TVS Star City Plus: The Pioneering Premium Commuter Motorbike

Powering the new Star City bike is a 109.7cc BS6 fuel-injected engine mated to a four-speed constant mesh transmission that churns out a maximum power of 8.08 bhp (6.03PS) at 7,500rpm and a max torque of 8.7 Nm at 4,500rpm.

The new Ecothrust fuel-injected powertrain produces a marginally lower power and torque compared to the BS4 engine.

The motorcycle accelerates from 0-60kmph in 7.6 seconds and can clock a maximum 85-90kmph speed.

The ARAI-tested fuel efficiency in ideal conditions gets claimed to be 86kmpl; however, the actual TVS Star City mileage of 75-80kmph is 15% more fuel-efficient than the previous BS4 model.

The sporty commuter bike gets built on a single cradle frame linked to a pair of telescopic front forks with five-step adjustable hydraulic shockers at the rear.

In the base variant, the braking duties get performed by a pair of 110 mm drum brakes at the front and rear wheels assisted by the Synchronized Braking Technology. The top variant gets a disc brake at the front.

The TVS Star City Plus looks like a sleek and sporty street bike, but it comes under the commuter segment owing to its specifications and functionalities.

The most striking feature is its all-new LED headlight (integrated with a pair of side indicator lights), making it the first bike in its segment to feature one. A pair of black rearview mirrors give a wide-angle view of the road behind.

The 10-litre chiselled fuel tank sports the company’s logo, sporty decals and gets attractively shaped. The long dual-tone seat gets made of high-quality material and contrast stitching to give a comfortable riding experience.

Speaking of riding experience, the seat height of 785 mm makes it accessible to a wide range of riders of varying heights. The soft-touch switchgear also makes changing gears effortless. The rear footpegs and grab rail also give comfort and safety to pillion riders.

Just below the rear grab rail, a set of sleek tail lamps and indicator lights gets fitted. The exhaust pipe is slightly upswept and shielded with a superior stainless-steel muffler that beautifully complements the coloured shock absorbers. The all-black alloy wheels add style to the bike.

The bike comes in three variants:

• TVS Star City Plus Mono Tone BS-VI
• TVS Star City Plus Dual Tone BS-VI
• TVS Star City Plus Disc

The bike comes in seven colour options:

• Black Blue
• Black Red
• Blue Silver
• Grey Black
• Red Black
• White Black
• Pearl Blue-Silver

• All-LED headlamp: The bike comes with a stylish all-LED headlamp that makes it the first bike in its segment to feature such a headlight.
• Daytime running lights: The bike gets DRLs that run during the day to enhance visibility.
• Side indicators: The front side indicators are integrated with the headlamp, while the rear side indicators are near the grab rail.
• Taillight: The taillight indicates that the rider applied the brakes to slow down or stop.
• Semi-digital instrument console: The instrument cluster comprises a digital odometer, fuel gauge, clock, etc. and an analogue speedometer.
• Coloured shock absorbers: Colored shock absorbers give the bike a stunning look.
• Aluminium grab rail: The grab rail is made of aluminium and enables the pillion rider to hold on to it on rough roads or
• Electric start: All the variants come with the electric start feature, which enables riders to start the bike with just the press of a button.
• Synchronised Braking Technology: The combined braking system of the bike slows both wheels simultaneously for better control and grip.
• Alloy wheels: The three variants come with all-black 17-inch alloy wheels, giving the bike a sporty look.
• Engine start/stop switch: The start/stop button is helpful in heavy traffic, or logjams, or while waiting at a traffic signal as it can save fuel by starting or stopping the motor at the right time.
• Pass switch: This switch allows riders to give a signal before overtaking any vehicle in front of them.
• USB mobile charger: The USB mobile charger enables riders to charge their mobile phones while moving.