Meaningful motorcycle sales in the country revolve around the near-100cc four-stroke class. It doesn't require much utilisation of the grey matter to conclude that a model in this segment is mandatory for all the manufacturers to survive. With two-strokes and scooters unable to strike the right note with buyers, it becomes even more important to have the correct mix of economy and desirability packaged in the proper proportions in a motorcycle that would have significance beyond simple transportation. Although the confirmed market leader in this segment is not under any serious threat, there seems to be some opportunity to stake a claim lower down the ladder, and with the right product (difficult to define) come closer to the top.
   
TVS has made no attempt to grab the initiative as it did with its two-stroke AX100. In fact the Victor is the last one out of the gates, so to speak. Whether this was due to the manufacturer waiting in the wings to evaluate the competition, to firm up its own product configuration, or because the indigenous effort took a bit longer than expected is not really relevant. What is though is whether it will find the patronage to establish itself strongly in the long run.