Adventure motorcycles, commonly known as Advs, have gained significant popularity among Indian riders, looking for versatility for both on-road commuting and off-road exploration. Manufacturers such as KTM and Hero have offered affordable options in the growing section. For enthusiad to invest under a adventure bike 3 lakhs, five notable suggestions listed below here:
Suzuki V-Strom SX
Suzuki V-Strom SX is designed for riders that desire a mixture of daily purpose and weekend adventure abilities. Operated by 249cc single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine, V-Storm SX gives 26.1 bhp at 9,300 rpm and 22.2 Nm at 7,300 rpm. The bike has a longer windscreen, beak-style front fender and a smooth design with a muscle fuel tank. Modern features include an LED headlight, Bluetooth-SAC Digital Instrument Cluster and a USB charging slot. The V-Strom SX is available in three colors including a champion Yellow number 2, a pearl blaze orange and a glass of sparkle black. Its pre -showroom is priced in Delhi 2,16,00 (East-Shoreroom). Suzuki is also giving up to up to up 15,000 on advice by February 2025.
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Hero xpulse 210
EicMA unveiled in 2024, Hero XPulse 210 is the latest repetition in the adventure lineup of Hero. Nayak launched XPULSE 210 at the recent India Mobility Expo held in New Delhi. Comes at the initial price of the motorbike 1.75 lakhs (East-Shoreroom). The engine shows the engine, a 210cc, fuel-injected single-cylinder, liquid-cooled unit that is built at 24.2 bhp 9,250 rpm and 20.7 Nm of torque at 7,250 rpm. The XPulse series has multitasking abilities, whether it is off-road, on a long tour or daily traffic, XPulse 210 can be trusted for all of them. It performs LED lighting with a projector and a modern 4.2-inch LCD or TFT for the headlamp that provides turn-by-turn navigation for convenience.
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KTM 250 Adventure
KTM has also recently introduced 250 Adventure Mai 2025 updated in India. The motorbike meets riders who want a balance between performance and practicality. The new Adv 249cc is equipped with single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that churns 30.5 bhp at 9,250 rpm and 24 Nm of torque at 7,250 rpm. The motorcycle now gets a suspension journey, the front wheel is 19 inches in size and the rear wheel is 17 inches which gives the bike a staggering stance. Chassis is also re -designed. In terms of tech, the ADV gets the latest kits including ride-by-wire technology, off-road ABS, QuickSifter+ and Turn-Turn Navigation with a 5-inch TFT display with a 5-inch TFT display. The price of KTM 250 Adventure is almost 2.59 lakhs (East-Shorroom, Delhi).
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Yeddy Adventure
Yezdi Adventure has been in the market for some time. It is powered by a 334cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, and pumps 29.1 bhp at 8,000 rpm and 29.8 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. This Yezdi is equipped with a round LED headlight, toll windscreen, split seats and wire-spoke wheels. Modern features include turn-by-turn navigation, full LED light and a completely digital instrument cluster with a USB port. Yezdi adventure falls in two variants ie gloss and mats and starts pricing 2.09 lakhs (East-Dhoreroom, Delhi).
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Royal Enfield Himalayan
The Royal Enfield has become a reliable option for Himalayan adventure enthusiasts. Its 452cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine provides 8,000 rpm at 39.4 bhp and 40 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm. A subtle design in the Himalayas and an adjustable seat ranges from 805 mm to 825 mm.
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Notable features include a spherical TFT display, a tripper navigation system, ride-by-wire, separate riding mode, long-travelers suspension and spocid wheels. Himalayas are available 2.85 lakhs (East-Shoreroom).
