KTM 250 Adventure vs Suzuki V-Strom SX

Last Updated: August 3, 2026

Suzuki V-Strom SX price starts at Rs. 2.00 Lakh, which is Rs. 52,604 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 250 Adventure, priced at Rs. 2.53 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 250 Adventure offers a claimed 38.12 kmpl, while the V-Strom SX delivers 32 kmpl. On the performance front, the 250 Adventure uses a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm and the V-Strom SX a 249cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm. If you're deciding between the 250 Adventure and V-Strom SX, the 250 Adventure is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the V-Strom SX stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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250 Adventure vs V-Strom SX Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 250 AdventureSuzuki V-Strom SX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.53 LakhRs. 2.00 Lakh
Mileage 38.12 kmpl32 kmpl
Engine 249.07 cc249 cc
Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg167 Kg

250 Adventure vs V-Strom SX Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Adventure STDSuzuki V-Strom SX STD
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Brand Name KTM Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.53 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.00 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine 4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Adventure Colors
Suzuki V-Strom SX Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm 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. 6,914 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,759 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,936 250 Adventure Insurance Rs. 12,052 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
140 kmph
140 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
249 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
22.2 Nm @ 7300 rpm
Bore
72 mm
76 mm
Stroke
61.1 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
12.63:1
10.7:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
38.12 kmpl
32 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
38.12 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
35.63 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, Wheel Travel - 200 mm
Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
WP APEX Monoshock, Wheel Travel - 205 mm, Adjustable for Preload (10 steps)
Swingarm Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
22 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
22 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
29 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-130/80-17
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
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
825 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.9 L
2.4 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2180*880*1355 mm3
Wheelbase
1430 mm
1440 mm
Length
2154 mm
2180 mm
Ground Clearance
228 mm
205 mm
Height
Not Available
1355 mm
Width
900 mm
880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
167 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
LED Projector
Not Available

Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame Bolt On Sub-Frame
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
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Offroad ABS, Quickshifter+
Suzuki Ride Connect
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
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
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
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

1st Service
1000 Kms/45 Days
1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
8500 Kms/150 Days
5000 Kms/165-180 Days
3rd Service
16000 Kms/240 Days
10000 Kms/350-365 Days

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 250 Adventure
  • Features a similar look and styling as the KTM 390 Adventure X, Gets a premium looking TFT console with smartphone connectivity, Has a lot of electronic riding aids on offer
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
KTM 250 Adventure
  • Misses out on tubeless spoke wheels which would have made it more capable off-road, Doesn’t get adjustable suspension even as an accessory, Misses out on cruise control
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 KTM 250 Adventure Better Than Suzuki V-Strom SX?

55% users have chosen KTM 250 Adventure over Suzuki V-Strom SX in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 6 users have also rated KTM 250 Adventure and Suzuki V-Strom SX on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Suzuki V-Strom SX is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of performance 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 250 Adventure V-Strom SX
Mileage 3.0 5.0
Performance 4.0 4.0
Comfort 3.0 5.0
Maintenance 3.0 4.0
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KTM 250 Adventure Vs Suzuki V-Strom SX FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 250 Adventure vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
Suzuki V-Strom SX is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of performance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Adventure vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
The Suzuki V-Strom SX is cheaper than KTM 250 Adventure by ₹52,604.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Adventure vs Suzuki V-Strom SX?
For the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of 250 Adventure produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 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 in terms of performance both are same.

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