The all-new Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 is finally here, and with it, Suzuki Motorcycle is out to stir up the entry-level adventurer segment. But how well does it stack up to the competition? Can it go toe-to-toe with the likes of the Benelli TRK 251 and KTM Adventure 250? Let’s find out!
Engine Specifications
| Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 | Benelli TRK 251 | KTM Adventure 250 | |
| Engine Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling-Type | Oil Cooled | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Maximum Power | 26.5 PS | 25.8 PS | 30 PS |
| Maximum Torque | 22.2 NM | 21.1 NM | 24 NM |
| Number of Valves | 4 | 4 | 4 |
- All three motorcycles are equipped with a quarter-liter engine.
- KTM adventure 250 is the most powerful offering, with the new V-Strom inching behind it.
- The new V-Strom comes with oil-cooling instead of liquid cooling.
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Dimensions
| Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 | Benelli TRK 251 | KTM Adventure 250 | |
| Overall Length (mm) | 2180 | 2070 | 2154 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 880 | 840 | 900 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1355 | 1300 | 1263 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 205 | 170 | 200 |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | 167 | 164 | 177 |
| Seat Height (mm) | 835 | 800 | 855 |
| Tyre Size | 100/90-19 (F) 100/90-19 (R) | 110/70-17 (F) 150/60-17 (R) | 100/90-19 (F) 130/80-17 (R) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12-litres | 18-litres | 14.5-litres |
- The Suzuki V-Strom is the longest and tallest bike amongst the three.
- V-Strom also has the highest ground clearance, giving it an edge when it comes to off-roading.
- Suzuki also offers an optional 25mm lower seat with the V-Strom SX 250.
- With an 18-litre fuel tank capacity, the Benelli TRK 251 fuel should be able to cover longer distances between fuel stops. Plus, with the lowest weight and lowest seat height, it will be slightly more manageable than the other two ADVs, especially in bumper-to-bumper traffic.
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Underpinnings
| Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 | Benelli TRK 251 | KTM Adventure 250 | |
| Frame | Single-downtube frame | Steel trellis frame | Steel trellis frame |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc (280mm) | Disc (320mm) |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc (240mm) | Disc (230mm) |
| ABS | Dual-Channel ABS | Dual-Channel ABS | Dual-Channel ABS |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Fork, 177mm travel | 41mm USD fork, 135mm travel | WP Apex 43mm USD, 170mm travel |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock Spring | Monoshock, 51mm travel | WP Apex – Monoshock, 177mm travel |
| Front Calliper type | Dual Piston Caliper | 4 Piston Caliper | 4 Piston Caliper |
| Rear Caliper Type | Single Piston Caliper | – | Single Piston Caliper |
All three bikes are equally equipped in terms of safety and suspension setup. However, the Austrian adventure uses more premium and sophisticated WP Apex suspension units and has more travel, which will give you an advantage during scouting undiscovered landscapes. It also has larger disc brakes.
Comfort And Convenience
| Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 | Benelli TRK 251 | KTM Adventure 250 | |
| Connected Technology | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Navigation | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Drivers Display | Digital | Digital | Digital |
| USB Charging Port | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Headlight Type | LED | LED | LED |
| Taillight Type | LED | LED | LED |
| Integrated Knuckle Guards | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Engine Start Type | One-Touch Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | Digital |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital | Digital | Digital |
| Kill Switch | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Switchable ABS | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
Suzuki V-Strom is the most equipped in terms of convenience with a slew of convenient features like navigation, connected technology, and a USB outlet.
Price
| Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 | Benelli TRK 251 | KTM Adventure 250 | |
| Ex-Showroom Delhi Price | Rs 2,11,600 | Rs 2,64,000 | Rs 2,35,802 |
