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Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 vs Yamaha R15 M BS6in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 09 Aug 2026Comparing (single Nepal variant, 4 colour options) vs R15 M BS6 variants
The short answer

Yamaha R15 M BS6 costs रु 1,44,100 less ex-showroom. V-Strom SX 250 has 35 mm more ground clearance. V-Strom SX 250 has 8.1 PS more power.

Choose the Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 if
V-Strom SX 250 has 35 mm more ground clearance.V-Strom SX 250 has 8.1 PS more power.

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
Choose the Yamaha R15 M BS6 if
Yamaha R15 M BS6 costs रु 1,44,100 less ex-showroom.
15 rows compared
Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 price in Nepal
Suzuki
रु 7,99,000
Yamaha R15 M BS6 price in Nepal
Yamaha
रु 6,54,900Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 7,99,000
रु 6,54,900Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 6,19,900 – रु 7,99,000
रु 6,33,900 – रु 6,54,900
Variants on sale
2
2
Fuel
petrol
petrol
Distributor
V.G. Automobiles Pvt. Ltd.
MAW Rides Pvt. Ltd. (Yamaha Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
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
No offer on this variant
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
Not disclosed
155 cc
Max power
26.5 PS+8.1 PS
18.4 PS
Max torque
22.2 Nm+8 Nm
14.2 Nm
Transmission
manual
Not disclosed
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
2,180 mm
Not disclosed
Height
1,355 mm
Not disclosed
Wheelbase
1,440 mm
Not disclosed
Ground clearance
205 mm+35 mm
170 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
56
142Better
Service centres
2
56Better
1 category hiddenBattery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·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
·Special Seat
As of 30 Jul 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·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
·Y-Connect App with Bluetooth connectivity: Fuel Consumption Tracker, Last Parking Location, Revs Dashboard, Maintenance Recommendations, Malfunction Notification, Ranking
·Speedometer: Digital
As of 30 Jul 2026
🛡️Safety
·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
·Front Brake Type: Hydraulic single disc brake, 282 mm
·Rear Brake Type: Hydraulic single disc brake, 220 mm
·Anti-Lock Braking System
·Traction Control System
·Side Stand Engine Cut-Off Switch
As of 30 Jul 2026
Design & Exterior
·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
·Headlight Type: Bi-functional LED
·LED Position Lights
·Brake/Tail Light: LED
·Aerodynamic Body Design
·3D Emblem
·Front Tyre Size 100/80-17M/C 52P - Tubeless
·Rear Tyre Size 140/70R17M/C 66H - Radial Tubeless
·Tyre Type: Tubeless
·Color: Metallic Grey
As of 30 Jul 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·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
Not disclosed

Every variant, priced

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

Suzuki V-Strom SX 250
Yamaha R15 M BS6

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 7,99,000
रु 6,54,900
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 6,800
≈ रु 6,800
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 1,931
≈ रु 1,931
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 8,07,731
≈ रु 6,63,631
EMI / month
≈ रु 14,912 · 3 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 12,223 · 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.

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Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 vs Yamaha R15 M BS6 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 or Yamaha R15 M BS6?

As of August 2026, the Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 starts at Rs 6.2 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.14 lakh less than the Yamaha R15 M BS6 at Rs 6.34 lakh.

What is the price of the Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 and Yamaha R15 M BS6 in Nepal?

The Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 costs Rs 6.2 lakh to Rs 7.99 lakh and the Yamaha R15 M BS6 costs Rs 6.34 lakh to Rs 6.55 lakh (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the Suzuki V-Strom SX 250 or the Yamaha R15 M BS6?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you. There is no single winner — the side-by-side table shows exactly where each bike is ahead.

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