The TVS Ronin range may get a new twist soon, and if you’re planning to buy one, it might be worth holding on to for a while. TVS Motor Company has filed a design patent for a cafe racer version of the Ronin. While the company has yet to confirm a launch timeline, the filing of the design patent generally indicates an intention to explore production possibilities.
TVS Ronin Cafe Racer : What to expect.
While the standard Ronin has been around since 2022, interestingly, this isn’t the first time such a concept has come up. TVS had earlier showcased the cafe racer-styled Ronin at its MotoSoul event. Now with the patent officially filed, the idea seems to be getting closer to reality.From the design sketches, the biggest highlight is the front-end styling. The bike has a retro cafe racer fairing built around a circular headlamp, with a curved windscreen. The riding stance is expected to be more aggressive thanks to low-set clip-on handlebars and rear-seat footpegs.
Other changes we can see include a single-piece seat with an integrated rear cowl, as well as a shorter, higher-pitched 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. The motor comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox and an assist and slipper clutch. Suspension duties are likely to be handled by USD forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear, with disc brakes at both ends.
