Sure, the new Victor has the proverbial Edge on its precursor. It looks a bit snazzier when shod with those handsome five-spoke alloys, and it’s got the drivetrain smoothness and refinement that went hand in hand with the older bike. Yes, it even irons out the bumps and potholes better with the gas- damped suspension behind, but we still came away from this test with more than a tinge of disappointment.
The Edge looks too much the original Victor and it’s among the slowest 125s out there. You may argue the bike is frugal and the segment it belongs to isn’t Performance-oriented, but we say a new bike’s got to be about more than simply pressing a refresh button.
Sure, the Edge might cash in on the reputation of the original Victor, but we are convinced a manufacturer the likes of TVS is capable of far better.

TESTERS NOTES
Front disc brake offers fine feel and Performance.

Lack of grunt is disappointing from otherwise flawless engine.

Skinny fuel tank somewhat uncomfortable on rider's thighs.