Suzuki V-Strom SX vs Triumph Bonneville T40

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

Suzuki V-Strom SX price starts at Rs. 2.05 Lakh, which is Rs. 50,046 cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Bonneville T40, priced at Rs. 2.55 Lakh. On the performance front, the V-Strom SX uses a 249cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm and the Bonneville T40 a 350cc engine producing 29 PS @ 7000 rpm. If you're deciding between the V-Strom SX and Bonneville T40, the V-Strom SX is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Bonneville T40 stands out for performance.

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V-Strom SX vs Bonneville T40 Comparison Summary

Specification Suzuki V-Strom SXTriumph Bonneville T40
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.05 LakhRs. 2.55 Lakh
Mileage 32 kmplNot Available
Engine 249 cc350 cc
Max power 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm29 PS @ 7000 rpm
Kerb weight 167 Kg195 Kg

V-Strom SX vs Bonneville T40 Key Highlights

Basic Info Suzuki V-Strom SX STDTriumph Bonneville T40 T4
Rating
3 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Suzuki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.05 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.55 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC
Max Power 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm 29 PS @ 7000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Suzuki V-Strom SX Colors
Triumph Bonneville T40 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,612 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,982 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,136 V-Strom SX Insurance Rs. 12,978 Bonneville T40 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
140 kmph
132 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single-cylinder, Oil Cooled, SOHC
Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC
Engine Displacement
249 cc
350 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 speed
Max Power
26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
29 PS @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque
22.2 Nm @ 7300 rpm
31.2 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
76 mm
89.0 mm
Stroke
54.9 mm
56.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Electronic Ignition
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
12.1:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
32 kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
27.02 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
Not Available
130 mm
Suspension-Front
Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
43mm forks. 130mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
Swingarm Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Twin Shock with pre-load adjustment. 130mm wheel travel

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
22 psi
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
22 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70 R17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
835 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.4 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
379 kg
Length*Width*Height
2180*880*1355 mm3
2120*818*1081 mm3
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1418 mm
Length
2180 mm
2120 mm
Ground Clearance
205 mm
165 mm
Height
1355 mm
1081 mm
Width
880 mm
818 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
167 Kg
195 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
255 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 8AH

Frame Type
Diamond
Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Road,Rain,Eco
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Suzuki Ride Connect, Engine Under Cowling, Suzuki Eco Performance (SEP), Speed Exceeding Alert, Phone Battery Level Display, ETA Updates
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/30-45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
5000 Kms/165-180 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
10000 Kms/350-365 Days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

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
Triumph Bonneville T40
  • Most powerful in segment at 29 PS
  • Cruise control, cornering ABS and traction control
  • 4-inch TFT with navigation
  • Liquid cooled engine
  • Low 790 mm seat height
  • Full LED lighting
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
Triumph Bonneville T40
  • Expensive compared to rivals
  • Heavy at 195 kg
  • Tube tyres
  • Smaller service network
  • Lacks twin-cylinder character
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Which bike is cheaper Suzuki V-Strom SX vs Triumph Bonneville T40?
The Suzuki V-Strom SX is cheaper than Triumph Bonneville T40 by ₹50,046.
Which bike offers better performance Suzuki V-Strom SX vs Triumph Bonneville T40?
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. Whereas for the T4 version, 350 cc Petrol engine of Bonneville T40 produces 29 PS @ 7000 rpm of power and 31.2 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque

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