Ducati Monster vs Suzuki V-Strom SX

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

Suzuki V-Strom SX price starts at Rs. 2.05 Lakh, which is Rs. 11.94 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Monster, priced at Rs. 13.99 Lakh. On the performance front, the Monster uses a 890cc engine producing 111 PS @ 9000 rpm and the V-Strom SX a 249cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and V-Strom SX, the Monster is the better pick for performance, while the V-Strom SX stands out for affordability.

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Monster vs V-Strom SX Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterSuzuki V-Strom SX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 2.05 Lakh
Mileage Not Available32 kmpl
Engine 890 cc249 cc
Max power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available167 Kg

Monster vs V-Strom SX Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedSuzuki V-Strom SX STD
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Brand Name Ducati Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.05 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled 4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Max Power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Suzuki V-Strom SX Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-482.6 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 38,304 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,612 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 12,136 V-Strom SX Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
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
E20
E20
Engine Type
Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Engine Displacement
890 cc
249 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
111 PS @ 9000 rpm
26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
22.2 Nm @ 7300 rpm
Bore
96 mm
76 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
54.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Ignition
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
10.7:1

Front Brake
Double 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

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
145 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Upside-down Showa 43 mm fork
Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
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 :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-482.6 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
175 kg
Not Available
Seat height
815 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.4 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2180*880*1355 mm3
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1440 mm
Length
Not Available
2180 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
205 mm
Height
Not Available
1355 mm
Width
Not Available
880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
167 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Diamond
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Sport,Road,Urban
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Auto Tyre Calibration, Ducati Power Launch
Suzuki Ride Connect, Engine Under Cowling, Suzuki Eco Performance (SEP), Speed Exceeding Alert, Phone Battery Level Display, ETA Updates
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Not Available
Fall Alert
Yes
Not Available
Heated Grips
Yes
Not Available
Cornering ABS
Yes
Not Available
Wheelie Control
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Engine Brake Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
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
2 Years
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
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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Ducati Monster Vs Suzuki V-Strom SX FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
The Suzuki V-Strom SX is cheaper than Ducati Monster by ₹11.94 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
For the Red version, 890 cc Petrol engine of Monster produces 111 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 91.1 Nm @ 7250 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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