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Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z vs Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, Kathmandu2 of 3 trim prices distributor-verified 12 Sept 2026Comparing 400z vs (single Nepal variant, 4 colour options) variants

The short answer

Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z costs रु 1,79,100 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z if

Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z costs रु 1,79,100 less ex-showroom.

Aggressively priced for a 400cc streetfighter; strong performance and features suit enthusiasts wanting power on a budget. Best value for riders upgrading from 150–200cc bikes who prioritize performance over touring comfort or premium brand image.

Pros

Strong 40+ PS performance with modern electronics at this price.

Dual-channel ABS and traction control add safety and control.

Aggressive styling and multiple colour options attractive to young riders.

Price under 6 lakh ex-showroom makes it one of the most affordable 400cc bikes.

Cons

Ride comfort and refinement less plush than some premium 400cc rivals.

Underseat storage is minimal and practicality is limited.

No dedicated touring features like large windscreen or luggage mounts stock.

Bajaj’s 400cc-specific service expertise may be thinner outside major cities.

As of 29 Jul 2026

Choose the Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 if

You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

At around NPR 7.99 lakh ex-showroom, the V-Strom SX 250 offers strong performance, full LED lighting and advanced connected features, making it good value for an adventure-styled 250cc touring bike in Nepal. Best suited to riders wanting a lightweight, versatile tourer with modern connectivity and high ground clearance, but who can live with a relatively small 12 L tank and basic suspension.

Pros

Torquey and efficient 249 cc engine with tried-and-tested SOCS oil cooling.

High 205 mm ground clearance and 19-inch front wheel suit Nepali road conditions.

Rich connectivity: navigation, alerts, phone integration, and USB charging built-in.

Dual-channel ABS, LED lighting, and 5-year warranty enhance safety and ownership appeal.

Cons

12 L fuel tank limits range for very long tours compared with some rivals.

No traction control or advanced rider aids beyond ABS despite adventure positioning.

Suspension is basic telescopic/swingarm setup without long-travel or USD front forks.

Single variant choice; no factory luggage system or crash guards included as standard.

As of 27 Jul 2026

14 rows compared

Bajaj

Pulsar NS 400 Z

रु 6,19,900Lowest price

Suzuki

V-Strom SX 250

रु 7,99,000

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 6,19,900Cheapest

रु 7,99,000

Range, all variants

रु 6,19,900

रु 6,19,900 – रु 7,99,000

Variants on sale

Fuel

petrol

Distributor

HH Bajaj

V.G. Automobiles Pvt. Ltd.

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cash

No specific official cash discount scheme found; standard billing applies.

cashरु 10,000

Occasional seasonal discount or free accessories campaign by Suzuki Nepal dealers

bundled

Suzuki Paisa Wasool Free Service package up to 5 years

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Max power

Not disclosed

26.5 PS

Max torque

Not disclosed

22.2 Nm

Transmission

Not disclosed

manual

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

Not disclosed

2,180 mm

Height

Not disclosed

1,355 mm

Wheelbase

Not disclosed

1,440 mm

Ground clearance

Not disclosed

205 mm

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

202Better

Service centres

176Better

1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·Front suspension: 43 mm USD

·Rear suspension: Monoshock with Nitrox, 6 step adjustable

·Adjustable Levers: Yes

·Handlebar: Hydroformed tubular Street fighter handlebar

·USD Forks: Champagne gold 43 mm upside down forks for precision handling

As of 08 Sept 2026

·Separate cushioned rider and passenger seats with sporty profile

·Compact functional windscreen to reduce fatigue

·Aluminum footrests with vibration-absorbing rubber covers

·Knuckle covers for wind/rain/rock protection on hands

·Engine under cowling for protection and reduced fatigue on rough roads

As of 27 Jul 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Instrument Cluster: Bonded glass with colour LCD display, Dot matrix, Bluetooth connectivity and TBT Navigation

·Instrument Cluster Key Features: Navigation control

·Instrument Cluster Key Features: Music control

·Instrument Cluster Key Features: Call accept and reject

·Instrument Cluster Key Features: Lap timer

·Instrument Cluster Key Features: Missed call and Message (SMS) notification

·Instrument Cluster Key Features: Brightness control

·Instrument Cluster Key Features: Mobile battery charge status

·Instrument Cluster Key Features: Mobile network strength status

·USB Socket charger: Yes

·Hazard Lamp Switch: Yes

·Control switches for connectivity: Smart 4 way selection control switch

·Bluetooth-enabled LCD console with navigation, call/message alerts, music control and lap timer

