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TVS Ronin

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Ronin

₹ 1,27,741ex-showroom · last updated 2026

Check on-road pricevs Royal Enfield Hunter 350
Engine
225.9cc
Power
20.1bhp
Mileage
42kmpl
Weight
159kg
EMI starting from ₹5,000/month · subject to bank approval
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TVS Ronin — Overview

The TVS Ronin is a cruiser bike available at a price range of Rs. 1,27,741 - Rs. 1,61,205 in India. It comes in 6 variants and 7 colours. It is powered by a 225.9 cc BS6 Phase 2 engine and has a user reported mileage of 40 kmpl. With both front and rear disc brakes, the TVS Ronin comes with anti-locking braking system. The Ronin bike weighs 159 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters. It develops a power output of 20.1 bhp and a torque of 19.93 Nm.

TVS Ronin retail sales nearly doubled - up about 97% year-on-year - in the April-June 2026 quarter, giving it an 8% share of TVS's total two-wheeler wholesales and roughly 36% of the entire 200-250cc segment. Priced from Rs 1,30,290 to Rs 1,62,640 across six variants, the 225.9cc Ronin blends cafe racer and scrambler cues in a segment usually dominated by Royal Enfield and Honda. A 5-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch is standard across the range, the Top variant gets USD front forks with dual-channel ABS and Rain/Road riding modes, and SmartXonnect Bluetooth connectivity comes standard from the Mid trim upward. TVS quietly nudged ex-showroom prices up by roughly Rs 1,000-1,600 across the lineup between May and August 2026, but the core specification is unchanged since the August 2025 facelift, which made dual-channel ABS standard on the Mid variant and introduced the Glacier Silver and Charcoal Ember colours. In everyday riding - heavy Mumbai traffic, a Sunday run down NH44 - the Ronin's light 159 kg kerb weight and 42.95 kmpl ARAI mileage make it an easy bike to live with. The honest catch: seat comfort fades on longer rides, vibrations creep in past roughly 65 kmph, and the pillion perch suits short hops far better than two-up touring.

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  • TVS Ronin wholesales hit 28,619 units in Q1 FY2027 (Apr-Jun 2026), up 97% year-on-year from 14,530 units in Q1 FY2026, lifting its share of TVS's total two-wheeler wholesales to 8% (from 4%) and giving it a 36% share of the 200-250cc segment (78,880 units).

What We Like

  • Distinctive retro-modern design that turns heads in traffic - owners and reviewers consistently call the styling the Ronin's biggest draw ('stunning looks which makes the heads turn').
  • City-friendly performance: Glide Through Technology, smooth low-speed tractability, and a light 159 kg kerb weight make stop-and-go traffic and tight parking feel effortless.
  • Real-world fuel efficiency of 40+ kmpl tracks the ARAI-claimed 42.95 kmpl closely, keeping running costs low.
  • Feature-rich for the price: USD front fork on the Top, an assist and slipper clutch across the entire range, SmartXonnect Bluetooth, full-LED lighting, and dual ABS riding modes.

What Could Be Better

  • Seat comfort fades on longer rides - multiple owners say the seat needs more padding and coverage for sustained journeys.
  • Vibrations set in from roughly 65-100 kmph upward, making extended highway cruising tiring rather than relaxed.
  • Pillion accommodation is limited on the highway - comfort suffers noticeably with a heavier rider-pillion combination.

Editor's Verdict

Should You Buy the TVS Ronin?

The TVS Ronin remains the most distinctive-looking motorcycle under Rs 1.65 Lakh in India, and its light weight, strong fuel efficiency, and generous feature list - slipper clutch, dual-channel ABS, USD fork on Top - make it an easy recommendation for city riders and weekend explorers. Sales data backs this up: Ronin volumes nearly doubled year-on-year in mid-2026, cementing its place as TVS's flagship retro offering. Just treat it as a city-and-weekend bike rather than a highway tourer - the seat and vibrations past 65 kmph will make longer runs feel like work.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is the ex-showroom price of the TVS Ronin, and how much does it cost on-road in Delhi and Mumbai?▾
The TVS Ronin's ex-showroom price ranges from Rs 1,30,290 to Rs 1,62,640 across six variants. Including RTO road tax, insurance, and registration, the on-road price for the Base Lightning Black variant is approximately Rs 1,51,594 in Delhi and Rs 1,55,502 in Mumbai as of August 2026.
QWhat is the mileage of the TVS Ronin in city and highway riding?▾
TVS claims an ARAI-certified mileage of 42.95 kmpl for the Ronin's 225.9cc engine. Real-world owner reports put mixed city-and-highway mileage at 40+ kmpl, and with the 14-litre fuel tank that works out to a theoretical range of over 580 km per fill.
QWhat is the service cost and service interval for the TVS Ronin?▾
TVS recommends a service every 3,000 km or 6 months for the Ronin, and the first three services are free under the standard warranty. With a service network of over 4,000 touchpoints across India, spares and servicing remain accessible even in Tier-2 and Tier-3 towns.
QWhat is the approximate EMI for the TVS Ronin base variant?▾
On the Base Lightning Black's on-road price of roughly Rs 1,51,594 in Delhi, financing 80% of the value over 36 months at around 9% interest works out to an EMI of approximately Rs 3,850-3,900 per month. TVS Credit Services offers in-house financing at authorised dealers, often with same-day approval.
QHow does the TVS Ronin compare to the Royal Enfield Hunter 350?▾
The TVS Ronin (225.9cc, Rs 1,30,290-1,62,640) is priced below the Royal Enfield Hunter 350, which now starts around Rs 1.38 Lakh and spans up to Rs 1.71 Lakh across four variants with a 349cc engine. The Ronin counters with a lighter 159 kg kerb weight, a standard slipper clutch, and dual-channel ABS with Rain/Road modes on its Mid and Top variants -- features the Hunter 350 doesn't match at an equivalent price.
QWhat is the waiting period for the TVS Ronin in India?▾
Waiting periods for the TVS Ronin vary by city and dealership, and have lengthened in 2026 for the Mid and Top variants after retail sales nearly doubled (up 97% year-on-year) in the April-June 2026 quarter. It's best to confirm the exact delivery timeline with your local TVS dealer before booking.
QIs the TVS Ronin comfortable for highway riding?▾
The TVS Ronin handles highway stints reasonably well up to around 65 kmph, but owners across Team-BHP and BikeDekho reviews consistently report vibrations setting in from roughly 65-100 kmph onward, making extended highway cruising tiring. Pillion comfort on long highway runs is also limited, so the Ronin suits city and weekend riding better than full highway touring.
QWhat is the seat height of the TVS Ronin?▾
The TVS Ronin has a seat height of 795 mm, which is accessible to most Indian riders including those on the shorter side. Combined with its light 159 kg kerb weight, this makes the Ronin easy to manage at traffic stops and while parking.

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