TVS Wego

TVS Wego is a scooter manufactured by TVS Motor Company.[1][2] It is a unisex, dual usage scooter and was introduced in 2010.[3][4] After the releasing several variants of TVS Scooty, the company entered in the higher end segment of the scooterette market by introducing Wego.

TVS Wego
ManufacturerTVS Motor
Engine110 cc (6.7 cu in) CVT-I, 4 Stroke, air-cooled, single, spark ignition
TransmissionCVT
SuspensionFront: Advanced telescopic suspension Rear: Unit swing, gas-filled hydraulic damper
Fuel capacity5 l (1.1 imp gal; 1.3 US gal)
RelatedTVS Jupiter, TVS Scooty Zest

The TVS Wego is the only scooter with body balance technology in India. Body balance technology works on combining an ergonomic design with an engine placement that ensures an optimum center of gravity. This in turn improves maneuverability and stability, helping the user to handle varying road conditions.[5]

Awards

TVS Wego won the award for India’s Best Executive Scooter from J.D Power two years in a row in 2015 and 2016.[6][7]

TVS Wego has won four Scooter of the Year awards in 2011: CNBC TV 18 Overdrive,[8] Business Standard Motoring,[9] NDTV Car and Bike,[10] and Bike India. It is also recipient of India Design Mark in 2014.[11]

Product

The TVS Wego is powered by a 109.7cc CVT-i high torque and a variomatic transmission for providing power on demand. The company claims to deliver a 62 kmpl mileage.[12] It has a low friction design, molycoat piston, and low friction engine oil.[13]

TVS introduced features aimed at suiting the riding ergonomics of both its male and female customers. For its male consumers, TVS developed a large capacity engine, full metallic body for more sturdiness, and a spacious seat. For its female consumers, the company has focused on making the Wego light and compact with easy to handle mechanicals and included storage space.

The scooter is designed to package 12 inch wheels, a low seat height for easy ground reach, external fuel fill, and under seat storage.[13]

It is equipped with a fully digital instrument console that sports a trip meter and gives the rider service reminders, low fuel, and low battery indicators.[14]

It has a telescopic suspension and gas filled rear shock absorbers for providing comfort to the rider. A patented easy center stand is geared at making it convenient for the user to put the bike up on center stand.[13]

Other features include a dual side handle lock for ease in parking, a kick start mechanism that makes it possible to start the scooter while sitting, a luminous ignition key for better visibility, and tubeless tyres.

For enhanced safety and ease of operation, the company employs the Sync Braking Technology that features a system which integrates the rear brake and the front brake.[15] It also has Multi-refractor headlamps and a disc brake.[16]

The TVS Wego comes in 10 colours: Metallic orange, Metallic T-Grey, Volcanic Red, Deep Sky Blue, Midnight Black, Sporty White, Dual Tone : Orange + Black, Red+ Black, Blue + Black [17]

Developments

The company introduced a BS IV compliant version in 2017. The updated version was also fitted with a USB charging port, silver oak panels, and a dual toned seat. It was launched in two new colors: Metallic orange and T-grey.[18]

#WhyStopHere Blog

The company runs a blog targeted at young urbanites that celebrating the spirit of the millennials that want to go above and beyond. It covers articles in the areas of Travel, Lifestyle, Culture, Hacks, and tips and tricks for the Wego.

References
  1. "TVS Wego launched in Guntur". The Hindu'. 2010. Retrieved February 22, 2012.
  2. "TVS to ramp up Hosur plant production for 'Wego'". Business Standard. December 14, 2010. Retrieved February 22, 2012.
  3. "TVS Wego | Wheels Guru". www.wheelsguru.com. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  4. "TVS Wego, Saat Phere". www.afaqs.com. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  5. "TVS Wego 110CC | Motorbikes". www.motorbikeslk.com. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  6. Rich.Kleckner@jdpa.com (2015-04-03). "2015 India Two-Wheeler Initial Quality Study (2WIQS) Study | TVS Wego". J.D. Power. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  7. kristi.white (2016-01-26). "J.D. Power 2016 India Two-Wheeler Initial Quality (2WIQS) Study". J.D. Power. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  8. "CNBC TV-18 Overdrive Awards 2011 - Indian Cars Bikes". www.indiancarsbikes.in. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  9. Team, B. S. M. (2011-01-15). "And the winners are..." Business Standard India. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  10. "Review on TVS Wego by euphoria 82 top speed 102kmh MouthShut.com". Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  11. "TVS Launches the 2014 TVS WEGO - NDTV CarAndBike". CarAndBike. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  12. epagemaker. "Features of TVS Wego 110, the best mileage scooter in india". www.tvswego.com. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  13. "TVS WEGO : First Look". BikeAdvice.in. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  14. "2014 TVS Wego facelift: Review". ZigWheels.com. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  15. "TVS Motors Introduce 'Sync Brake System' Technology in Wego and Jupiter". News18. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  16. "TVS Wego Disc - Check Prices, Specifications and Reviews @ ZigWheels". ZigWheels.com. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  17. epagemaker. "TVS Wego 110 and the various colours it is available in". www.tvswego.com. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
  18. "BS IV Compliant 2017 TVS Wego Launched In India At Rs. 50,434 - NDTV CarAndBike". CarAndBike. Retrieved 2017-07-06.
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