TVS is currently the only manufacturer in the country which still produces mopeds. The TVS Heavy Duty Super XL continues on the legacy of the two-stroke mopeds and is the last of the dying species. Mopeds were very popular in India, once upon a time, though sales have steadily declined over the years and are mostly sold in the country’s rural markets.
The TVS Heavy Duty Super XL is a heavy-duty, reliable and hassle-free moped targeted at the rural audience. Users from villages need a cheap mode of transport with low-maintenance and the Heavy Duty Super XL ticks all the boxes. Despite weighing just 66kgs, the Heavy Duty Super XL is a tough moped and has been built to withstand rough conditions and harsh usage.
The Heavy Duty Super XL has been designed like a traditional moped with decals trying to improve its style quotient. It is powered by a single-cylinder two-stroke 70cc engine producing 3.5bhp and 5Nm of torque. The air-cooled carbureted engine gets an automatic gearbox and a kick start. It gets drum brakes on both wheels and an analogue speedometer.