That's a great mileage bro.. change in the engine oil has worked well.

Wow city mileage is quite surprising, is that achieved by using URBAN MODE.

The version I own is the first model of BS6 which comes without any riding modes..

I have bs4 apache 2004v race edition carburetor variant which is not giving me more than 30kmpl mileage. I use motul 5100 10w40 which is much better than tvs stock engine oil

Thanks for your feedback bro ☺️. I'm glad it helped you...

Did you buy rtr9=

Thanks a lot for your feedback bro 🙂!

Thanks a lot for your feedback and support! :) ❤

Thanks a lot brother!❤️ And yes the matte looks better and better for me now after people started complimenting it :D

Hey..it costed me 7.5k and I got it done from Wheeler Cleaner in Mysore. They also have branches in Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad. This can be done from any place where they do ppf/ceramic coating.

Thank you very much for your feedback bro....I'm glad this was helpful to you. If you have made up your mind now, you're good to go! Good luck and ride safe :)

I have also booked the same matte blue with race modes. My friends are saying that apache is waste go for bajaj

If you want only speed and acceleration then I would suggest pulsar NS or dominar in Bajaj. But if you actually want a well refined machine which is a good city commuter or a beginner tourer you can easily go for this. The maintenance is also cheaper and easier comparatively...

@@MMT31 thank you so much for your reply. I am beginner tourer and I do want a well refined engine. I am only concerned on how long this new bs6 will stay refined. Like say 5-7 years?

Ummm... refinement of the engine depends on the riding style. But I think it can easily last for 5 years at least even if it's used for touring..

Thanks for your feedback bro! Yes, the bike is really a value for money in the 200cc segment

Why did you sell it?

​@@narendraasus6530 I personally like older bikes especially 2 strokes that I can work on myself. So the RTR was not being used regularly, hence I sold it off.

Yeah :) Everything is a trail and error now. Hope things turn out to be well..

Hope the video was helpful..

Thank you so much! Appreciate your feedback :)

Thanks for your feedback bro:) I'm glad it was helpful.

Thank you very much for your feedback 🙂!

Glad that the video was helpful :) I'm kinda held up at the moment but I will surely get back on roads soon!

Thank you aliaa...:)

Nice to e-meet you bro:)

Thanks for your feedback bro and congratulations for your new bike. I'll definitely try to make more informative videos in coming days. Ride safe!:)

Your welcome bro...thanks a lot for the support..

Thank you, I'm glad it was helpful 😊

Thanks for your feedback bro:) And idk if the second line is sarcastic 😂

@@MMT31 No bro it's not sarcastic You didn't go into any technical aspect cuz you know the people who will watch this must have already seen all the technical info and then ownership review 😁

Yeah bro that's because I'm not very good with technical and specification details. As of now I'm just aware about very few things like maintenance and stuff but I'm trying to learn everything possible. Thank you for your words!:)

@@MMT31 😁😁

Thank you bro..:)

@@MMT31 If you have million number of fans i am one of them . if you has ten fans i am one of them. if you have only one fan and that is me . if you has no fans, that means i am no more on the earth . if world is against you then , i am against the world

Cheers bro ! Thanks a lot for your feedback and support 🙂

@@MMT31 do you live in Mysore?

Yes bro. What about you?

@@MMT31 I am from Murshidabad, West Bengal. 2k kms away, bro. XD

Hahah yeah! Someday I wish I ride till there..:)

Thanks for the feedback bro...:)

Thanks for the feedback bro...:)

Thanks a lot for your feedback!:)

@@MMT31 my pleasure brother

@@MMT31 m booking the new version of this bike, hope I will not disappointed

@@somenathpaul6288 definitely not! If you're buying it for the right purpose it will not disappoint you! Make sure you chose the right showroom with good service center which is extremely important...

Yes I feel a seat cover is required or at adding extra cushion to the seat. This will help if you are doing long distance travel

Hey bro, I'm currently using Michelin Pilot Street 2, which is just average in terms of performance. I've heard Apollo trampler and Pirelli Angel CT work well for RTR.

Thanks bro ...:)

Thank you very much for the feedback!:) I think it's not the chain here. It should be from the gear liver area. Even if the gear liver's play is more than normal there will be a sound also there will be a nut underneath the chain and close to gear liver and side stand, even if that's loose it can create sound. For me it was that nut which was loose but I never had any major or bothering sounds so far. But if you feel something unusual it's always better to get it checked...

