New Black Diamond Edition rides into the market at ₹2.88 lakh, bringing keyless ignition to the Apache RR 310’s top‑tier lineup.
Under the hood, a 312.2 cc liquid‑cooled single gives 37 hp at 9,800 rpm and 29 Nm at 7,900 rpm. In sport mode it bursts to 164 km/h top speed, 0‑60 km/h in 2.82 s, 0‑100 km/h in 6.74 s. Urban and rain modes trim power to 29.5 hp and 26.5 Nm for smoother city rides.
The package keeps the quickshifter, Race‑Tuned Dynamic Stability Control, cornering traction control, launch control, cruise control, cornering ABS, and drag‑torque control intact. The key addition is a keyless start that sits on the left handlebar, matching the feature now standard on the RTR 310.
For buyers eyeing the 300‑cc segment, the Black Diamond sits above the current Apache RTR 310 (₹2.49 lakh) and rivals the KTM 390 Duke (₹2.90 lakh) and Yamaha MT‑07 (₹3.20 lakh). It offers comparable performance but with a bundle of electronics that rivals higher‑priced peers.
The bike will roll off the production line next month and will hit showrooms across major metros by June 2024. Test rides will be available at authorized dealers, and buyers should keep an eye on possible battery‑pack upgrades slated for the next cycle.