Suzuki Boulevard S40 vs Bajaj Avenger 220
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Boulevard S40 vs Bajaj Avenger 220. Suzuki Boulevard S40: 31 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 145 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Bajaj Avenger 220: 19.03 hp @ 8,400 rpm hp, 152 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 114 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Boulevard S40
Bajaj Avenger 220
Horsepower (hp)
31 hp
19.03 hp
Torque (Nm)
50 Nm
17.55 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
114 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
179 kg
152 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
31 hp @ 6,000 rpm
19.03 hp @ 8,400 rpm
Torque
50 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
17.55 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
145 km/h
114 km/h
Weight
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
152 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L
3.0 L/100km or approximately 33 km/L
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Boulevard S40
6.5/10
"A perfect starter bike you'll sell within two years."
Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine
+Dirt cheap used prices
+Lightweight and forgiving
Cons
−Highway speeds feel miserable
−Minimal updates over decades
−You'll outgrow it fast
Bajaj Avenger 220
6.5/10
"Solid budget cruiser if you buy carefully and manage expectations."
Pros
+Relaxed, comfortable riding position
+Affordable parts and servicing
+Decent highway cruising ability
Cons
−Mediocre braking performance
−Cheap plastics and switchgear
−Limited power for overtaking
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