real-world mileage of about 62 km/l. This is usually lower than the official ARAI figure.
Reported city mileage can reach up to 67.77 km/l, while highway mileage has been observed at 74.39 km/l. These values are for reference only and can vary widely among individual users.
If you are planning your fuel budget, it’s safer to expect 60–65 km/l based on what owners report, rather than the official figure. Your actual mileage can be higher or lower depending on traffic, speed, riding style, load, road conditions, tyre pressure, chain and fuel quality, and maintenance.
Features And Technology
The TVS Radeon in India comes with practical features for commuters. Some versions have a Digi-Cluster, but all offer convenience, comfortable seating, and basic safety features. The features change depending on the model, with the Base and All Black versions being simpler than the Digi Drum and Digi Disc.
- Digi-Cluster with real-time mileage display: The Digi Drum and Digi Disc versions are equipped with a digital instrument cluster that shows real-time mileage, speed, odometer, trip meter, and fuel level. The package also includes a clock, service indicator, and low-fuel indication.
- No SmartXonnect connectivity: The Radeon’s digital cluster is intended for on-bike information only, with no smartphone-linked navigation, call alerts, or app notifications
- USB charging point: The bike has a USB port for charging your phone while riding. This feature may not be standard on every version, so check with the dealer to see if it is included on the model you want.
- All-gear self-start: The Radeon has a convenient all-gear self-start system, allowing the motorcycle to be started without needing to shift to neutral first. It also retains a kick-start facility.
- Side-stand indicator and beeper: The bike includes a side-stand indicator and a beeper to remind you before riding off. The beeper may not be standard on all versions, so check with the dealer for your chosen model.
- Synchronized Braking Technology: The Radeon uses Synchronized Braking Technology, supporting a shorter braking distance. The standard setup uses a 130 mm front drum and 110 mm rear drum, while the Digi Disc has a 240 mm front disc with the rear drum brake.
- Chrome-bezel headlamp with LED DRL: The motorcycle gets a multi-reflector headlamp with an LED daytime running light and a chrome surround. This combines conventional headlamp hardware with a more premium visual treatment.
- Unbreakable turn-signal mounting: The indicator mounts are highly twistable to reduce damage from minor impacts. This is a practical feature for regular city use and parking situations.
- Impact-resistant body design: The Radeon’s unique impact-resistant design provides protection against scratches and breakage. It is paired with metal construction and chrome accents across the motorcycle.
- DuraLife engine and Eco-Thrust Fuel Injection: The Radeon uses a DuraLife engine and Eco-Thrust Fuel Injection, a combination focused on efficiency and long-term commuter use.
- Single-cradle tubular frame: The motorcycle is built around a single-cradle tubular frame with box-iron chassis construction as a durability-focused element.
- Telescopic front suspension: The front end uses telescopic oil-damped shock absorbers, a conventional setup for a commuter motorcycle.
- Five-step-adjustable rear suspension: The rear uses five-step-adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers. This enables preload adjustment to suit changing rider, pillion, or luggage loads.
- 18-inch tubeless tyres: The Radeon uses 18-inch tubeless tyres, with a 2.75 × 18 front and 3.00 × 18 rear size. These tyres are associated with grip and fuel-efficiency benefits.
- Long cushion seat: The Radeon features a long, cushioned seat intended to support everyday rider and pillion use. It is also described as the largest cushion seat in its class.
- Pillion grab rail with carrier: The rear grab rail incorporates a carrier for luggage. This adds day-to-day utility for carrying small bags or other essentials.
- Lady pillion handle with hook: The Radeon includes a separate pillion handle with a hook, providing comfort and utility for pillion use and carrying daily items.
- Seat height and ground clearance: The seat is designed to be at a comfortable height with narrow sides and 180 mm of ground clearance, helping riders maintain a good posture and clear most roads. However, you should check the fit during a test ride.
- Chrome details: The Radeon includes chrome accents such as the headlamp bezel, meter surround, fork shrouds, and full-chrome metal exhaust shield. These elements distinguish its traditional commuter styling from more minimal entry-level designs.
- Car-like speedometer presentation: The instrument pod is designed as a chrome-mounted, car-like speedometer. On Digi-Cluster versions, the digital information functions supplement the standard speed and trip information.
- Maintenance-free battery: The electrical system uses a 12 V, 4 Ah maintenance-free battery. TVS presents this as supporting dependable electrical performance with reduced routine battery maintenance.