As of 08 Sept 2026

·Bluetooth-enabled digital console with Suzuki Ride Connect Edition

·Missed call alert & caller ID (Android only) on cluster

·Speed exceeding alert configurable via Suzuki Ride Connect app

·Call, SMS & WhatsApp alert with LED blinking + text display on cluster

·Phone battery level display on instrument cluster

·Turn-by-turn navigation with icon display and ETA updates

·USB outlet on left side of instrument cluster, blue illumination

·LED headlight and LED tail-light with light guide design

·App compatibility: Android 6+ and iOS 12+

As of 27 Jul 2026

🛡️Safety

·Front brake: 320 mm Disc

·Rear brake: 230 mm Disc

·Twin Channel ABS: Yes

·Traction control: Electronic Traction Control, switchable in sport and off-road ride mode

·Front Tyre: 110/70 - 17 Tubeless

·Rear Tyre: 140/70 - 17 Tubeless

·5 step adjustable brake and clutch levers

·ABS Ride Modes: Road, Rain, Sport and Offroad

As of 08 Sept 2026

·Front disc brake, single rotor

·Rear disc brake

·Dual-channel ABS monitoring both wheels

·LED headlight with high/low beam for better night visibility

·LED tail-light for clear rear visibility

·Semi-block pattern MRF MoGrip Meteor tyres for mixed-surface grip

As of 27 Jul 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·Headlamp: Bi functional Sealed LED projector with 'Z' signature DRLs

·Tail lamp: LED

·Blinkers: LED

·No. plate lamp: LED

·LED projector headlamps for enhanced visibility

·USD Forks: Champagne gold 43 mm upside down forks

·Colour Available: Brooklyn Black

·Colour Available: Glossy Racing Red

·Colour Available: Pewter Grey

·Colour Available: Pearl Metallic White

As of 08 Sept 2026

·19-inch 10-spoke cast aluminum front wheel, 100/90-19 tubeless tyre

·17-inch 10-spoke cast aluminum rear wheel, 140/70-17 tubeless tyre

·MRF MoGrip Meteor semi-block tyres front and rear

·Short, all-black dual-exit muffler with rugged muffler cap

·Beak design inspired by DR-Z racer / DR-BIG off-road models

·Compact windscreen and knuckle guards emphasize adventure styling

·Colour options: Pearl Fresh Blue + Glass Sparkle Black (QY1+YVB)

·Colour options: Champion Yellow No.2 + Glass Sparkle Black (YU1+YVB)

·Colour options: Pearl Glacier White + Met. Mat Stellar Blue (YWW+YUA)

·Colour option: Glass Sparkle Black solo (YVB)

As of 27 Jul 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Single Nepal variant officially sold via HH Bajaj

·Ex-showroom Nepal price researched from official HH Bajaj sources, Rs 5,66,900

·Deliveries in Nepal have started in 4 colour options

As of 29 Jul 2026

·Sold as single mechanical variant; differences only in colour/graphics

·Positioned as quarter-litre adventure tourer in Nepal

·Suzuki warranty coverage up to 5 years; scheme badge ‘Suzuki Paisa Wasool Free Service’

·Nepal ex-showroom price about NPR 7.99 lakh as listed on suzukimotorcycle.com.np

As of 27 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z

Suzuki V-Strom SX 250

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom

रु 6,19,900

रु 7,99,000

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 12,300

≈ रु 6,800

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 2,157

≈ रु 1,931

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 6,34,357

≈ रु 8,07,731

EMI / month

≈ रु 11,570 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 14,912 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z full details Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 full details EMI calculator Insurance cost On-road price

Our verdict

On our data the Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z is the stronger buy: it is रु 1,79,100 cheaper ex-showroom (28.9%) and still leads on dealer and service reach.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z if

the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
you want servicing within reach of where you live
you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 174 more service centres in Nepal (176 vs 2); 121 more showrooms in Nepal (202 vs 81).

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Price movements we logged

2 recorded since July 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z: 1 · Suzuki V-Strom SX 250: 1. Each is a dated change we applied to a published ex-showroom price after checking it. A logged change may be a distributor's revision or our own correction coming into line with the official figure — the log says which way each one moved, and when, not why.

See the full price-change log →

Trim prices distributor-verified

2 of 3

Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 12 September 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal

Bajaj: 202 showrooms, 176 service centres · Suzuki: 81 showrooms, 2 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh

Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z vs Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z or Suzuki V-Strom SX 250?

As of September 2026, the Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z starts at Rs 6.2 lakh ex-showroom — the same as the Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 at Rs 6.2 lakh.

What is the price of the Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z and Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 in Nepal?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z costs Rs 6.2 lakh and the Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 costs Rs 6.2 lakh to Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z or the Suzuki V-Strom SX 250?

On our data the Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z is the stronger buy: it is रु 1,79,100 cheaper ex-showroom (28.9%) and still leads on dealer and service reach. Take the Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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