@@MMT31 Oh, Okay, I hope it's nothing major. But I checked the nuts for the chain gaurd, will check the gear lever as well. Thanks for the reply.

Brooo ...how can I forget you. Thanks machaa...let's do a ride together !!!

@@MMT31 hu

Helu barthini

Sure!! Let's plan for a pre monsoon ride. Ee bislalli el hodre chennag irutte anta gotilla so let's wait for a month...

Mast review anthamma ! I am confused between R15 & this, I am thinking of buying this and saving some money for Riding gears and stuff !

Yes I guess you can install any custom levers. All the bikes above 150cc is coming with this universal gear shifts/lever and this will not be a problem at all. It might look complicated but it's very easy to operate. You can get a test ride done and see how you are getting along..

True.....

Thank you so much for your support. I'll surely give my best to produce quality contents...:)

Thanks for your feedback bro..:). I'll surely come back to you with the answer. I'm curently away from the bike but I will definitely follow up here soon.

@@MMT31 One genius vblogger replied me recently that he could send a pic of chain for me to count 😂 That number most possibly must be in the manual which owner or service centers have access to. Thanks, will wait for your response. Reason is, if we have to order a imported Japanese chain, prices differ based on number of links 110-150, and of course the pitch size 410/418/520/525/530 and type such as Std/O/X/XW etc.

Hey bro, sorry for the delay. I might be wrong with the answer here but based on my counting and research the number of chain links are 118. I could not find it in user manual but I tried to count and cross check it online and it seems like 118 should be the number. The pitch size is 520-14 and 45. I honestly was not aware about all these things but I got to learn something about the sprocket and chain size from this comment. Thanks for that :D

Thanks for your feedback and suggestion bro. 700 kms a day on a 125cc bike is a great experience. RTR is a good vehicle no doubt but if you are considering a tourer mainly on highways you need to know few limitations like the sweet spot is between 80-100 with 5 speed gearbox so beyond 110 or something it won't be that comfy. If you are ok on that speeds then this bike is good to go but if you want to cruise beyond 110, there are other options like NS, Duke with 6 speed gearbox.

@@MMT31 no i don't rush during touring ... i like to keep decent pace ie below 100kmph and enjoy the scenes. but the only thing stopping me from booking the rtr is that i dont know if i'll fit .. i'm 6' tall.. and the showrooms won't provide test bike prior to booking😅

I don't think that's a problem bro. I have seen a lot of tall people during the Apache owners meet who are quite experienced in all conditions. But again it depends on person to person so you can test ride or see if you can rent one as well.

Thanks for your feedback 🙂. So the Matte PPF costed me 7.5k to coat all the parts(gloss surface) on the bike. This was a matte PPF so I had to convert everything to matte but if you want to go with the transparent gloss PPF then it would cost less than 4k for the tank unless you want to coat the whole bike with it. The mobile holder I'm using is of grand pitstop's which is available on Amazon but I would recommend not to go for this as this vibrates and feels insecure at times. There are other best alternatives like bobo gears and ram mount which are quite sturdy.

@@MMT31 thanks a lot bro👍👍👍

No worries:)

Yes bro .. there shouldn't be any problem but keep in mind that since there will be more contact of the tyre on the ground, the acceleration, mileage may get slightly affected..

Is it during longer rides or city rides? So before the first 500-1000 kms you might feel the engine might be heating than usual which is ok but if it's a overheating then better check the engine oil level or consult a mechanic

I'm sorry but I do not have any videos recorded while coating was done on my bike. But I can surely make a separate video sooner and I've also pinned a comment in this video about the matte PPF. Hopefully that helps..

The riding modes are present in the 2021 model. The one I use is 2020 model.

I think blue matte finish would be ideal. Black can fade if not maintained well.

That's a tough question to answer bro. If your usage is for city and daily commutes mt is a good option with less maintenance costs. If you plan to do longer rides more often you can consider Duke and NS which does well in those conditions.

Cruising in between 90 - 100 would be a sweet spot without any issues. It can be pushed to 110 with any efforts but continous cruising would not be too comfortable. The speed can be variated from 90 to 110 but continous locking of throttle in 110 would only be possible if there's a 6th gear.

