TVS Motor Company has taken a big step toward launching its aggressive new supermoto by patenting the design of the RTS X 300 in India. First unveiled at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025, this radical-looking concept marks TVS’s entry into the performance-focused supermoto category. With its design now protected, the bike’s launch seems closer than ever.
Design
The RTS X 300 is built on the same platform as the Apache RTX 300, but the similarities end there. It ditches the faired bodywork and adopts a rugged supermoto design language. Up front, you get a stubby beak-style fender, minimal fork covers, and a tiny headlamp cowl—classic supermoto stuff.
The bodywork is unique, especially with its transparent side panels and a flat bench-style seat that flows seamlessly into the fuel tank. It’s all purpose-built, stripped-down, and ready to slide around corners.
Engine
Underneath all the attitude is a brand-new 299cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine that’s been developed entirely in-house by TVS. This engine is not just a one-off for the RTS X—it will be the base for future models, including ADVs and naked bikes.
This motor produces 34.5bhp and 28.5Nm, paired with a six-speed gearbox. It’s a sharp step up in performance from the BMW-sourced 312cc engine seen on the Apache RR 310. More importantly, it gives TVS the flexibility to shape its own high-performance future without relying on external platforms.
Hardware
Keeping with supermoto tradition, the RTS X 300 runs on 17-inch wheels at both ends, shod with road-biased Eurogrip tyres. Suspension duties are managed by 43mm upside-down forks up front and a preload-adjustable rear monoshock. Impressively, both ends offer 180mm of travel, which makes the bike just as playful on broken roads and dirt tracks.
At 143.5kg kerb weight, the RTS X is a lightweight machine that promises serious agility. Combine that with 240mm of ground clearance and you’ve got a bike that can handle urban potholes just as easily as a weekend trail session.
Launch
Although it’s still in concept form, the patent filing suggests that TVS is actively working on bringing this model to production. If all goes to plan, we could see the RTS X 300 hit Indian roads by 2026. Once launched, it will go up against performance-centric rivals like the upcoming KTM 390 SMC R.
TVS has a solid reputation when it comes to delivering high-performance machines that are also accessible and well-priced. If the production version stays true to the concept, the RTS X 300 could become a go-to option for riders looking for a nimble, powerful, and exciting supermoto.
Specs Table
Here’s a snapshot of what the TVS RTS X 300 concept offers:
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 299cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC |
| Power Output | 34.5bhp |
| Torque | 28.5Nm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Front Suspension | 43mm USD forks (180mm travel) |
| Rear Suspension | Preload-adjustable monoshock |
| Wheels | 17-inch (front and rear) |
| Tyres | Eurogrip, road-biased |
| Ground Clearance | 240mm |
| Kerb Weight | 143.5kg |
With a mix of modern styling, performance-focused hardware, and fresh engineering, the RTS X 300 could turn out to be a game-changer in its category.
FAQs
What is the RTS X 300 based on?
It shares its platform with the Apache RTX 300.
What engine does it use?
A new 299cc, liquid-cooled DOHC engine by TVS.
When will the RTS X 300 launch?
It is expected to launch in India by 2026.
What is its main rival?
It will rival the upcoming KTM 390 SMC R.
How much does the RTS X 300 weigh?
It has a kerb weight of 143.5kg.
