TVS Jupiter BS6 specs revealed; gets bigger fuel tank

- TVS Jupiter BS6 is 1kg heavier than BS4 model

- Gets bigger fuel tank and underseat storage

- Prices start at Rs 61,449 (ex-showroom, Delhi)

TVS Motor Company has revealed the specifications of the BS6 Jupiter. To begin with, the most important change is the 109cc, engine which now gets fuel-injection.

This motor produces 7.3bhp at 7,000rpm; a slight decrease of 0.5bhp from the BS4 model. However, the Jupiter’s peak torque remains the same 8.4Nm at 5500rpm. Furthermore, TVS has increased the BS6 Jupiter’s fuel-tank from 5-litres to 6-litres. The battery has also been moved from under the seat to the front apron, giving the Jupiter a 21-litre underseat storage; up from 17-litres.

Apart from this, the scooter also sports an LED headlamp. TVS is offering the Jupiter in three variants- standard, ZX and Classic. While the basic variant costs Rs 61,449 the ZX and Classic versions are priced at Rs 63,449 and Rs 67,911 each. (all prices, ex-showroom). All three variants are currently available with a drum brake setup. However, we expect TVS to introduce the Jupiter Classic with a disc brake soon. Bookings for the BS6 Jupiter have commenced across the country with deliveries expected to take place soon.