TVS NTORQ 150

THE NEXT-LEVEL NTORQ

- CHRISTOPHER CHAVES

With the new Ntorq 150, TVS is turning the wick up in the performance-scooter space.

More power, more torque, more features, and a whole lot more attitude—this is TVS swinging for the fences. We recently headed to TVS’ test track to see what the fuss is all about.

The Ntorq 150 is not just a reskinned 125. The silhouette might remind you of its smaller sibling, but everything else screams upgrade. The scooter wears a sharper, more aerodynamic design language—highlighted by projector LED headlamps, LED DRLs and turn indicators, and these funky little winglets near the front apron. TVS claims these add aerodynamic stability at higher speeds, and well, they do look cool regardless.

There’s something unmistakably edgy about the design. It’s youthful without being immature and sporty without being over the top. You get 12-inch wheels at both ends—not quite as big as the 14-inchers on some rivals, but still well suited for urban duty and spirited riding.

TVS also gets full marks for attention to detail. There's adjustable brake levers, a brake lock on the rear lever (super handy on slopes), and a supermoto-style handlebar with no bulky shrouds—giving it a very motorcycle-like feel.

TVS has always pushed the envelope with tech, and the Ntorq 150 is no exception. Two variants can be had —one with a traditional LCD screen and this top-end version that packs a 5-inch TFT display. The layout is clean, easy to read, and packed with info. You also get a Ride-by-wire throttle, two riding modes (Street & Race), and traction control (yes, on a scooter!) with this TFT model, along with single-channel ABS that’s on both models. Throw in a start/stop system, turn-by-turn navigation, and voice assist, and you have a scooter that’s arguably the most tech-forward in its class.