KTM RC 390 vs Suzuki V-Strom SX 250

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM RC 390 or Suzuki V-Strom SX 250? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between RC 390 and V-Strom SX 250. KTM RC 390 Price starts at Rs.3.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for GP Edition and Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 Price starts at Rs.2.12 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Std. KTM RC 390 is 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 42.9 bhp @ 9000 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, RC 390 provides a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model), and V-Strom SX 250 has a mileage of 36 kmpl (base model). KTM RC 390 is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

RC 390 vs V-Strom SX 250

Key Highlights	KTM RC 390	Suzuki V-Strom SX 250
Price	Rs.3.16 Lakh	Rs.2.12 Lakh
Engine Capacity	373.27 cc	249 cc
Power	42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm	26.1 bhp @ 9300 rpm
Mileage/Range	25 kmpl	36 kmpl

KTM RC 390

GP Edition

Rs. 3.16 Lakh

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Suzuki V-Strom SX 250

Std

Rs. 2.12 Lakh

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Specifications Overview

RC 390 specifications	V-Strom SX 250 specifications
Variant Name	GP Edition	Std
On Road Price	3.56 Lakh Price Breakup	2.38 Lakh Price Breakup
User Rating	4.1 95 Reviews	4.3 6 Reviews
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.7 Litres	12 Litres
Engine Displacement	373.27 cc	249 cc

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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

RC 390 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	V-Strom SX 250 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type	Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston	Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size	320	300
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	Yes	No
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	29	22
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	29	22
Front Wheel Size	17	19
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Yes	Yes
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	30	29
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	29	29
Rear Wheel Size	17	17
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	WAPEUSforks4mdiameter	Telescopic coil spring oil damped
Rear Suspension	WP APEX MoNoshock& 10 step adjustable	Swing arm type coil spring oil damped
Front Tyre Size	110/70 - 17	100/90 - 19

Instrumentation

RC 390 Instrumentation	V-Strom SX 250 Instrumentation
Riding Modes Switch	No	No
Touch Screen Display	No	No
Fuel level guage	Yes	Yes
Gear Indicator	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital

Exterior

RC 390 Exterior	V-Strom SX 250 Exterior
Daytime Running Lights	Yes	Yes
LED headlight	Yes	Yes

Warranty

RC 390 Warranty	V-Strom SX 250 Warranty
Basic Warranty	2 Years or 30000 km	2 Years or 30000 km

Body & Suspension

RC 390 Body & Suspension	V-Strom SX 250 Body & Suspension
Colors	RC 390 Colours	V-Strom SX 250 Colours
Images	RC 390 Images	V-Strom SX 250 Images
Frame Type	Steel trellis frame& powder coated	Diamond

Engine & Transmission

RC 390 Engine & Transmission	V-Strom SX 250 Engine & Transmission
Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Ignition	-	CDI
Spark Plugs	1 Per Cylinder	1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity	373.27 cc	249 cc
Engine Type	Single Cylinder&Liquid Cooled &DOHC&FI 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	0.096 kwh	0.072 kwh
Battery Type	-	Maintenance Free
Top Speed	170 kmph	140 kmph
Bore x Stroke	89 mm x 60 mm	76 mm x 54.9 mm
Charging Socket	Yes	-
Configuration	12.88:1	-
Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Oil Cooled

Comfort & Convenience

RC 390 Comfort & Convenience	V-Strom SX 250 Comfort & Convenience
Average Speed Indicator	Yes	No
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	Yes
Front Storage Box	No	No
Geo Fencing	-	No
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Riding Modes	No	No
Service Reminder Indicator	Yes	Yes
Under Seat Storage	No	No
GPS & Navigation	Yes	Yes
Console Type	Digital	Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator	Yes	No
Engine Kill Switch	Yes	Yes

Safety

RC 390 Safety	V-Strom SX 250 Safety
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator	Yes	Yes
Hazard Warning Switch	No	No
Radial Tyres	Yes	No
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Turn Signal	LED	LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Brake Assist	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Power Modes	No	No
Slipper Clutch	Assist And Slipper Clutch	Wet Multiplate
Traction Control System	Yes	No

Dimensions & Capacity

RC 390 Dimensions & Capacity	V-Strom SX 250 Dimensions & Capacity
Length	2145 mm	2180 mm
Width	760 mm	880 mm
Height	830 mm	1355 mm
Wheelbase	1355 mm	1440 mm
Ground Clearance	153 mm	205 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.7 Litres	12 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity	1.7 Litres	1.3 Litres
Body Type	Sports Bike	Adventure
Seat Height	835 mm	835 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight	172 kg	167 kg

Entertainment & Communication

RC 390 Entertainment & Communication	V-Strom SX 250 Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)	Yes	-

Pros & Cons

RC 390 Pros & Cons	V-Strom SX 250 Pros & Cons
Pros	Added features - adjustable riding posture Adjustable suspensions & handling settings Availability of spare parts across the country Impeccable handling around the corners Looks better, new colour options Most powerful & lightweight in its segment Reliable and performance friendly engine to continue Tech loaded & a great beginners track motorcycle	Looks large for a 250cc bike Excellent punchy performance from Gixxer based engine Comfortable riding posture for both pillion & rider
Cons	Dedicated posture not suited for long rides Dizzy low-end torque Heats up pretty quick as compared to the rivals Long term reliability is still a big question mark Too hardcore as compared to the RR310	More of a soft-trail bike than outright adventure

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KTM RC 390 GP Edition

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Safety

RC 390 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Traction Control System. V-Strom SX 250 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

Comfort & Convenience

KTM RC 390 has features like Low Oil Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch 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

KTM RC 390 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and V-Strom SX 250 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

KTM RC 390 has a 13.7 Litres fuel tank with 830 mm seat height. Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 has 1355 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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KTM RC 390 and Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 Owner Reviews

RC 390 Review
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  Anas khan
  27 Oct 2024
  5.0
  This is the most loved bike of all Indian and it has sports bike look easy to handle it's color variant and it has the speed that I love it
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  Pawandeep singh
  30 Days ago
  5.0
  Superb bike ever! I like this bike I love this bike ever it's color and comfort is superb I love it its speed is fantastic my dream bike is KTM RC 390.
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  THYKO
  7 Month ago
  5.0
  Very good and feeling better for the moment, it is a great idea to own one for the peaceful drive on the. the country and enjoy ride.
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  Uday Gogoi
  8 Month ago
  4.6
  This bike is so fast And drak racing bike. Good mileage, great engine power, Nice design, KTM RC 390 is awesome bike in India
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  Nakul aingh
  8 Month ago
  5.0
  Superb and outstanding bike its an amazing and ming blowing design and power full pickup, I love KTM RC 390. killer looks.
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KTM RC 390 and Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 FAQs

What is the on-road price of KTM RC 390?

The on-road price of KTM RC 390 is Rs. 3.56 Lakh in New Delhi.

What is the on-road price of Suzuki V-Strom SX 250?

The on-road price of Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 is Rs. 2.38 Lakh in New Delhi.

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