Thanks a ton for the support bro! ❤️

KZfaqrs asking before beginning of the content ...pls subscribe..pls.but u didn't that's y I also subscribed . But also good ownership experience shared ..👍👍👍

Thank you so much for the support bro...! This will surely motivate me to do better!!

Thank you 😊

High speed ka asli performance ke liye 2k kms tak wait karna padega at least aur break in karne ka tareeka bhi matter karta hai. 95 -100 tak vibrations nahi ayega isme. But motul jaise oil se thoda aur refinement milega high speed mai...

Thank you so much! 🙂

I am confused about its milage in city....seen many videos all giving different answers.....what's your milage in urban mode in city

Mine is 2020 model which doesn't have the riding modes. However the average mileage I get is around 35 in city commutes..

Thanks a lot for your feedback and support bro! Glad you liked it. I'll start planning to put some useful and informative content here..:)

Hello, my bike is performing really well. It's been almost 2 years and 16k kms. 80% were done during weekend/long rides. If you choose the best dealership and service center nearby and maintain the bike periodically there won't be any kind of issues.

@@MMT31 Thanks for your response. In my region, TVS only sells scooters. However, they told me that they will provide service. I will mostly ride in the mountainous region. So I hope this bike does not give me trouble.

Yes, there's no problem in doing that. In the document they just mention black colour nothing specific to gloss or matte. So it's fine to wrap it in matte or gloss, provided it should be the same color.

Ohh great! Thank you bro!

Hello, I've been using this bike for 2 years and clocked 18k kms almost. Most of the kms were done by long distance rides than city commutes. I've not faced any such problems so far. I've followed the break-in period dos and don'ts, timely service and self maintenance. I've used 3 brands of engine oils and never noticed a drop even after doing long rides. If this bike is maintained well with good service and DIYs, it's one of the most reliable engines.

Yes its liquid matte PPF sprayed like a paint and this is a peelable layer that can last for 3-5 years if maintained well. You can get it done in a detailing shop where they do ceramic and other coating. It costed me 7.5k

@@MMT31 Thanks Brother For Replying

Yes!:)

I think my height should be between 5'7 to 5'8 and I haven't really felt any back pain so far as the seating position is not that sporty.

Definitely bro... let's surely catch up. I have been waiting to hit the road..

Its very hard to suggest here because both are good bikes. The reason I ended up buying RTR is because of its refinement, bottom and mid end torque which is better than NS and yes in the top end NS is always better because of the 6th gear. I wanted a vehicle with very less maintenance, good fuel efficiency, more features like dual channel ABS, slipper clutch. I'm a person who's comfortable in 80-100 speed range and even though it's not liquid cooled, it does pretty well in high speed and long distance as the engine is a race tuned. I have ridden the BS4 and bs3 NS previously and on a personal note I only feel the 6th gear is a major difference. Throttle response and control is better on rtr is what I felt. NS is also a great vehicle. You can go for it if you are planning for touring mostly in highways. When talking about long term durability, I think RTR stands out. Going for a test ride will help in better understanding of ergonomics and other comfort.

Thank you. The mobile holder I'm using is from Bobo gears. I have placed it on the right hand side by adjusting the throttle set a bit. Just a small gap is sufficient for it to be fixed in the handle bar. It's not possible to do the same on the left side. Mirror mounting is possible but won't be that sturdy.

@@MMT31 thank you so much mate! Cheers

I'm sorry I just realized the mobile holder that you see in this video is the old one. That's from grand pitstop which was mounted on the mirror. Right now its bobo. You can see it in any of recent videos.

@@MMT31 oh ok thank you once again brother

No worries!:)

I actually got the matte PPF coating done on this. It's not exactly a paint, it's a peelable layer. I got this done in Mysore from a place called Mojo Jojo/Wheeler cleaner and I believe they have branches in other states as well . You can also get it done from a detailing place where they do jobs like PPF and ceramic coating..

Yes, that's common and normal while deceleration. It's a process where the leftover fuel in the exhaust system gets burnt.

Yes. This is a good option for city commutes and daily use. If you plan to go on longer rides you can consider Duke 200, NS. Apache has been a value for money with good features and beginner friendly too...

@@MMT31 thanks for reply bro is this bike engine is reliable for long term like 4-6 years

Yes no issues. It can go well if maintenance, service is good:)

After installing it on the bike there will be a curing period of 2 days. After 2 days the vehicle can be taken outside. The lifespan of the PPF would be 5 years more or less..

