Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Suzuki V-Strom 250SX
Which is Better?
Looking for the differences betweenRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450 and Suzuki V-Strom 250SX? This side-by-side comparison covers price, engine specifications, power, torque, fuel tank capacity, dimensions, features, brakes, suspension, tires, and other key specifications to help you decide which motorcycle is the better choice.
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| Specification | Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 | Suzuki V-Strom 250SX |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Model | Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 | Suzuki V-Strom 250SX |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Price | ₱329,000 | ₱229,000 |
| Category | Adventure Touring / Dual-Sport | Adventure Touring / Crossover |
| Engine & Performance | ||
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC, 4-Valve | Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, 4-Valve, SOHC |
| Displacement | 452 cc | 249 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 84.0 mm x 81.5 mm | 76.0 mm x 54.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | — |
| Maximum Power | 40 hp @ 8,000 rpm | 26 hp @ 9,300 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 40 Nm @ 5,500 rpm | 22.2 Nm @ 7,300 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Constant Mesh |
| Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate with Assist & Slipper Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate |
| Final Drive | Chain Drive | Chain Drive |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h (Est.) | 135–140 km/h (Est.) |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) | Fuel Injection (Fi) |
| Cooling System | Liquid-Cooled | Oil-Cooled (Suzuki Oil Cooling System - SOCS) |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Overall Lenght | 2,245 mm | 2,180 mm |
| Overall Width | 852 mm | 880 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,316 mm | 1,355 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,510 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Seat Height | 825 mm (Adjustable up to 845 mm) | 835 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 205 mm |
| Wet Weight | — | — |
| Dry Weight | — | — |
| Kerb Weight | 196 kg | 167 kg |
| Chassis & Suspension | ||
| Frame Type | Twin-Spar Steel Tube Frame | Diamond Frame |
| Front Suspension | 43mm Upside-Down (USD) Fork (Show SFF-BP) | Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped |
| Rear Suspension | Linkage Type Monoshock, Preload Adjustable | Swingarm Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped (Monoshock) |
| Front Tire | 90/90 - R21 | 100/90 - 19M/C 57S |
| Rear Tire | 140/80 - R17 | 140/70 - 17M/C 66S |
| Tire Type | Tubeless / Tube-Type (Depending on wheel trim) | Tubeless |
| Front Brake | Hydraulic Disc (320 mm) with ByBre Caliper | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake | Hydraulic Disc (270 mm) | Hydraulic Disc |
| ABS | Switchable Dual-Channel ABS | Dual-Channel ABS |
| Electronics & Features | ||
| Riding Modes | Yes (Eco and Performance modes via Ride-by-Wire) | No |
| Traction Control | Yes (Rear ABS can be turned off for off-roading) | No |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Quick Shifter | No | No |
| Cruise Control | No | No |
| Display Type | 4-inch Round TFT Color Display | Full Digital LCD Instrument Panel |
| Instrument Panel | Tripper Dash with Full Map Navigation, Speedometer, Tachometer, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, Service Reminder | Digital Speedometer, Tachometer, Odometer, Gear Position Indicator, Fuel Gauge, Clock, Trip Meter |
| Lighting | All-LED Lighting System (Integrated Tail/Brake/Winkers, LED Headlamp) | LED Headlight and LED Tail Light |
| USB Charger | Yes (Type-C USB Port) | Optional / Accessory plug-ready (Not standard out of the box) |
| Key System | Standard Ignition Key | Standard Ignition Key with Shutter |
| Smart Key | No | No |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth Smartphone Connectivity with Google Maps Navigation integration | No |
| Aditional Features | Ride-by-Wire Throttle, Off-Road Footpegs, Heavy-Duty Engine Bash Plate | Suzuki Easy Start System, Knuckle Covers (Handguards), Engine Cowl/Bash Plate, Rear Cargo Rack |
| Fuel | ||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.0 L | 12.0 L |
| Fuel Consumption | 25 to 30 km/L | 35 to 40 km/L (Est.) |
| Pricing & Availability | ||
| Price | ₱329,000 | ₱229,000 |
| Color Options | Kaza Brown, Slate Poppy Blue, Slate Himalayan Salt, Kamet White, Hanle Black | Champion Yellow No. 2, Glass Sparkle Black |
| Availability | Available at Royal Enfield dealerships across the Philippines | Available at authorized Suzuki 3S dealerships nationwide |