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Detailed explanation-1: -Detailed Solution. TVS Motor has launched India’s first ethanol-powered motorcycle, a ‘green’ version of its popular Apache RTR 200 4V. The bike uses 100% ethanol to replace petrol.

Detailed explanation-2: -TVS Motor launches India’s first ethanol-powered bike | Autocar Professional. TVS Motor had first showcased the Apache RTR 200 4V Ethanol concept at Auto Expo 2018. TVS Motor Company today launched India’s first ethanol-based motorcycle – the TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100 – priced at Rs 120,000.

Detailed explanation-3: -Srinivasan had previously said the rushed timeline will impact adversely investments and employment in the auto industry. NEW DELHI: Chennai-based TVS Motor Company Friday launched the country’s first ethanol-powered motorcycle TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100 to help bring down crude imports and reduce air pollution.

Detailed explanation-4: -Coming to the power source, Honda Click 160 is powered by a 157cc single-cylinder fuel-injected liquid-cooled engine. It churns out 15 bhp and works in combination with a CVT automatic transmission. It is to be noted that the scooter can also fuel with 20 per cent ethanol in it.

Detailed explanation-5: -India’s first motorcycle that can run on the ethanol-based fuel, TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100, is available at a price of Rs 1.20 lakh, ex-showroom.