Yes bro ..the engine is very refined and smooth. Since NS200 is also a fuel injected now, there should be good amount of refinement in NS as well. If you are a person who enjoys top speed cruising then I would recommend NS as it has the 6 speed gearbox but otherwise if you are ok with initial torque and decent crusing speed you can for RTR.

Hey bro, congrats in advance :) I recommend getting a transparent PPF done if you want to go with the gloss look and protect it from swirls and small scratches. Ceramic gives a good shine and look to the bike, but it doesn't protect the paint like the PPF.

It depends on your usage bro. Both the bikes are good for city commutes with good fuel efficiency but MT has a smaller seat compared to Apache. MT has a very good engine and all but the pillion comfort, headlight visibility are not up to the mark when you plan to get the bike on highway or during longer rides. When it comes to engine reliability and refinement my personal favourites are Yamaha and Honda. You can get a test ride done on both these bikes and see how it works for you...

Both are in a different segment bro. Mt15 goes with the 150cc with 6 speed gearbox and Apache into the 200 cc. Based on the reviews I've watched on KZfaq, I think it's worth to go for Apache than MT but make sure you test ride both and see which riding feel suites you as it differs from person to person. MT is also a good vehicle if your purpose is mostly city commuting and stuff..

Thanks bro. So based on your Q's I feel Apache has got one of the best headlight visibility on highway but if you consider riding at night most of the time then it's always better to fix aux lights and as I said you can tour on this if you're comfortable cruising in 80-110 and you might have to consider adding a cushioned seat. So if all these factors is ok with you then it's good to go. Talking about CB350, I haven't really got a chance to ride it but I've heard most of the reviewers say that even though it looks like a cruiser it can also be considered as a street bike and a good tourer as the seats are more comfortable (rider and pillion) but the headlight visibility is not that great and if consider the price it's almost a lakh more than Apache. But both the bikes are good in its price range. HONDA engines are always more reliable

@@MMT31 thanks for your valuable feedback bhai .. & yeah I'm comfortable in 90-100 cruising speed.. bas my main concern is engine refinement at 90-100 kmph , as you said Honda is more reliable.. toh I don't want ke highway par koi breakdown ho bike ka ..

Yup but I wanted to clarify one thing. The reliability I was referring to was the long term as Honda engines stay the same for longer period but TVS engines are also good and I haven't heard about any major breakdown issues so far. Both are refined machines but yeah always choose the best bike as per your purpose :)

Hey, few of my friends get the vehicle serviced from Neo TVS, Bannerghata road. The feedback is good. This can be your option but based on your research you can choose the best dealership.

@@MMT31 I am planning to buy Apache 200 as i daily commute 50km in city is it a good choice?

Yes. It's a good option:)

@@MMT31 Then this month i will be buying it

Get your ecu checked if it's a fuel injection bike or if it's a carb then try to see if the idling and clutch is adjusted. But it's always better to get it checked from a good mechanic bro. We can only keep on guessing about the problem but that won't help us find a solution. Go to a good service center or a well known mechanic

Actually I haven't had any problems with the servicing . I have completed 6.5k kms and got the bike serviced 3 times so far. The bike has also not given any problems as such. But as I said, you need to find the best TVS service center and purchase the bike from that showroom. If you are planning to give it to a local or well known mechanic then I would suggest you to do that after a year or something because of the engine warranty period

@@MMT31 Thanks for your reply bro. In my city there are 3 showrooms and their services are poor🙄 May be I should check the other cities for a good showroom.

Then you might have to consider other options like NS, Xpulse, MT, FZ etc. Because if servicing is not up to the mark then it might also affect the performance and durability of the bike in long term..

@@MMT31 but I love this bike 🥺 After all my research, I finalized this bike coz of its versatility. Have to think about it. What do you say about Pulsar 220F comparing this bike?

That's a good bike bro..but I think there will be a vibration when you hit the top end and all which is common with those kinda bikes. You don't get the refinement like Apache also but overall it's good. If you're really interested in Apache then for sure it's a good machine. Just research a good service center or at least a mechanic who services fuel injection bikes..

GoPro Hero 8 bro

I think it should be fine. I've seen tall riders on Apache during my ride with the AOG team. But I would recommend you to test ride and take a call.

