# Suzuki V-Strom SX — Latest News & Updates 2026 > All news, price revisions, and new variant launches for Suzuki V-Strom SX. Source: https://indianautoforum.com/bikes/suzuki/v-strom-sx/news The Suzuki V-Strom SX had an active update cycle through 2024-2025. Here are the key developments: **January 2025-2025 Model Launched at Rs 1,98,018** Suzuki Motorcycle India launched the 2025 V-Strom SX at Rs 1,98,018 ex-showroom, with mandatory OBD 2B ECU compliance and four all-new colour options. The update was primarily regulatory, with no mechanical changes to the engine or chassis. The new colours replaced several older shades from the 2022-2024 run. **September 2025 - First Customer Himalayan Expedition** Suzuki Motorcycle India organised its first customer-exclusive V-Strom SX expedition to the Himalayas in September 2025. The event generated significant community buzz across YouTube and Instagram, reinforcing the bike's positioning as a genuine touring machine rather than just an adventure-styled commuter. **KTM 250 Adventure Update - A Key Rival Gets Sharper** The most-searched comparison in 2025 is V-Strom SX vs KTM 250 Adventure. With KTM launching an updated 250 Adventure at Rs 2,47,616 featuring a 5-inch TFT display and bi-directional quickshifter, the two bikes have diverged in positioning: V-Strom SX as the value-loaded tourer, KTM 250 Adventure as the feature-rich performance option. **Price Movement** The 2025 model is Rs 5,000 dearer than the 2024 version, purely due to OBD 2B compliance costs. No performance or feature changes accompanied the price increase. No updates yet. No major mechanical update is expected for a 2026 V-Strom SX. Suzuki India typically announces model-year updates between November and January, with new financial year pricing effective from April 1. A V-Strom SX with a larger engine (400cc class) is speculated but unconfirmed - treat any news on this as rumour until an official announcement. For the latest confirmed pricing and spec changes, check back on this page or visit your nearest authorised Suzuki two-wheeler dealer. ## FAQs **What are the latest updates for the Suzuki V-Strom SX?** The 2025 Suzuki V-Strom SX was launched in January 2025 at Rs 1,98,018 ex-showroom with OBD 2B compliance and four new colour options. In September 2025, Suzuki organised India's first customer-exclusive V-Strom SX Himalayan expedition, building a growing touring community around the bike. **Is a new variant or updated Suzuki V-Strom SX expected soon?** No new variant or major mechanical update is officially confirmed for 2026. A larger V-Strom SX (400cc class) is speculated in enthusiast forums but unconfirmed by Suzuki India. Model-year updates, if any, are typically announced between November and January. **Has the Suzuki V-Strom SX received a recent price change?** Yes - the 2025 model saw a Rs 5,000 price increase over the 2024 version, entirely due to mandatory OBD 2B ECU compliance costs. No features or mechanical changes accompanied the price increase. The current ex-showroom price in Delhi is Rs 1,99,018. ## More - [Overview](/bikes/suzuki/v-strom-sx) - [Variants & Prices](/bikes/suzuki/v-strom-sx/variants)