TVS Wego
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|engine = {{cvt|110|cc|abbr=on}} CVT-I, 4 Stroke, air-cooled, single, spark ignition
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|suspension = Front: Advanced telescopic suspension
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|related =TVS Jupiter, TVS Scooty Zest
|max_torque=8.4 Nm @ 5500 rpm|max_power=5.88 kW @ 7500 rpm}}
TVS Wego is a scooter manufactured by TVS Motor Company.{{cite web|url=http://www.hindu.com/2010/08/10/stories/2010081061630500.htm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100820125001/http://www.hindu.com/2010/08/10/stories/2010081061630500.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=2010-08-20|title=TVS Wego launched in Guntur|date=2010|work=The Hindu|accessdate=February 22, 2012}}{{cite news|url=http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/tvs-to-ramphosur-plant-production-for-%5Cwego%5C/119127/on|title=TVS to ramp up Hosur plant production for 'Wego'|newspaper=Business Standard India |date=December 14, 2010|publisher=Business Standard|accessdate=February 22, 2012|agency=Press Trust of India }} It is a unisex, dual usage, 110cc moto-scooter. It gets a stainless steel muffler guard, a full digital speedometer, body - coloured grab fails, blacked-out alloy wheels, and two tone colours. It was introduced in 2010.{{Cite web|url=http://www.wheelsguru.com/wg_bike/tvs-wego/|title=TVS Wego {{!}} Wheels Guru|website=www.wheelsguru.com|language=en|access-date=2017-07-06}}{{Cite news|url=http://www.afaqs.com/advertising/creative_showcase/index.html?id=47861&media=TV|title=TVS Wego, Saat Phere|work=www.afaqs.com|access-date=2017-07-06|language=en}} After releasing several variants of TVS Scooty, the company entered the higher-end segment of the scooterette market by introducing Wego.
TVS Wego has body balance technology. 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.{{Cite web|url=http://www.motorbikeslk.com/motorbike-brands/tvs/39/tvs-wego-110cc.html|title=TVS Wego 110CC {{!}} Motorbikes|website=www.motorbikeslk.com|language=en|access-date=2017-07-06}}
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.{{Cite news|url=http://india.jdpower.com/award/2015-india-two-wheeler-initial-quality-study-2wiqs-study-tvs-wego|title=2015 India Two-Wheeler Initial Quality Study (2WIQS) Study {{!}} TVS Wego|last=|date=2015-04-03|work=J.D. Power|access-date=2017-07-06|language=en}}{{Cite news|url=http://india.jdpower.com/press-releases/jd-power-2016-india-two-wheeler-initial-quality-2wiqs-study|title=J.D. Power 2016 India Two-Wheeler Initial Quality (2WIQS) Study|last=kristi.white|date=2016-01-26|work=J.D. Power|access-date=2017-07-06|language=en}}
TVS Wego has won four Scooter of the Year awards in 2011: CNBC TV 18 Overdrive,{{Cite web|url=http://www.indiancarsbikes.in/motorcycles/cnbc-tv18-overdrive-awards-2011-25434/|title=CNBC TV-18 Overdrive Awards 2011 - Indian Cars Bikes|website=www.indiancarsbikes.in|language=en-US|access-date=2017-07-06}} Business Standard Motoring,{{Cite news|url=http://www.business-standard.com/article/beyond-business/and-the-winners-are-111011500009_1.html|title=And the winners are...|last=Team|first=B. S. M.|date=2011-01-15|work=Business Standard India|access-date=2017-07-06}} NDTV Car and Bike,{{Cite news|url=http://www.mouthshut.com/review/TVS-Wego-review-pqrouqosln|title=Review on TVS Wego by euphoria 82 top speed 102kmh MouthShut.com|access-date=2017-07-06|language=en}} and Bike India. It is also the recipient of India Design Mark in 2014.{{Cite news|url=https://auto.ndtv.com/news/tvs-launches-the-2014-tvs-wego-389840|title=TVS Launches the 2014 TVS WEGO - NDTV CarAndBike|work=CarAndBike|access-date=2017-07-06|language=en}}
Product
The TVS Wego is powered by a 109.7cc CVT-i high torque and a variometer transmission for providing power on demand. The company claims to deliver a 62 kmpl mileage.{{Cite web|url=https://www.tvswego.com/features.aspx|title=Features of TVS Wego 110, the best mileage scooter in india|last=epagemaker|website=www.tvswego.com|language=en|access-date=2017-07-06}} It has a low friction design, moly coat piston, and low friction engine oil.{{Cite news|url=http://bikeadvice.in/tvs-wego/|title=TVS WEGO : First Look|work=BikeAdvice.in|access-date=2017-07-06|language=en-US}}
For its male consumers, TVS Wego offers a large capacity engine, full metallic body for more sturdiness, and a spacious seat. For its female consumers, TVS Wego provides 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.
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.{{Cite news|url=https://www.zigwheels.com/reviews-advice/reviews/2014-tvs-wego-facelift-review/19246/|title=2014 TVS Wego facelift: Review|work=ZigWheels.com|access-date=2017-07-06}}
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.
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.{{Cite news|url=http://www.news18.com/news/auto/tvs-motors-introduce-sync-brake-system-technology-in-wego-and-jupiter-1419203.html|title=TVS Motors Introduce 'Sync Brake System' Technology in Wego and Jupiter|work=News18|access-date=2017-07-06}} It also has Multi-refractor headlamps and a disc brake (as option).{{Cite news|url=https://www.zigwheels.com/newbikes/TVS/Wego/Disc|title=TVS Wego Disc - Check Prices, Specifications and Reviews @ ZigWheels|work=ZigWheels.com|access-date=2017-07-06}}
The TVS Wego comes in 10 colors: Metallic orange, Metallic T-Grey, Volcanic Red, Deep Sky Blue, Midnight Black, Sporty White, Dual Tone : Orange + Black, Red+ Black, Blue + Black {{Cite web|url=https://www.tvswego.com/colours.aspx|title=TVS Wego 110 and the various colours it is available in|last=epagemaker|website=www.tvswego.com|language=en|access-date=2017-07-06}}
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.{{Cite news|url=https://auto.ndtv.com/news/bs-iv-compliant-2017-tvs-wego-launched-in-india-at-rs-50-434-1661822|title=BS IV Compliant 2017 TVS Wego Launched In India At Rs. 50,434 - NDTV CarAndBike|work=CarAndBike|access-date=2017-07-06|language=en}} Due to high consumer demand of the TVS Jupiter in India, the TVS Wego has since been discontinued in the Indian market, but continues to be supplied to overseas markets.
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External links
- {{Official website|http://www.tvswego.com}}
{{Two wheelers in India}}