TVS Air Filter Element / Filter Holder Comp. for Select Apache RTR 160 4V / 200 4V – NF040370

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V / 200 4V Air Filter Element – NF040370

Looking for the replacement Apache RTR 4V air filter? TVS part number NF040370 is labelled “FILTER HOLDER COMP.” in Indian TVS spare-parts catalogues. An official TVS distributor catalogue calls the exact same code “Air Filter Element” and shows a framed pleated filter. This listing uses both terms so customers looking for an Apache 160 4V air filter, Apache 200 4V filter or TVS filter holder component can identify the part correctly.

This is a replaceable component of the air-cleaner assembly, not the complete air filter box/housing. The actual factory-packed part and its filter-media construction must be inspected before dispatch.

Product identification and specifications

Verified fitment — model and airbox version matter

Because TVS has several Apache air-filter/airbox variants, these are catalogue-specific applications, not a blanket promise for all motorcycles of the same name.

Important TVS part-number comparison

What you receive

1 × NF040370 filter-holder / air-filter-element component, as identified by the TVS catalogue. The reference image from an official TVS distributor depicts a filter element inside a black frame. UTH should inspect its own sealed retail packet for the exact supplied configuration before making a photograph-based contents promise.

Not included as separately promised components: complete airbox, airbox cover, air cleaner seals, bolts, hoses, clamps, intake resonator or installation labour. They have separate manufacturer references.

What does the Apache air filter do?

The intake air-filter element helps trap airborne particulate before intake air reaches the engine. A correctly specified filter and intact airbox seal are important to the manufacturer-designed intake system. A wrong-size filter, damaged frame or poor seal can permit air to bypass the intended filtration path.

Maintenance requirements depend on riding conditions and the applicable TVS service schedule. No fixed mileage interval is promised here because different Apache versions and service conditions can require different inspection/replacement intervals.

Before ordering — five checks

1. Confirm 160 4V vs 160 2V: they do not automatically use the same filter.
2. Confirm the actual airbox: BS4/BS6, carb/FI, high-power and ride-mode descriptions can have different air-cleaner revisions.
3. Match NF040370: find the original part code or ask an authorised TVS parts counter to check your chassis number.
4. Compare shape and seal: check the framed element, perimeter seal and seating surfaces against the removed component.
5. Confirm what comes in the packet: the box cover and complete airbox are not included in this one-part listing.

Installation and care

• Work in a clean area to keep debris out of the open intake tract.
• Follow the relevant TVS service manual to access the air-filter housing.
• Compare the replacement frame/sealing profile with the original filter.
• Inspect and clean the airbox only as directed by the service manual; do not allow debris into the intake.
• Seat the element fully and refit the separate cover and fasteners correctly.
• Do not trim, bend, drill or force an element that does not match the airbox.
• Do not assume this item can be washed, oiled or reused without manufacturer instructions.

When to replace the air-filter element

Check the manufacturer service schedule and physical condition. Excessive dirt accumulation, damaged media, broken frame, poor sealing or contamination may justify replacement after inspection. Low mileage or hesitation alone is not proof that the filter is faulty; other intake, fuel and ignition issues can cause similar symptoms.

Authenticity and packaging

NF040370 is a documented TVS part number. Genuine status should be established from the actual TVS package, manufacturer markings and supplied physical item rather than from a retailer claim or a generic photograph. UTH has not supplied a photograph of the specific stock packet for this listing; current MRP and exact packaging details remain unverified.

Frequently asked questions

1. What is TVS NF040370?

It is the TVS spare-part code for the air-intake filter element shown as “FILTER HOLDER COMP.” in Indian TVS parts catalogues. A TVS distributor parts catalogue calls the same part “air filter element”.

2. Does the packet contain an air-filter element or only a plastic holder?

The manufacturer-linked reference photographs and distributor catalogue show a framed pleated air-filter element for NF040370. Please verify the actual sealed UTH packet and the complete supplied part before purchasing or dispatch; do not assume a separate airbox or lid is included.

3. Why does the catalogue call it Filter Holder Comp.?

That is the Indian TVS spare-parts catalogue description. Different official-market sources refer to the same NF040370 code as the air-filter element. Both names are included so the item is easy to identify.

4. Does it fit Apache RTR 160 4V BS6?

NF040370 is listed in TVS RTR 160 4V BS6 air-cleaner assemblies. Exact fitment must still match the correct airbox and production configuration.

