If you’re hunting a pocket‑friendly adventure bike, the TVS Apache RTX 300 arriving in Italy could fit the bill. The model starts at €4,890, a sharp price point for a 299cc machine that still packs 35.5 bhp.
Under the hood, the Italian‑spec Apache carries the same 299cc single‑bank, liquid‑cooled engine that churns out 35.5 bhp and 28.5 Nm. A six‑speed gearbox keeps the power in a usable band, while a trellis frame and USD forks give it the chassis language of a true adventure bike. Compare that to the KTM 390 Adventure’s 43 bhp, and you’ll see the RTX 300 sits in the lower‑mid‑range class, but its lower cost may win over budget buyers.
TVS has split the line into an Essential and an Adventurer. The Essential, available in black or white, comes with a 5‑inch TFT cluster, traction control, four ride modes, and cruise control – a pretty robust set for a base kit. The Adventurer, painted a single green, adds a corrosion‑resistant chain, bidirectional quickshifter, tyre‑pressure monitoring, and adjustable rear suspension, pushing the price to €5,290.
The bike was launched in India last year for ₹1.99 lakh ex‑showroom, but the European version carries extra weight from import duties and EU safety mandates like dual‑channel ABS and the option to disable rear ABS. That explains the modest price hike to €5,290 for the top trim. For Indian buyers, the price difference also reflects the cost of shipping and different tire standards.
TVS has already set up a network of showrooms across Rome, Milan, and Delhi (for exports) with deliveries expected to start in September. Buyers in other major Italian cities like Naples, Turin, and Florence can book by the end of the month. Keep an eye on the next wave of exports to Spain and France, where TVS plans to roll out the same spec models next year.