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Hero XPulse 200T vs Suzuki V-Strom SX 250

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Hero XPulse 200T or Suzuki V-Strom SX 250? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between XPulse 200T and V-Strom SX 250. Hero XPulse 200T Price starts at Rs.1.40 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Sports Red and Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 Price starts at Rs.2.12 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Std. Hero XPulse 200T is 1 cylinder, 199 cc Engine can generate 18.9 bhp @ 8500 rpm power whereas Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 is a 1 cylinder, 249 cc Engine can generate 26.1 bhp @ 9300 rpm power. In terms of mileage, XPulse 200T provides a mileage of 39 kmpl (base model), and V-Strom SX 250 has a mileage of 36 kmpl (base model). Hero XPulse 200T is available in 1 colours & 4 variants whereas Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

XPulse 200T vs V-Strom SX 250

Key HighlightsHero XPulse 200TSuzuki V-Strom SX 250
PriceRs.1.40 LakhRs.2.12 Lakh
Engine Capacity199.6 cc249 cc
Power18.9 bhp @ 8500 rpm26.1 bhp @ 9300 rpm
Mileage/Range39 kmpl36 kmpl
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Hero XPulse 200T Black Sports Red bike
Black Sports Red
Rs. 1.40 Lakh
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Std
Rs. 2.12 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.57 Lakh
Price Breakup
2.38 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
3.5
4.3
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Displacement
199.6 cc
249 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Single Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Dual Piston
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
276
300
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
22
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
22
Front Wheel Size
17
19
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
-
29
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
-
29
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopi(3mDiawitantfrictiobush
Telescopic coil spring oil damped
Rear Suspension
7 step Rider-adjustable MoNoshock
Swing arm type coil spring oil damped
Front Tyre Size
100/80 - 17
100/90 - 19

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
-
Touch Screen Display
-
Fuel level guage
check
check
Gear Indicator
check
check
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
5 years / 70000 Kms
2 Years or 30000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Diamond Type
Diamond

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 4 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
-
CDI
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
199.6 cc
249 cc
Engine Type
BS-VI 200cc 4 Valve oil cooled engine
4-stroke Single-cylinder oil-cooled SOHC
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
12 kwh
0.072 kwh
Battery Type
-
Maintenance Free
Top Speed
115 kmph
140 kmph
Bore x Stroke
66.5 mm x 57.5 mm
76 mm x 54.9 mm
Cooling type
Oil cooed
Oil Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
18.9 bhp @ 8500 rpm
26.1 bhp @ 9300 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
Call/SMS Alerts
-
check
Front Storage Box
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
-
check
Low Oil Indicator
-
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
Service Reminder Indicator
-
check
Under Seat Storage
GPS & Navigation
-
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
-
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
-
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
-
Radial Tyres
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
LED
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Single Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Brake Assist
-
Dual Channel ABS
Power Modes
-
Slipper Clutch
-
Wet Multiplate
Traction Control System

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2118 mm
2180 mm
Width
862 mm
880 mm
Height
1075 mm
1355 mm
Wheelbase
1401 mm
1440 mm
Ground Clearance
177 mm
205 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
-
1.3 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Adventure
Seat Height
797 mm
835 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
153 kg
167 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Reliable & fuel-efficient engine
  • Overall hardware is abuse-friendly
  • Strong aftermarket support, cheap spare costs
  • Hero's widespread service network is a peace of mind
  • Easy to maintain & long-lasting setup
  • Looks large for a 250cc bike
  • Excellent punchy performance from Gixxer based engine
  • Comfortable riding posture for both pillion & rider
Cons
  • Looks are either a hit or a miss
  • Ergonomics not well suited for short riders
  • Engine lacks a top-end punch
  • More of a soft-trail bike than outright adventure
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Detailed Comparison of Hero XPulse 200T and Suzuki V-Strom SX 250

Safety

XPulse 200T comes loaded with Single Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres. V-Strom SX 250 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

Comfort & Convenience

Hero XPulse 200T has features like Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and Suzuki V-Strom SX 250, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

Transmission

Hero XPulse 200T comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and V-Strom SX 250 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Hero XPulse 200T has a 13 Litres fuel tank with 1075 mm seat height. Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 has 1355 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Hero XPulse 200T and Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 Owner Reviews

  • XPulse 200T Review
  • V-Strom SX 250 Review
    • AB
      Ashok Babu
      3 Month ago
      5.0
      Choose the xpulse 200T and enjoy your ride with a good bike. Very affordable and comfortable bike for bike.
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      Jay Patel
      1 Year ago
      5.0
      It is a great and fuel efficient bike. I have enjoyed a lot along with that the pick up of this bike is unbelievable.
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      Tejas
      1 Year ago
      4.2
      Bike is very good for city ride. design is adventurous Engine is smooth . High service cost . If you are looking for low cost 200 cc bike then this is for you.
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      kinku kataki
      2 Year ago
      3.0
      very comfortabl and smooth.i like to ride my bike.
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      THANOJ KUMAR KN
      2 Year ago
      2.6
      Nothing as expected 200cc. I usually drive avg 100km per day for 20days. I feel it's not comfortable.
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