5. Does it fit the Apache RTR 160 4V ride-mode version?

A 160 4V ride-mode parts catalogue specifically lists NF040370 for the documented airbox. Check the exact motorcycle revision before ordering.

6. Does it fit the Apache RTR 160 4V 165RP?

A TVS 160 4V 165RP parts-catalogue transcription includes NF040370 in the applicable high-power air-cleaner assembly. Confirm the chassis-linked parts catalogue and actual existing filter.

7. Does it fit every 160 4V manufactured in every year?

No. Older and differently specified airboxes can use N9041910 or another revision. A model name alone does not guarantee the right filter.

8. Is this for the Apache RTR 200 4V BS6 FI?

Yes, NF040370 appears as the air-filter element in the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V FI parts catalogue and the BS6 assembly references. Confirm the specific motorcycle and old part.

9. Does it fit an old RTR 200 4V carburettor or BS4?

Not assumed. Earlier parts diagrams show a different filter-holder reference N9041910. Verify the airbox against a chassis-specific catalogue rather than substituting NF040370.

10. Does it fit the RTR 160 2V?

Not claimed. RTR 160 2V is a different engine/airbox family with separate part references. This listing is not for a generic RTR 160.

11. Does it fit Apache RTR 180 2V or RTR 150?

Not verified for this exact part number. Do not purchase solely because the motorcycle is called Apache.

12. Can NF040370 replace N9041910?

Not on the evidence available. TVS lists both as distinct air-filter/holder part references for different air-cleaner versions. Match the original code and housing.

13. Is NF040380 included?

No separate NF040380 air-cleaner seal is promised. TVS lists NF040380 as a separate part in the applicable air-cleaner diagrams.

14. Is the entire air cleaner box included?

No. The air cleaner housing, lid, seals, ducts, hoses and mounting screws are separately catalogued parts.

15. What is the difference between NF040370 and NF040360?

NF040370 is the filter-holder/filter-element reference; NF040360 is the separate cover for the filter element. They are not interchangeable.

16. How many pieces do I receive?

The TVS air-cleaner assembly diagram specifies quantity 1 for NF040370. UTH should inspect the actual packet and verify its contents before dispatch.

17. Is this a reusable or washable air filter?

We have not found a manufacturer service document confirming a washable or reusable specification for this exact part. Follow the TVS maintenance instructions; do not wash or oil it based on generic advice.

18. Is the filter made of paper?

Product reference imagery shows a pleated element, but the exact manufacturer media specification for your stock is not verified. No definitive filter-media grade is promised.

19. Does replacing it improve mileage or horsepower?

No mileage, horsepower or throttle-response improvement is guaranteed. The purpose is to replace the correct air-filter element as required by the vehicle maintenance schedule and condition.

20. How do I check whether my air filter needs replacement?

Follow the TVS service interval and have the element inspected for dirt loading, damage, sealing problems and the applicable service criteria. Hard starting or poor performance can have unrelated causes.

21. Can I install this myself?

Follow the exact model-specific TVS workshop or owner maintenance instructions; qualified installation is advised if access or filter-sealing checks are unclear.

22. What should I compare with the old part?

Check the NF040370 part number or a TVS chassis-specific catalogue, the filter frame outline, sealing profile, pleat shape, dimensions and the actual airbox model.

23. Does a “BS6” badge alone guarantee fitment?

No. Production and airbox revisions may exist within a regulatory generation. The exact manufacturer part number is the decisive check.

24. Is this an original TVS item?

NF040370 is an authentic TVS parts-catalogue reference. Verify the actual stock packaging and supplied component to confirm genuine-product status; a reference number on a web page is not proof of origin.

25. Can the wrong filter damage the engine?

A poorly fitting or unsealed filter can allow unfiltered air to bypass the element. Never force an incorrect filter into a different airbox; resolve the mismatch before riding.

26. Is NF040370 the same as the air-cleaner assembly NF040180 or NF040560?

No. Those references identify complete air-cleaner assemblies in particular catalogues, while NF040370 is the separately replaceable filter-holder/filter-element component.

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Exact reference NF040370 | Component: Filter Holder Comp. / Air Filter Element | Catalogue quantity: 1 | Verify actual bike airbox before ordering.