I know that engine warranty is for 5 years not sure about the kms. I use the chain cleaner that we get along with the lube. It should be a kerosene mix

Hey bro...thanks a lot for your feedback, means a lot. I think the only model available now is 2021 with riding modes. And you can blindly go for this if your purpose is city commutes. This is one of the city friendly bikes with good fuel economy and I think the riding modes also will be useful in different conditions. In my opinion apache would be one of the best options for you..

@@MMT31 thank you so much for your kindness. Your suggestions helps me a lot bro. Thank you and I'm going for this bike.

No problem. All the best and ride safe!:)

Hi...I'm not sure which model of FZ you're referring to but I can talk about Apache. If touring is not the purpose and if it's daily and city commutes with occasional long rides then I think apache is one of the best options. Bs6 variant apache is more refined and has good mileage and easy to handle/filter in traffic. Even yamaha engines are refined well but depends on which model you are opting for.

@@MMT31 fz25 bs6

That's also a good vehicle. It's a bit more powerful and responsive in initial and mid range. If you're a person who enjoys a bit more aggression, refinement and power you can go for fz250. But it's always better to do a test ride of both vehicles and see which suits your purpose....

There shouldn't be any problem with any engines. It totally depends on your usage. Apache is more like a beginner friendly bike for city as well as touring and FZ25 has the same characteristics but has a bit more power in the top end which will be useful for long distance travels.

Thank you so much bro..:)

Hi bro... 1. To be honest I did not really use the gtt anywhere yet. I had been to Bangalore in stop&go traffic but I never got the tendency or rather reminded about the gtt (maybe it was new to us and we never used it before). Once we start leveraging it I'm pretty sure it will be used more often.. 2. Gear shifts are actually smooth compared to NS and Duke but sometimes I feel the 2 to 3 shift is kinda hard. That might be because of the chain slack or dry chain. But it's not that hard though. Easily manageable. 3. I was talking about the extra cushioning for the seat and the product called ride on air which is available in Amazon and bike accessories shop..

I think its fine. You don't have to hold a consistent speed. Its good to vary your speeds and do a bit of high speed. You shouldn't be ripping of your engine like sudden acceleration and all. But try to be as nice and smooth till 1.5k kms.

@@MMT31 Yeah I'm even taking a city route instead of highway route; which is faster to my college just because it can be on different RPM's in different gears. But is it recommended to cruise at 80-90's at 800km ODO? But can't wait to test its top speed maybe around 140+ i think but just will try to limit myself until crossing 1000km+

I think the pillion comfort with the stock seat is not that great as it is a bit hard and also it's a bit taller for a pillion to get on to it. I'm not really sure how it's the case with Fzx to be honest..

@@MMT31 Thanks bro

Since I've changed the engine oil to Castrol and then Motul, I've received an average of 45kmpl during long rides and 42kmpl within city limits. Sometimes I get more than the average depending on the road and riding conditions.

No, I haven't faced any such issues. Fuel pump issue occurs mostly due to water getting mixed with fuel. But all good so far. Clocked around 18k kms.

Thank you so much for the feedback. The headlight performs great on normal roads (ghat roads, narrow roads) but it might not be enough on wider highway roads. Getting auxiliary lights for highway touring would be ideal.

Hey...so I got the matte PPF done on this. It's not a paint it's basically a protective film over the original paint which can be peeled off. I got this done in a place called Mojo Jojo aka wheeler cleaner for 7.5k. They have branches in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kerala..

@@MMT31 cool. I'm from Chennai. I'll check this out

Sure bro....so the mileage you can expect in city is 35 - 40 and while touring in highway you can expect 40+ easily. When it comes to cruising speed, the top speed is close to 130 but a sweet spot cruising is between 80-100.

@@MMT31 thank you so much man🔥

The breaks are not that sharp but I feel for the speed ranges and weight of this vehicle, it's doing its job pretty well

@@MMT31 Thank you for your response. 😀

You're welcome:)

I'm not really sure about that bro. It might be there but a different model or facelift probably

Congratulations on the new bike! Yes in Bangalore traffic you can expect a minimal heating with new vehicle. Once you cross 1k kms and complete the break in period you can feel the difference in heating it will be less. But if you are only riding it in Bangalore city, like stop and go traffic then there can be heating with any bikes which is normal...

