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Honda CB Hornet 2.0 vs Suzuki Gixxer 250in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 08 Aug 2026Comparing STD vs (New) variants

The short answer

Suzuki Gixxer 250 costs रु 6,000 less ex-showroom. Gixxer 250 has 13.8 PS more power.

Choose the Honda CB Hornet 2.0 if

You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Positioned as premium 180cc-class commuter-sport bike Higher price than some 160cc rivals but more features Strong Honda reliability and resale value appeal

Pros

Refined 184 cc engine with good city performance

Upside-down forks and monoshock give stable handling

Full LED lighting and digital console feel modern

Comfortable upright ergonomics for daily rides

Decent mileage for its performance class

Cons

Only single-channel ABS, no dual-channel option

Underseat storage and practicality limited vs scooters

Price slightly higher than some competitors in Nepal

No Bluetooth connectivity or navigation features

As of 19 Jul 2026

Choose the Suzuki Gixxer 250 if

Suzuki Gixxer 250 costs रु 6,000 less ex-showroom.Gixxer 250 has 13.8 PS more power.

Strong performance and dual-channel ABS at a reasonable 250 cc price make Gixxer 250 good value for riders wanting a balanced city-highway motorcycle. Best suited to enthusiasts who want a reliable Japanese 250 with sporty character but can live without fancy electronics.

Pros

Punchy 249 cc engine with good mid-range and highway performance.

Dual-channel ABS and both disc brakes standard for safety.

Suzuki reliability with relatively frugal fuel consumption for a 250.

Sporty yet practical naked design for daily commuting and weekend rides.

Cons

No advanced features like Bluetooth, ride modes, or traction control.

Under-seat storage is minimal compared to scooters.

Suspension and brakes are adequate but not class-leading versus some rivals.

Limited Suzuki big-bike service footprint outside major cities.

As of 27 Jul 2026

16 rows compared

Honda

CB Hornet 2.0

रु 4,69,900

Suzuki

Gixxer 250

रु 4,63,900Lowest price

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 4,69,900

रु 4,63,900Cheapest

Range, all variants

रु 4,69,900

रु 4,63,900 – रु 4,96,900

Variants on sale

Fuel

petrol

Distributor

Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd.

V.G. Automobiles Pvt. Ltd.

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cash

Occasional seasonal cash discount by Honda Nepal dealers

cash

No specific official cash discount or scheme publicly listed for Gixxer 250 currently.

1 offer on other variants

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Engine capacity

Not disclosed

249 cc

Max power

12.7 PS

26.5 PS+13.8 PS

Max torque

16.1 Nm

22.6 Nm+6.5 Nm

Claimed range

Not disclosed

450 km

Transmission

manual

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

2,047 mm

Not disclosed

Height

1,064 mm

1,035 mm

Wheelbase

1,355 mm

Not disclosed

Ground clearance

167 mm

Not disclosed

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

216Better

Service centres

143Better

1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·Single-piece seat with sporty cushioning

·Upside-down front fork improves ride comfort

·Rear monoshock suspension, preload adjustable

·Engine kill switch and hazard switch on handlebar

·Relatively upright riding posture for city commutes

As of 19 Jul 2026

·Split seat setup highlighted for sporty comfort.

·Rear mono-shock with swing arm; telescopic front suspension.

·Neutral, slightly sporty riding posture suited for city and highway (portal reviews, India-spec tests).

As of 27 Jul 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Fully digital LCD instrument cluster

·Displays speed, tachometer, fuel, trip meters, clock

·Gear position indicator and battery voltmeter

·Service due reminder in console

·Engine stop-start switch for convenience in traffic

As of 19 Jul 2026

·Fully digital instrument cluster with gear position, trip, clock.

·No Bluetooth or navigation connectivity officially listed.

·Engine kill switch, electric starter standard (YouTube Nepal promo , portals).

As of 27 Jul 2026

🛡️Safety

·Single-channel ABS on front disc

·Front 276 mm petal disc brake

·Rear 220 mm petal disc brake

·Tubeless tyres front and rear

·LED headlamp for better night visibility

·LED indicators and tail-lamp improve visibility

As of 19 Jul 2026

·Dual-channel ABS standard on Gixxer 250 series in Nepal.

·Front and rear disc brakes.

·No traction control or advanced rider aids disclosed.

As of 27 Jul 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·Streetfighter naked design with muscular tank

·All-LED lighting: headlamp, tail lamp, winkers

·USD gold-coloured front forks for premium look

·Split grab rails and sharp tank shrouds

·Sporty exhaust muffler with dual-outlet style

·Available in multiple sporty colour options

As of 19 Jul 2026

·Naked streetfighter styling with muscular tank.

·LED headlamp and LED tail lamp.

·Split seats, sporty exhaust, and minimal bodywork.

·Colour options similar to SF 250: Metallic Triton Blue, Glass Sparkle Black etc..

As of 27 Jul 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Officially sold in Nepal by Syakar Trading Honda network

·Only one Standard variant offered in Nepal

·Recent market price around NPR 4.70 lakh on-road

·Imported as fully built-up from India-spec production

As of 19 Jul 2026

·Officially distributed by V.G. Automobiles Pvt. Ltd., Naxal, Kathmandu.

·Sold as a premium 250 cc commuter-sport in Suzuki Nepal lineup.

As of 27 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Honda CB Hornet 2.0

Suzuki Gixxer 250

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 4,69,900

रु 4,63,900

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 6,800

≈ रु 12,300

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 1,931

≈ रु 1,931

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 4,78,631

≈ रु 4,78,131

EMI / month

≈ रु 8,770 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 8,658 · 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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Honda CB Hornet 2.0 vs Suzuki Gixxer 250 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Honda CB Hornet 2.0 or Suzuki Gixxer 250?

As of August 2026, the Suzuki Gixxer 250 starts at Rs 4.64 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.06 lakh less than the Honda CB Hornet 2.0 at Rs 4.7 lakh.

What is the price of the Honda CB Hornet 2.0 and Suzuki Gixxer 250 in Nepal?

The Honda CB Hornet 2.0 costs Rs 4.7 lakh and the Suzuki Gixxer 250 costs Rs 4.64 lakh to Rs 4.97 lakh (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the Honda CB Hornet 2.0 or the Suzuki Gixxer 250?

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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