- Variant-dependent front-brake choice: The range gives buyers a choice between a 130 mm front drum brake and a 240 mm front disc brake on the Digi Disc edition. This is one of the most important functional differences between the Radeon variants.
- New LED lighting featuring DRL: Features a new LED headlamp with integrated DRL, LED tail lamp and LED turn indicators at both ends
- New colours available: Available in refreshed colour schemes, including Black & Blue, Black & Red and Black & Orange, depending on the variant.
- Updated Graphics: Gets revised graphics on the fuel tank and body panels for a fresh, modern look.
Build Quality
The Radeon uses a single-cradle tubular frame, while TVS highlights its “super strong box iron chassis” and sturdy metal construction with chrome accents. Its design includes a chrome-bezel headlamp, chrome meter surround, chrome fork shrouds, and a full-chrome metal exhaust shield. TVS also describes the bodywork as a unique impact-resistant design intended to reduce damage from minor scratches and breakage.
The Radeon has a 1,265 mm wheelbase, 180 mm ground clearance, and a kerb weight of 113 kg for drum versions and 115 kg for the disc version. It features five-spoke alloy wheels and tubeless tyres: 2.75 × 18 at the front and 3.00 × 18 at the rear. The 18-inch wheel format is an important part of its commuter-oriented build and road-use character.
The front uses a telescopic oil-damped fork, while the rear has five-step-adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers. The Radeon uses a 130 mm front drum and 110 mm rear drum brake in its drum configuration; the Digi Disc version receives a 240 mm front disc while retaining the 110 mm rear drum. Synchronized Braking Technology is part of the stated braking package.
The Radeon is promoted as a durable commuter, but experiences vary. Some owners feel the build quality is strong, while others have concerns about wet-road handling and finding parts. These are personal opinions and may not match every owner’s experience.
When your bike is delivered, it’s a good idea to check the paint and decals, panel alignment, chrome finish, alloy wheels, tyre manufacturing dates, chain tension and lubrication, suspension movement, brake lever or pedal feel, lights, indicator mounts, fasteners, and any visible wiring. Don’t rely only on claims about impact-resistant bodywork or twistable indicator mounts—always inspect the actual motorcycle yourself.
Handling
The Radeon’s 113–115 kg kerb weight, 1,265 mm wheelbase, narrow commuter proportions, telescopic fork, adjustable rear shocks, and 18-inch wheels define its handling character. The larger wheels, long wheelbase, and 180 mm ground clearance contribute to stability, comfort, and grip on varied road conditions.
Riders found the Radeon light, easy to handle, narrow, and simple to move through traffic. It feels stable in a straight line and over uneven or rough roads at normal speeds. The Radeon is nimble in traffic and easy to steer through tight spaces.
The five-step-adjustable rear suspension lets you change the rear preload for different loads. However, there isn’t one setting that works for everyone or every road. A solo rider, someone with a passenger, or someone carrying luggage may all need different settings, so follow the owner’s manual and check the adjustment during a test ride.
The Radeon’s braking feel differs by version. The drum versions use a 130 mm front drum and 110 mm rear drum, while the Digi Disc has a 240 mm front disc with a rear drum. Drum brakes have decent initial bite but limited lever feedback and could fade; this is based on real-world testing of the drum-brake motorcycle and should not be assumed to describe the Digi Disc version in exactly the same way.
Cautions in long-term reports about wet-road handling mean tyre condition, pressure, braking technique, road contamination, and speed deserve particular attention in monsoon conditions. Synchronized Braking Technology is a rider aid, not a substitute for smooth braking inputs, suitable speed, and properly maintained tyres.
Comfort
The Radeon is configured for daily commuter comfort through a long cushioned seat, relatively narrow seat sides, a conventional upright riding position, a pillion grab rail with carrier, and a separate lady-pillion handle with hook. The seat is described as the “largest cushion seat”, and the narrow-sided seat-height design is intended to provide a commanding posture. No precise accessibility claim for shorter or taller riders should be made from the supplied specifications, as a numerical seat-height measurement is not published.
Test rides have found the handlebar reach natural, footpegs neutrally positioned, and the seat wide and cushioned. Riders describe a neutral riding posture and a seat that remained forgiving on longer rides. Over a 400 km long-term highway ride, the long, wide seat and its cushioning were comfortable for around four hours of uninterrupted riding, with the tank grips supporting the thighs. These observations may not apply to everyone, but they illustrate the Radeon’s commuter-oriented ergonomics.
