Suzuki Dl250 V-strom vs Honda Cb500x
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Dl250 V-strom
Honda Cb500x
Horsepower (hp)
24 hp
47 hp
Torque (Nm)
22 Nm
43 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
187 kg
197 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
47 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
43 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
145 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
185 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions)
Weight
187 kg (wet/curb weight)
197 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.2 L/100km (approx. 31 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Dl250 V-strom
7.8/10
"The smartest used small-adventure buy under four grand."
Pros
+Bulletproof Suzuki reliability
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
+Holds value well
Cons
−Motorway cruising feels strained
−Fairing plastics crack easily
−Limited aftermarket support
Honda Cb500x
7.8/10
"The most sensible used motorcycle purchase under six thousand dollars."
Pros
+Essentially indestructible engine
+Abundant used supply
+Excellent real-world fuel economy
Cons
−Wind protection genuinely poor
−Suspension soft for loaded touring
−Resale drops fast
Top 10 Accessories
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