QJ Motor SRC 250 vs TVS Raider

Last Updated: October 23, 2026

TVS Raider price starts at Rs. 87,010, which is Rs. 49,990 cheaper than the base variant of QJ Motor SRC 250, priced at Rs. 1.37 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the SRC 250 offers a claimed 50 kmpl, while the Raider delivers 67 kmpl. On the performance front, the SRC 250 uses a 249cc engine producing 17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm and the Raider a 124.8cc engine producing 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the SRC 250 and Raider, the Raider is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the SRC 250 stands out for performance.

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SRC 250 vs Raider Comparison Summary

Specification QJ Motor SRC 250TVS Raider
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.37 LakhRs. 87,010
Mileage 50 kmpl67 kmpl
Engine 249 cc124.8 cc
Max power 17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 163 Kg124 Kg

SRC 250 vs Raider Key Highlights

Basic Info QJ Motor SRC 250 STDTVS Raider Drum
Rating
8 reviews
781 reviews
Brand Name QJ Motor TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.37 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 87,010 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Twin Cylinder Inline, 4V SOHC, Liquid-cooled Engine Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Max Power 17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
QJ Motor SRC 250 Colors
TVS Raider Colors
Braking Type Not Available Synchronized Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-381 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,947 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 2,507 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,994 SRC 250 Insurance Rs. 6,741 Raider Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
3
Claimed Top Speed
135 kmph
95 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Twin Cylinder Inline, 4V SOHC, Liquid-cooled Engine
Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Engine Displacement
249 cc
124.8 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
17 Nm @ 6000 rpm
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
55 mm
53.5 mm
Stroke
52.4 mm
55.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Electric
Electronic Control Unit
Compression Ratio
9.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Braking Type
Not Available
Synchronized Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
50 kmpl
67 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
71.94 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
65.44 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
50-55 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Telescopic Coil Spring Oil Damped
Monoshock, 5 step adj, Gas charged

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-130/90-15
Front :-80/100 - 17, Rear :-100/90 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-381 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
780 mm
780 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1 L
Engine Oil Grade
Not Available
TVS TRU4, 4T oil (10W30)
Length*Width*Height
2070*810*1100 mm3
2070*785*1028 mm3
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1326 mm
Length
2070 mm
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
180 mm
Height
1100 mm
1028 mm
Width
810 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
163 Kg
124 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH

Frame Type
Bassinet Type
Single Cradle Tubular Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Intelligo
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Street Bikes, Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms / 365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500 ~ 18000 kms/548 days

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
TVS Raider
  • Peppy Performance
  • Gets single-channel ABS
  • Comes with GTT (Glide Through Tech)
TVS Raider
  • Rear disc brake is only available in top-end variants
  • Has a small fuel tank

Is TVS Raider Better Than QJ Motor SRC 250?

50% users have chosen TVS Raider over QJ Motor SRC 250 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1495 users have also rated TVS Raider and QJ Motor SRC 250 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features 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 Raider SRC 250
Mileage 4.4 5.0
Performance 4.4 5.0
Comfort 4.4 5.0
Maintenance 4.2 4.3
Features 4.3 5.0
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QJ Motor SRC 250 Vs TVS Raider FAQs

Which bike is best between QJ Motor SRC 250 vs TVS Raider?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper QJ Motor SRC 250 vs TVS Raider?
The TVS Raider is cheaper than QJ Motor SRC 250 by ₹49,990.
Which bike offers better performance QJ Motor SRC 250 vs TVS Raider?
For the STD version, 249 cc Petrol engine of SRC 250 produces 17.64 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 17 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Drum version, 124.8 cc Petrol engine of Raider produces 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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