Kamal Ghorui
The TVS Ronin range could soon get a new twist, and if you are planning to buy one, it might be worth holding on for a bit longer. TVS Motor Company has filed a design patent for a café racer version of the Ronin. While the company has not confirmed a launch timeline yet, the filing of a design patent usually indicates intent to explore production possibilities.
TVS Ronin Cafe Racer : What to expect
While the standard Ronin has been around since 2022, interestingly, this is not the first time such a concept has surfaced. TVS had earlier showcased a cafe racer-style Ronin at its MotoSoul event. Now with the patent officially filed, the idea seems to be moving closer to reality.From the design sketches, the biggest highlight is the front-end styling. The bike features a retro cafe racer fairing built around a circular headlamp, topped with a curved windscreen. The riding stance is expected to be more aggressive, thanks to low-set clip-on handlebars and rear-set footpegs.
Other changes that we can spot include a single-piece seat with an integrated rear cowl, along with a short, upswept exhaust. Under the skin, the mechanical setup is likely to remain unchanged. The cafe racer variant is expected to use the same 225.9cc single-cylinder engine that produces around 20 bhp and 20 Nm of torque. This motor comes paired with a 5-speed gearbox and an assist and slipper clutch. Suspension duties will likely be handled by USD fork at the front and a monoshock at the rear, with disc brakes on both ends.