The suspension provides mixed but generally commuter-appropriate results. Test rides found the Radeon’s ride not as plush as certain rivals at low speeds over poor surfaces, but the suspension did not bottom out during the test. The setup is slightly stiff: potholes, stones, and rumblers can feel jarring at lower speeds, while the motorcycle smooths them better at higher speeds.
By contrast, longer highway use found the suspension commendable on poor patches and judged the overall ride quality positively. This difference reflects how suspension behaviour can vary with road surface, speed, rider weight, pillion load, tyre pressure, and rear-shock adjustment.
You should always take a proper test ride before buying. Try riding in slow traffic, making U-turns, going over speed breakers, rough roads, potholes, and doing firm braking. If you often ride with a passenger, bring them along. Check if the seat is comfortable, the handlebar is easy to reach, the footpegs are in a good spot, the suspension feels right, the brakes work well, steering is easy, you can put your feet down securely when stopped, and the rear-shock setting fits your usual load.
Styling
The Radeon has a classic commuter silhouette rather than an aggressively sporty appearance. Its visual identity is built around a rounded fuel-tank profile, upright handlebar position, long single-piece seat, conventional side panels, a rear luggage-carrier arrangement, and alloy wheels. The sturdy metal build with chrome accents reinforces its traditional, utility-led styling direction.
At the front, the Radeon uses a multi-reflector headlamp with an LED daytime running light and a chrome bezel. TVS also specifies chrome fork shrouds, a chrome-mounted “car-like” instrument surround, and a full-chrome metal exhaust shield. Together, these elements give the motorcycle a more decorated finish than a plain entry-level commuter, while retaining conventional proportions.
The five-spoke alloy wheels and 18-inch tyre profile contribute to the Radeon’s tall, traditional stance. The motorcycle’s 180 mm ground clearance, long wheelbase, and narrow-sided seat design are framed by TVS as part of its comfort- and stability-oriented commuter package, rather than as styling features alone.
The All Black Edition adopts a darker, monochromatic appearance. By comparison, the Base Edition uses colour-led paint choices, and the Digi Drum/Digi Disc variants are presented in dual-tone Blue-Black, Red-Black, and Black finishes. Exact paint, decal, wheel, and trim availability should be confirmed with a local dealer because options may vary by production and stock.
Colour Options And Variants
The Radeon is offered in eight colour options, including single-tone and dual-tone finishes, with multiple black-based variations. The following paint treatments are available:
Digi Drum and Digi Disc colours
- Red & Black DT Drum
- Black & Orange Drum
- Black & Red Drum
- Red & Black DT Disc
- Black & Orange Disc
Base Edition colours
- Black & Blue
- Black & Red
The Radeon lineup has four variants
- Base Edition
- Digi Drum
- Digi Disc
The fundamental styling remains the same across the range, but the colour choices, instrument treatment, and front-brake hardware differ. The digital instrument cluster appears on the Digi-Cluster edition, while the Digi Disc is the version with a 240 mm front disc brake.
| Variant |
Visual identity |
Instrument Presentation |
Front brake |
| Base Edition |
Single-tone colour option including Black & Blue,Black & Red |
Standard cluster specification not separately
identified on the official page |
130 mm drum |
| Digi Drum |
Digi- Cluster presentation with dual-tone and black option |
Digital cluster with real-time mileage
display,clock,service indicator,and low-fuel indication |
130 mm drum |
| Digi Disc |
Digi- Cluster presentation with dual-tone and black option |
Digital cluster with real-time mileage
display,clock,service indicator,and low-fuel indication |
240 mm disc |
Base Edition
The Base Edition is the colour-focused standard Radeon, offered in Starlight Blue, Metal Black, Royal Purple, and Titanium Grey. It retains the classic commuter styling, including the chrome-bezel headlamp, long seat, alloy wheels, metal exhaust shield, and luggage-oriented rear carrier treatment.
Digi Drum
The Digi Drum adds the Digi-Cluster visual and functional element while retaining a 130 mm front drum brake. Its digital display includes real-time mileage information, a clock, a service indicator, and low-fuel indication. It is shown in Red & Black, Black & Orange,Black & Red and Black finishes.
Digi Disc
The Digi Disc is the most differentiated Radeon variant visually and functionally, as it combines the digital cluster with a 240 mm front disc brake. It shares the Digi-Cluster colour presentation—Dual Tone Red & Black, Dual Tone Black & Orange, and Black—but its front disc and caliper make it easy to distinguish from the drum-brake versions at a glance.
