Hero XPulse 210 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX

Last Updated: August 22, 2026

Hero XPulse 210 price starts at Rs. 1.63 Lakh, which is Rs. 37,753 cheaper than the base variant of Suzuki V-Strom SX, priced at Rs. 2.01 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the XPulse 210 offers a claimed 40 kmpl, while the V-Strom SX delivers 32 kmpl. On the performance front, the XPulse 210 uses a 210cc engine producing 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm and the V-Strom SX a 249cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm. If you're deciding between the XPulse 210 and V-Strom SX, the XPulse 210 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the V-Strom SX stands out for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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XPulse 210 vs V-Strom SX Comparison Summary

Specification Hero XPulse 210Suzuki V-Strom SX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.63 LakhRs. 2.01 Lakh
Mileage 40 kmpl32 kmpl
Engine 210 cc249 cc
Max power 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Kerb weight 168 Kg167 Kg

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. 2.01 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. 5,498 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,432 XPulse 210 Insurance Rs. 16,524 V-Strom SX Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
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
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
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
12:1
10.7:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
40 Kmpl
32 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

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

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 :-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

Seat height
830 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.4 L
Length*Width*Height
2254*872*1230 mm3
2180*880*1355 mm3
Wheelbase
1446 mm
1440 mm
Length
2254 mm
2180 mm
Ground Clearance
220 mm
205 mm
Height
1230 mm
1355 mm
Width
872 mm
880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
168 Kg
167 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
276 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
220 mm

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

Frame Type
Semi Double Cradle Of High Tensil Steel
Diamond
Digital Display Type
LCD
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
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Suzuki Ride Connect
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Off Road Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
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
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
750 Kms/60 Days
1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
6500 Kms/240 Days
5000 Kms/165-180 Days
3rd Service
12500 Kms/420 Days
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
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?

56% 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 ₹37,753.
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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