@@MMT31 Thank you 👍

Its common until 2 nd service

Sure. There are 2 types of PPF, one is transparent which remains as glossy on coating over the bike and the other one is matte and there are two ways to coat this PPF on the surface. One is ready made sheets with cuts/edges which is commonly used and the other one is spray PPF where the liquid can be sprayed like a paint on the surface. Usually when the surface has a lot of cuts and edges or curves like you find on a sports bike, it's best to get the spray PPF done as it can go and settle in every corner without any cut works. If it's for a car or a bike like royal Enfield where the surface is plain the normal ready made sheet PPF can be pasted on it...

@@MMT31 excellent. Thanks for a reply! Really helpful. The bike looks damn cool with matte.

No worries. Thank you! :)

@@MMT31 Did u get ur bike PPF done at Mysore?

BS4 is really good. The looks and power is just perfect..(personal opinion)

@@MMT31 Yeah bro..I didn't like the bs6 color scheme and headlight..btw i m using motul 300v2 engine oil with mos2 shooter..its lit 🔥..Its bs4 feels so smooth.. Then bs6 will make magic

What's the grading? 10w40?

@@MMT31 yes correct..I tried 7100 , Street race all with same engine oil grade.

Thanks for your feedback:) I think your height shouldn't be a problem actually but if you are planning this for longer rides you might have to modify the seat to make it more comfortable. Apart from that there shouldn't be any problems with seating position or anything but it's always better to get a test ride done before you take a call..

@@MMT31 Thanks man for your valuable input.

​ @MMT Hi, I did rent this bike and observed that I got knee pain in less than an hour of riding! I believe it could be because I've slightly longer legs for my height, which is 6"1'. As I understand, it's not easy to alter the position of footpegs. Please correct me if I am wrong as this is the single major factor that is not allowing me to go ahead with this bike. I am currently leaning towards the Bajaj Pulsar F250.

I think the footpegs position cannot be modified. But if you experienced the knee pain then it can be a issue in long term. Since it's a sporty posture it might be difficult for tall riders to get adjusted I guess.

@@MMT31 One more option could be raising the seat height. Is there some option that can raise it by good 2-3cms?

Hey bro...good Q. So the reason I ended up buying RTR is because of its refinement and bottom and mid end torque which is better than NS and yes in the top end NS is always better because of the 6th gear. I wanted a vehicle with very less maintenance, good fuel efficiency, more features like dual channel ABS, slipper clutch. I'm a person who's comfortable in 80-100 speed range and even though it's not liquid cooled, it does pretty well in high speed and long distance as the engine is a race tuned one. I have ridden the BS4 and bs3 NS enough previously and on a personal note I only feel the 6th gear is a major difference. Throttle response and control is better on rtr is what I felt. NS is also a great vehicle. You can go for it if you are planning for touring mostly in highways. When talking about long term durability, I think RTR stands out. Bajaj engines usually tends to lose refinement in long term.

@@MMT31 thanks bro , it was informative

I have mounted it on helmet chin.

@@MMT31 brother camera sj cam hi hai ya Go prp

@@MMT31 muje vdo boht clear lg rhi hai

I have upgraded to Gopro Hero 8. I tried using SJCAM but the wide angle and stabilization was average. Right now using SJCAM as secondary camera.

Thanks for your feedback bro:) Yes this comes with Bluetooth navigation system but the thing is, the GPS which is used is not Google's so the accuracy is not that great and the maps get disconnected when the internet is gone as it doesn't load the maps like Google. And moreover it can drain the phone's battery that's the reason I got the external mobile holder fixed.

@@MMT31 , thanks broo ok n that infro , I'm planning to buy rtr 200 , mainly I need navigation and occasional long tour would you suggest this bike or any other

This is a good beginner friendly tourer bro. Even I use this for weekend rides and touring and as I've explained in the video, if you are comfortable with 80-100 crusing speeds on highways then this is good to go. But if you plan to tour on highways most of the time and willing to cruise in 120s then you can go for a 6 speed vehicle like NS. But overall RTR is a good bike for touring and city commutes. It's always better to do a test ride and see which is ideal as preferences differ from person to person.

Not really. I'm currently using TRM Calidad chain lube. It keeps chain lubed for a longer period and there's no problem of it spilling in high speeds. Since I've been using this product I've never faced any major sounds from the chain side.

The one I own is the 2020 edition which comes without the riding modes. Only 2021 models have that but for me I get an average of 35-40 kmpl