Choose the All Black Edition for a darker, uniform aesthetic; the Base Edition for the broadest single-tone colour selection;
Digi Drum for the digital-cluster presentation while retaining a drum front brake; and Digi Disc for the same digital display with the most visually prominent front-brake setup in the Radeon lineup.
Value For Money And Pricing
The TVS Radeon is priced from ₹ 67,100 ex-showroom in Delhi for the base All Black variant. Its value proposition is built around a traditional 110 cc commuter format with a 109.7 cc fuel-injected engine, long seat, 18-inch wheels, practical luggage provisions, and the option of a digital cluster or front-disc brake on higher variants.
There are four Radeon variants in India: All Black Edition, Base Edition, Digi Drum, and Digi Disc. All quoted prices are ex-showroom and do not include mandatory or optional accessories, registration, insurance, road tax, or other city-specific on-road charges.
The All Black Edition is the entry point to the Radeon range. The Base Edition costs more and provides the standard colour-led Radeon proposition. The Digi Drum costs more than the Base Edition, while the Digi Disc costs further over the Digi Drum.
The Digi Disc’s price figure makes it more expensive than the All Black Edition. That price increase combines the Digi-Cluster equipment with the 240 mm front disc brake, compared with the 130 mm front drum brake fitted to drum-brake versions.
The Radeon offers value in different ways depending on the version selected. Its standard equipment includes a 109.7 cc DuraLife engine with Eco-Thrust Fuel Injection, a four-speed gearbox, self-start and kick-start, 18-inch tubeless tyres, a long seat, luggage-oriented grab rail, five-step-adjustable rear suspension, and Synchronized Braking Technology.
The All Black Edition is the value-first choice. It is aimed at buyers who want the Radeon’s core commuter platform with a blacked-out look while keeping upfront expenditure low. It makes sense where the priority is basic daily transport rather than a digital instrument cluster or front-disc brake.
The Base Edition is best viewed as a colour-choice upgrade. It adds access to colours such as Starlight Blue, Metal Black, Royal Purple, and Titanium Grey. Its strongest rationale is visual preference, because TVS’s listed technical foundation remains the same commuter setup.
The Digi Drum introduces the key digital-cluster package, including real-time mileage information, clock, service indicator, low-fuel indication, speedometer, odometer, trip meter, and fuel-level information for the Digi-Cluster edition. This version is relevant for a buyer who wants more on-board information but does not specifically require a front disc brake.
The Digi Disc is the highest-equipped Radeon. It adds a 240 mm front disc brake; it retains the Digi-Cluster package and the rear 110 mm drum brake. On equipment alone, it is the clearest upgrade within the Radeon range for buyers who value the front-disc setup.
| Buyer priority |
Version to consider |
Value reason |
| Standard colours at a lower price than Digi variants |
Base Edition |
Access to the Base Edition colour choices without the Digi-
Cluster price step. |
| Digital information features with front drum brake |
Digi Drum |
Digi-Cluster adds real-time mileage, clock, service
reminder, and low-fuel indication. |
| Digital cluster plus front disc brake |
Digi Disc |
Adds a 240 mm front disc more than Digi Drum. |
The value decision is therefore straightforward: choose All Black or Base if the budget is tightly controlled; select Digi Drum if the digital display functions matter; and choose Digi Disc when the small step above Digi Drum for a front disc brake fits the budget. The USB charging spot and side-stand beeper are accessories or non-standard fitments and should be confirmed with the dealer.
The Radeon competes in India’s entry-level commuter segment. Its closest alternatives include other 100–110 cc commuter motorcycles from major manufacturers.
- Hero Splendor Plus
- Honda Shine 100
- Hero HF Deluxe
- Bajaj Platina 110
- Bajaj CT 110X
These motorcycles target daily commuting, fuel-efficiency needs, and budget-sensitive buyers, but their final value changes with city-level pricing, variant, running costs, features, and dealer support.
The Radeon’s core value lies in the entry versions: the All Black Edition and Base Edition provide a low-cost route into a 109.7 cc fuel-injected commuter with a four-speed transmission, long seat, 18-inch wheels, Synchronized Braking Technology, and everyday utility features.
The Digi Disc is the most complete version in the range because it pairs the Digi-Cluster package with a 240 mm front disc brake, yet it costs only slightly more than the Digi Drum. For buyers who can accommodate its ex-showroom price, this is the Radeon variant that adds the most meaningful mechanical difference over the Digi Drum.
