Which is more powerful, KLX230R S or V-Strom SX?

The Suzuki V-Strom SX makes more power: V-Strom SX (26.1 bhp) vs KLX230R S (18.74 bhp).

Which is lighter, KLX230R S or V-Strom SX?

The Kawasaki KLX230R S is the lighter bike: KLX230R S (129 kg) vs V-Strom SX (167 kg) kerb weight.

Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Suzuki V-Strom SX

Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Suzuki V-Strom SX compared on price, mileage, power and specifications — base variant of each, with the on-road price in Belgaum.

Kawasaki KLX230R S

Standard · Adventure

₹1.89 Lakh ex-showroom

₹2.36 Lakh on-road, Belgaum

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Suzuki V-Strom SX

V-Strom SX Standard - OBD 2B · Adventure

₹2.05 Lakh ex-showroom

₹2.54 Lakh on-road, Belgaum

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Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Suzuki V-Strom SX: at a glance

The Kawasaki KLX230R S is ₹15,644 cheaper than the Suzuki V-Strom SX (₹1.89 Lakh vs ₹2.05 Lakh ex-showroom). The KLX230R S takes lightest. The V-Strom SX takes most powerful, bigger engine and lowest seat.

CheapestKLX230R S — KLX230R S (₹1.89 Lakh) vs V-Strom SX (₹2.05 Lakh)

Most powerfulV-Strom SX — V-Strom SX (26.1 bhp) vs KLX230R S (18.74 bhp)

Bigger engineV-Strom SX — V-Strom SX (249 cc) vs KLX230R S (233 cc)

LightestKLX230R S — KLX230R S (129 kg) vs V-Strom SX (167 kg)

Lowest seatV-Strom SX — V-Strom SX (835 mm) vs KLX230R S (900 mm)

Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Suzuki V-Strom SX specifications

	Kawasaki KLX230R S	Suzuki V-Strom SX
Price & Overview
Ex-Showroom Price	₹1.89 Lakh	₹2.05 Lakh
Body Type	Adventure	Adventure
Category	bike	bike
Engine & Performance
Engine	233 cc	249 cc
Power	18.74 bhp	26.1 bhp
Torque	19.1 Nm	22.2 Nm
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Top Speed	-	140 kmph
Fuel & Efficiency
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage	-	36 kmpl
Fuel Tank	7.5 litres	12 litres
Dimensions
Kerb Weight	129 kg	167 kg
Seat Height	900 mm	835 mm
Ground Clearance	-	-

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Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Suzuki V-Strom SX — Frequently Asked Questions

The Kawasaki KLX230R S is cheaper: KLX230R S (₹1.89 Lakh) vs V-Strom SX (₹2.05 Lakh) (ex-showroom, base variant). The on-road price adds RTO and insurance and varies by city.

Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative and may vary. Ex-showroom, road tax, registration, insurance and other charges are subject to change without notice. Please confirm the final on-road price with your nearest authorised dealer before purchase.