TVS Files Design Patent For The Tangent RR In India – First Look Of Apache RR 450?

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The Tangent RR will be based on the new 450cc-class twin-cylinder platform, which has been jointly developed by TVS and BMW

TVS Motor Company is ready to expand its portfolio in the Indian market, and the next big launch could be a new fully faired 450cc twin-cylinder sportbike. The development builds around the recent design patent filed by the Indian two-wheeler manufacturer for the Tangent RR, which was showcased in concept form at the 2025 EICMA.

While the details of the upcoming TVS twin-cylinder motorcycle are scarce at the moment, we believe that the Tangent RR will join the brand’s line-up as the Apache RR 450, positioned as the new flagship product. Once launched, it will rival the likes of the Aprilia RS 457 and Yamaha R3.

BMW will most likely launch its own version of the 450cc fully faired sportbike, something we have seen with the current 310cc platform. Apart from this, the sports naked version of the 450cc motorcycle could also debut at a later stage, joining the RTR series in the company’s portfolio.

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Talking about the design patent, the Tangent RR appears quite similar to the concept version showcased last year. It features an aggressive faired sportbike stance with sharp styling elements, along with lots of cuts and creases. Some of the design highlights of the Tangent RR include a dual-headlamp setup, sculpted tank, sleek fairing, and a set of clip-on handlebars.

Overall, the bikes seem quite track-oriented, and the slick tyres seen in the patent images further point in the same direction. However, the final production version will likely be more road-focused with regular tyres and a proper two-piece seating setup.

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In terms of hardware, we can spot the USD forks at the front and a rear mono-shock. The bike sports a dual-disc setup at the front, highlighting the strong focus on the braking capabilities. It gets an under-seat exhaust, however, we expect the final production version to come with an under-belly exhaust, as seen on the recent spy shots. In addition to this, the monocoque subframe can also be seen in the patent images.

The TVS Tangent RR will be powered by the new 450cc-class twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The power output figures will stand around 48 hp and 43 Nm of peak torque. In terms of features, the sportbike is expected to get a long list of electronic aids, and an advanced digital instrument cluster.

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