Hero XPulse 210 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX

Suzuki V-Strom SX Price starts at Rs. 1.99 Lakh which is Rs. 35,953 costlier than base model of Hero XPulse 210 priced at Rs. 1.63 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Hero XPulse 210 is 40 Kmpl whereas the mileage of Suzuki V-Strom SX is 32 kmpl. In technical specifications, Hero XPulse 210 is powered by 210 cc engine , while Suzuki V-Strom SX is powered by 249 cc engine. Hero XPulse 210 is available in 3 different colours while Suzuki V-Strom SX comes with 4 colours. The Comparison Hero XPulse 210 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

XPulse 210 vs V-Strom SX

Key Highlights XPulse 210 BaseV-Strom SX STD
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC 4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Max Power 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm

XPulse 210 vs V-Strom SX Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero XPulse 210 BaseSuzuki V-Strom SX STD
Rating
6 reviews
3 reviews
Brand Name Hero Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.63 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC 4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Max Power 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 Colors
Suzuki V-Strom SX Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-482.6 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,698 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,733 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,432 XPulse 210 Insurance Rs. 14,984 V-Strom SX Insurance
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Engine Displacement
210 cc
249 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm
26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Max Torque
20.7 Nm @ 7250 rpm
22.2 Nm @ 7300 rpm
Bore
73 mm
76 mm
Stroke
50 mm
54.9 mm
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Electronic Ignition

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
40 Kmpl
32 kmpl

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Front Forks Dia 41 mm With Anti Friction Bush, Travel - 210 mm
Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
Rectangular Swingarm With 10 Steps Adjustable Gas Charged Monoshock, Linkage Travel - 205 mm
Swingarm Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-120/80-18
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-482.6 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Length*Width*Height
2254*872*1230 mm3
2180*880*1355 mm3
Wheelbase
1446 mm
1440 mm
Ground Clearance
220 mm
205 mm
Kerb Weight
168 Kg
167 Kg

Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
...

Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
...
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Graphics
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
...
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Digital

Standard Warranty (Years)
...
2

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero XPulse 210
  • The larger motor’s extra performance is really useful when riding on off-road trails
  • Slim and lightweight - makes it very easy to manage
  • Ride quality at slow speeds is great
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
Hero XPulse 210
  • Still not great for long distance highway travel - engine sounds busy at 100kmph
  • Rear suspension feels a bit stiff at higher speeds
  • TFT console is difficult to read under direct sunlight
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

Is Suzuki V-Strom SX Better Than Hero XPulse 210?

58% users have chosen Suzuki V-Strom SX over Hero XPulse 210 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 13 users have also rated Suzuki V-Strom SX and Hero XPulse 210 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Suzuki V-Strom SX is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and safety in your bike. But Hero XPulse 210 is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of comfort and maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor V-Strom SX XPulse 210
Mileage 5.0 4.3
Performance 4.0 4.7
Comfort 5.0 5.0
Maintenance 4.0 4.0
Safety 4.0 3.0
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Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
As per the users experiences Hero XPulse 210 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Suzuki V-Strom SX is better on the grounds of mileage and safety. On the basis of comfort and maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
The Hero XPulse 210 is cheaper than Suzuki V-Strom SX by ₹35,953.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
For the Base version, 210 cc Petrol engine of XPulse 210 produces 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 20.7 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
As per the users experiences the Hero XPulse 210 has better performance.

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