06 July 2026 5 min

Smarter commute. Zero compromise.

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Smarter commute. Zero compromise.

Smarter commute. Zero compromise.

The TVS Ntorq 125 Race Edition is a connected, race-inspired scooter that rethinks what the daily commute can look and feel like.

South African commuters are rethinking how they get around.

Fuel costs are eye-wateringly high, urban traffic is getting worse, and the gap between what a car costs to run and what a smart two-wheeler costs is widening every month.

The TVS Ntorq 125 Race Edition is built for exactly these considerations - it’s a scooter with race-inspired character, connected technology, and the kind of running costs that make the numbers impossible to ignore.

Available in South Africa through The Nexus Collective, the Ntorq 125 RE is TVS's flagship scooter.

This is not a plain-Jane commuter dressed up in racing graphics, but a highly capable, connected machine that is one of the most practical daily transport choices on the market.

The Specs That Make Sense

Fuel efficiency: The 124.79cc fuel-injected engine sips fuel, making every litre go further on your daily run.

8L Fuel Tank

Low running costs: Simpler mechanical package than a car or large bike means lower servicing cost and less maintenance time.

Beat the traffic: At 118kg with a 155mm ground clearance, the Ntorq moves where cars can't - lanes, gaps, shortcuts.

Stay connected: Over 60 smart features via TVS SmartXconnect - navigation, call alerts, ride stats all on the dash.

The Ntorq 125 RE is powered by TVS's 3-Valve 125 CVTI Revv engine - a single-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled unit producing 6.9kW at 7,500rpm and 10.5Nm of torque at 5,500rpm.

Those numbers on a scooter weighing just 118kg deliver a responsive, punchy performance in the urban environment where the Ntorq does its best work.

Overtaking on the highway on-ramp, pulling away smartly at a robot, filtering through slow traffic, the Ntorq 125 RE handles all of it.

The under-bone frame provides a low, flat floorboard for comfortable all-day riding, while the 155mm ground clearance is more than adequate for South African road conditions - potholes, speed bumps, and badly maintained urban surfaces included.

Suspension at both ends uses hydraulic dampers for a compliant, composed ride, absorbing the daily punishment of urban commuting without transmitting it to the rider.

The front disc brake with Synchronised Braking Technology (SBT) distributes braking force between front and rear when you press the rear brake alone, reducing the risk of rear wheel lock-up and giving less experienced riders added confidence in emergency stops.

The 5.8-litre fuel tank keeps range anxiety low, and the tubeless tyres on both wheels mean a puncture is a minor inconvenience rather than a roadside emergency.

Race Edition

The Race Edition specification adds more than visual drama, though it delivers plenty of that too.

Race-inspired chequered flag decals and the distinctive T-shaped daytime running light give the Ntorq RE a purposeful, premium look that stands out.

The Race Edition also adds LED lamp specification, upgrading visibility for both rider and other road users, particularly relevant on South Africa's roads, where being seen is as important as being able to see.

This is the scooter that makes you reconsider whether you actually need the second car.

Ride it once and the case for the Ntorq 125 RE becomes obvious.

In a world where fuel prices are a monthly anxiety and traffic is an unavoidable part of life, the Ntorq RE reframes commuting as something you can actually look forward to, with urban agility its standout quality.

The LED headlamp is genuinely bright, a meaningful upgrade over the halogen units common in this segment.

And the SmartXconnect system provides navigation prompts on the dash precisely when you're on a bike and can't safely look at your phone.

If you ride primarily in town and want a two-wheeler that is smart, fun, and cost-effective, the Ntorq 125 Race Edition is the most tech-forward scooter in its class and one of the most complete propositions in the South African urban mobility market.

Availability

The TVS Ntorq 125 Race Edition is available in South Africa through The Nexus Collective.

Pricing starts from R23 999.

For model specs, pricing, dealer locations, visit https://www.tvsmotor.com/en/za/our-products/tvs-ntorq-125-re

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