TVS Motor company has launched another offensive into the Indian bike market in the form of Jive, the first clutchless bike in the country (Before you say Hero Honda Street, its was step-thru).

The Jive comes with a 110cc engine developing 8.1 bhp @ 7500 rpm and 8.1 nm of torque @ 5500 rpm. The engine features the innovative T-Matic technology with rotary gear technology which is coupled with an automatic clutch which means no left lever on the bike. Its also means that you can come straight to neutral gear with just a single flick of the gear lever. The bike also comes with an anti-stall mechanism which prevents the engine from dying off at low speeds in high gears.

Jump over for more details and press release.

The bike comes with a long list standard equipment which includes alloy wheels, electric start and storage area on the fuel tank aka Flame. The fuel tank capacity is 12 litres with 2 litre reserve. Jive is also the first bike in the country to come with an under seat storage space big enough to hold a water bottle, vehicle documents and even a small umbrella!

The bike has been priced at a very competitive Rs 41,000. The combination of commuter centric features and some innovative technologies, the bike is sure to be a hit with the masses.

Press Release

TVS Launches Jive Clutchless Bike

Chennai November 25, 2009: TVS Motor Company today unveiled two novel products – India’s first auto-clutch motorcycle and an automatic scooter. Unveiling the new motorcycle and scooter, the company’s Chairman, Mr. Venu Srinivasan asserted that these two products are set to transform the very definition of city commuter biking. Ride convenience is the focal point and both products will provide a sporty riding experience with an unparalleled combination of comfort, performance, ease of operation and fuel efficiency.

Christened TVS Jive, the new motorcycle is propelled by a 110 cc engine which features innovative T-Matic technology* (patent applied for) which features a rotary gear technology coupled with an automatic clutch. The bike’s four speed engine delivers a solid four stroke performance with 8.1 Bhp @ 7500 rpm and a torque of 8.1 Nm @ 5500 rpm. TVS Jive’s light weight at 110 Kgs makes it convenient to handle. Alloy wheels complement the bikes wheelbase of 1260 mm which makes cornering and maneuvering effortless. The bike has a fuel tank capacity of 12 litres with two litres as reserve.

TVS Jive is packed with features* and superior technology* that make it one of the most convenient motorcycles to ride in the country. One of the major features of this motorcycle is the absence of the clutch lever, making riding on this motorcycle a hands free gear shift experience. The bike therefore can be ridden by almost anyone who has a sense of balance as there is no need for manual clutch-gear co-ordination while shifting.

A unique feature of this motorcycle is its anti-stall mechanism which makes smooth riding possible at low speeds even in high gears, without the engine shutting off. This is not possible in motorcycles with the regular clutch system. The downward rotary gear system enables the rider to reach neutral straight from top gear. However, it is not necessary that the bike has to be in neutral while starting. The bike can be started in any gear and is fitted with an electric start for convenience. It is also the first motorcycle in the country to have an under seat storage space, large enough to hold a water bottle, vehicle documents and even a small umbrella.

Each unique feature emphasizes the overall objective – ease and convenience of use.

TVS Jive is priced at Rs 41, 000 (Ex-showroom Chennai)