The Auto Rickshaw

Think of it as a covered bicycle with a fuel-efficient lawn mower engine. Auto rickshaws, also known as tuk tuks, are common vehicles in India and several other countries. Though variable in size, the rickshaws used for the Rickshaw Challenge will seat up to 3 people (1 driver in the front seat and 2 passengers in the back). Though the design of the rickshaw cannot guarantee complete safety and security, the low top speed of the vehicle contributes to major accident prevention.

Breakdowns – Don’t worry

It is common for these 3-wheeled vehicles to break down, especially older models. They are however, easy to repair and as locals drive them throughout India, there is no short supply of repair shops or autorickshaw mechanics, and if everything else fails you can always rely on our support crew to come to your rescue.

But for the most part, if your rickshaw breaks down during the course of any of our events, it will be almost certain you can fix the problem yourself right there and then, and we provide all entrants with a working knowledge of all the secrets of the auto-rickshaw prior to the start of each event. Here are some average numbers.

Mean Vehicle Specs

Title Specs
Gross vehicle weight 610 kilograms (1340 pounds)
Overall length 2625 mm (103.34 in)
Overall width 1300 mm (51 in)
Overall height 1710 mm (67.3 in)
Wheel base 2000 mm (78.74 in)
Engine Single Cylinder, Two stroke forced air cooled
Displacement 145.45 cc
Max. Net Power 7.00 HP @ 5000 rpm
Starting System Kick start
Transmission 4 forward and 1 reverse
Brakes Front and rear hydraulic break system
Fuel tank capacity 8 liters (2 gal) including 1.4 liters reserve
Kerb weight 272 kg (598 pounds)
Mileage within a city18 to 20 km/liter (45 mpg)
Mileage on the highway25 km/liter (60 mpg)
Average cruising speed50 to 60 kmh (35 mph)
Maximum speed80 kmh (50 mph)
Gas tank travel distance145 km to 190 km (90 mi to 120 mi)
Oil mixOil must be added to every liter at 20 to 50 ml/liter (2.5 oz. – 6.4 oz./ gal)

Trips

Mumbai Xpress

Deccan Odyssey

Malabar Rampage

Classic Run

Tamilnadu Run

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