Bengaluru: TVS Racing will supply the newly developed Apache GP200R bikes to participants in the Pro Stock 200 class, a category introduced by the Madras International Circuit (MIC) to democratize professional racing. Seven teams and twelve riders have been selected following trials on May 28 at the MIC.
TVS Motor Company has become the official race machine provider for the 2025 Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship (INMRC).
For the first time ever, a two-wheeler manufacturer in India will deliver factory-developed, race-tuned motorcycles to independent racing teams, reaffirming TVS’s leadership in motorsport innovation and commitment to nurturing competitive talent.
TVS will also extend full technical and engineering support throughout the championship, ensuring optimum machine performance.
TVS Racing: Specifications of the Race-Tuned Apache GP200R
- Displacement: 200cc
- Weight: 105 kg
- Top Speed: 155+ km/h
- Power: 40% boost over stock engine
Key modifications include a high-efficiency cylinder head, advanced ECU with data logging, quickshifter, race-tuned exhaust, aerodynamic bodywork, adjustable suspension, and enhanced braking performance.
“We’re proud to be the first in Indian motorsport history to empower independent teams with race-ready machines,” said Vimal Sumbly, Head – Premium Business, TVS Motor Company.
“As we celebrate 20 years of TVS Apache, this initiative underscores our commitment to making professional racing more accessible and aspirational for every rider.”
TVS Racing’s 2025 Line-up in Pro Stock 300–400cc Class:
With 11-time national champion Jagan Kumar transitioning to the role of rider coach, the team will feature elite racers like Rakshith Dave, Alwin Sundar, Sarthak Chavan, Chirant V, and KY Ahamed, India’s first wildcard Moto3 entrant.
The Pro Stock 300–400cc race machines will also feature performance enhancements in aerodynamics, engine tuning, and suspension dynamics based on 2024 learnings.
Over Four Decades of Racing Legacy:
For over 43 years, TVS Racing has set the gold standard in Indian motorsport. Its iconic Apache brand—celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025 – has translated race technologies into real-world performance, forming the backbone of a global community of over 400,000 riders through the Apache Owners Group (AOG).
As TVS continues its “Track to Road” journey, its latest move at INMRC 2025 marks a turning point in how India experiences and participates in professional motorcycle racing.
