Bmw R Nine T /5 vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bmw R Nine T /5 vs Yamaha Xsr125. Bmw R Nine T /5: 109 hp @ 7,250 rpm hp, 220 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Yamaha Xsr125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 139 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~110 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bmw R Nine T /5
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
109 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
116 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
220 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
109 hp @ 7,250 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
116 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h (estimated)
~110 km/h
Weight
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L) — estimated real-world average
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Bmw R Nine T /5
8.0/10
"A characterful, beautifully built retro that rewards patient used buyers."
Pros
+Massive usable torque everywhere
+Bulletproof build quality overall
+Huge aftermarket customisation options
Cons
−Final drive joints wear prematurely
−Heavy for its engine size
−Bland stock exhaust note
Yamaha Xsr125
8.0/10
"The smartest 125 you can buy used, full stop."
Pros
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring handling
+VVA engine surprisingly capable
+Premium retro looks hold up
Cons
−Highway riding genuinely punishing
−Replacement bodywork costs hurt
−Limited used market availability
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