TVS Unveils Five Custom Motorcycles at 2026 Rann Utsav - Stunning Kutch-Inspired Builds Steal the Show
If you've ever been to the Rann Utsav or just dreamed of riding through the endless white salt desert under a full moon sky, TVS just made that experience even more special. At the 2026 Rann Utsav (running from December 2025 to March 2026), TVS Motor Company unveiled five breathtaking custom motorcycles - each one a handcrafted tribute to the culture, colours, crafts, and spirit of Kutch and Gujarat. These aren't production bikes you can buy; they're exclusive showpieces built by TVS designers and local Kutch artisans to celebrate the festival and the region's rich heritage.
Here's a close look at the five custom bikes, what makes each one unique, and why they're turning heads at one of India's most magical events.
Apache Ronin - The Star of the Show (Kutch Salt Desert Theme)
The headline bike is a custom TVS Apache Ronin painted to look like the Rann itself.
Base colour: Pure white mimicking the salt flats
Accents: Subtle blue and silver gradients for the starry night sky
Hand-painted details: Traditional Kutch embroidery patterns, camel silhouettes, geometric tribal designs
Tank: Mirror-work decal inspired by local handicrafts
Seat: Tan leather with embroidered tribal motifs
Exhaust & frame: Matte black with etched Kutch art
Wheels: Matte silver to look like salt-crusted rims
The bike glows under LED accents at night - a perfect fit for the Rann's famous starry skies. It's a rolling piece of art that captures the magic of the desert festival.
Ronin - Handicraft & Mirror Work Tribute
Another Ronin variant focuses purely on Kutch's mirror-work (abhla) and embroidery traditions.
Tank and panels covered in hand-applied mirror pieces and embroidered patterns
Seat stitched with traditional Kutch motifs
Colour scheme: Deep maroon base with silver mirror highlights
Chrome accents replaced with brushed metal for a more artisan feel
This one feels like a moving piece of Kutch craft - every angle shows intricate handwork by local artisans.
Raider - Desert Dune & Camel Theme
The sporty TVS Raider gets a complete makeover with desert dune gradients and camel motifs.
Tank: Sand dune gradient from beige to white
Side panels: Hand-painted camel caravan scenes
Seat: Camel leather texture with tribal stitching
Wheels and frame: Matte beige and brown to blend with the desert
It's sporty yet blends perfectly with the Rann landscape - a fun contrast between the bike's energy and the desert's calm.
Apache RTR 160 - Tribal Art & Embroidery Focus
The Apache RTR 160 gets covered in bold tribal art and embroidery patterns from Kutch communities.
Full tank and side panels hand-painted with geometric tribal designs
Seat wrapped in embroidered fabric
Colour scheme: Earthy reds, browns, and whites with mirror accents
Headlight cowl and tail section etched with traditional symbols
This one feels like a moving canvas of Kutch tribal heritage - bold, colourful, and full of story.
Ronin Scrambler Variant - Starry Night & Salt Flat Theme
The fifth bike is a scrambler-style Ronin with a starry night sky theme.
Body: Deep midnight blue fading to white salt flat gradient
Tank: Hand-painted constellation and star patterns
Seat: Black leather with silver stitching
Wheels: Matte black with silver spokes
Exhaust & accents: Brushed metal with etched star motifs
LED underglow and subtle lighting make it glow like the night sky over the Rann - stunning for evening festival displays.
Why TVS Did This - A Beautiful Cultural Tribute
These five customs aren't for sale - they're TVS's way of honouring the Rann Utsav and Gujarat's incredible craft traditions.
Local Kutch artisans did the hand-painting, mirror work, and embroidery
The bikes are displayed at the TVS pavilion during the festival
The goal is to blend modern motorcycle design with India's cultural roots
The Rann Utsav attracts lakhs of visitors every year, and these bikes are a perfect way to celebrate the white desert, full-moon nights, and traditional handicrafts while showcasing TVS's design talent.
Final Thoughts
The Kutch-themed custom TVS bikes are stunning - especially the Apache Ronin with its salt desert paint and mirror-work details. They're not production models, but they're a beautiful reminder that motorcycles can be more than machines - they can be art, culture, and storytelling on two wheels.
If you're attending Rann Utsav 2026, make sure to visit the TVS display area - these bikes look even better under the desert stars. For regular riders, the standard Apache Ronin, Raider, and other TVS models are already great choices - and this custom showcase shows how much soul TVS can put into their bikes when they want to.
Have you seen these customs in photos or videos from Rann Utsav? Which one is your favourite? Drop your thoughts below - it's always great to hear from fellow riders!