The latest V‑Strom SX now sports a twin‑tone finish, complete with fresh graphics, while keeping the 249cc engine and standard kit intact.
Under the hood, the 249‑cc single cylinder still churns out 26.5 hp and 22.2 Nm, paired with a six‑speed gearbox that feels nimble on both city streets and gravel trails.
Price‑wise, it sits at ₹2.02 lakh ex‑showroom, putting it just above the Hero X‑Pulse 210’s ₹1.68‑₹1.77 lakh range and a touch ahead of the Honda XR‑300’s ₹1.83 lakh offer. On‑road costs, after taxes and accessories, will push it closer to ₹2.1 lakh, while the Apache RTX 300 starts around ₹1.99 lakh and tops out near ₹2.39 lakh.
If you’re lining up a test ride, make sure the dealer can confirm the new paint is in stock and how long the delivery will take. Also, ask whether the ₹5,000 Rynox voucher covers only apparel, its expiry, and whether the 6.99 % finance rate applies to everyone or is profile‑dependent.
With the V‑Strom SX already available in most metros, the next thing to watch is whether Suzuki will introduce a higher‑spec variant or tweak the battery range—something that could shift the price‑per‑kilometre bar for buyers eyeing a mid‑range adventure bike.