BSA Scrambler 650 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX

Last Updated: October 22, 2026

Suzuki V-Strom SX price starts at Rs. 2.02 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.23 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BSA Scrambler 650, priced at Rs. 3.25 Lakh. On the performance front, the Scrambler 650 uses a 652cc engine producing 45 PS @ 6500 rpm and the V-Strom SX a 249cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm. If you're deciding between the Scrambler 650 and V-Strom SX, the V-Strom SX is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Scrambler 650 stands out for performance.

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Scrambler 650 vs V-Strom SX Comparison Summary

Specification BSA Scrambler 650Suzuki V-Strom SX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.25 LakhRs. 2.02 Lakh
Mileage Not Available32 kmpl
Engine 652 cc249 cc
Max power 45 PS @ 6500 rpm26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Kerb weight 208 Kg167 Kg

Scrambler 650 vs V-Strom SX Key Highlights

Basic Info BSA Scrambler 650 Raven BlackSuzuki V-Strom SX STD
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Brand Name BSA Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.25 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.02 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs 4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Max Power 45 PS @ 6500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BSA Scrambler 650 Colors
Suzuki V-Strom SX Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 8,897 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,534 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,573 Scrambler 650 Insurance Rs. 12,089 V-Strom SX Insurance
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Spark Plugs
2
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
140 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs
4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Engine Displacement
652 cc
249 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45 PS @ 6500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Max Torque
55 Nm @ 4000 rpm
22.2 Nm @ 7300 rpm
Bore
100 mm
76 mm
Stroke
83 mm
54.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Ignition
Compression Ratio
11.5:1
10.7:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
32 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
41 mm Telescopic Forks
Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock Absorbers
Swingarm Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
22 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
22 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/80-19,Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.4 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2180*880*1355 mm3
Wheelbase
1465 mm
1440 mm
Length
Not Available
2180 mm
Ground Clearance
187 mm
205 mm
Height
Not Available
1355 mm
Width
Not Available
880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
208 Kg
167 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH

Frame Type
Not Available
Diamond
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Suzuki Ride Connect, Engine Under Cowling, Suzuki Eco Performance (SEP), Speed Exceeding Alert, Phone Battery Level Display, ETA Updates
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Navigation Type
Not Available
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5000 Kms/165-180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
10000 Kms/350-365 Days

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Suzuki V-Strom SX
  • Has loads of visual presence and looks like a big ADV bike, Handling is impressive by ADV standards, Relaxed riding ergonomics makes it a great tourer
Suzuki V-Strom SX
  • Stiff rear suspension means off-road performance is poor, Pricing is on the higher side, Flat spot in mid range means one has to work the engine for overtakes
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Which bike is cheaper BSA Scrambler 650 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
The Suzuki V-Strom SX is cheaper than BSA Scrambler 650 by ₹1.23 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BSA Scrambler 650 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
For the Raven Black version, 652 cc Petrol engine of Scrambler 650 produces 45 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 55 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 249 cc Petrol engine of V-Strom SX produces 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm of power and 22.2 Nm @ 7300 rpm of torque

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