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TVS to launch a new cruiser motorcycle in 2020: Report
Last updated on Nov 18, 2019, 12:35 am
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Taking on Bajaj Avenger and Suzuki Intruder, TVS Motor Company is gearing up to launch a new cruiser, Zeppelin, in India early next year.
The home-grown automaker will reportedly launch the production-ready model of the Zeppelin, which was first showcased as a concept last year at the Auto Expo.
Here's all about it.
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Design
TVS Zeppelin: At a glance
![TVS Zeppelin: At a glance]( "TVS Zeppelin: At a glance")
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The TVS Zeppelin will offer a naked street design with a two-tone color scheme, comfortable riding position, handlebar-mounted mirrors, and golden-colored front forks.
The motorcycle will house a hexagonal shaped headlamp, spoked wheels, and company's emblem on the fuel tank.
Apart from that, it will also get an all-LED lighting setup for headlamp, turn indicators, and taillights.
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Power and performance
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The production-ready model of the Zeppelin is likely to be powered by a 220cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine which comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The mill is capable of producing 20bhp of maximum power at 8,500rpm and 18.5Nm of peak torque at 7,000rpm.
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Safety
Here's a look at the safety and suspension setup
![Here's a look at the safety and suspension setup]( "Here's a look at the safety and suspension setup")
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On the safety front, the TVS Zeppelin will come equipped with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, along with dual-channel ABS for improved road handling.
To handle the suspension duties, the motorcycle will house 41mm conventional telescopic forks up front and a monoshock unit on the rear.
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And, how much will it cost?
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At present, there is no official word on the pricing of Zeppelin in India. However, according to the report, it will cost somewhere around Rs. 1.25-1.30 lakh. Once launched, it will lock horns with rivals such as Suzuki Intruder and Bajaj Avenger.
