CFMoto 450SR-S vs Yamaha YZF-R7
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
CFMoto 450SR-S vs Yamaha YZF-R7. CFMoto 450SR-S: ~47 hp hp, ~185 kg (408 lbs) weight, top speed ~150 km/h (93 mph), Motoryk rating 7.2/10. Yamaha YZF-R7: 73 hp @ 8,750 rpm hp, 417 lb (wet) weight, top speed 135 mph, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
CFMoto 450SR-S
Yamaha YZF-R7
Horsepower (hp)
47 hp
73 hp
Torque (Nm)
43 Nm
50.2 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
150 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
185 kg
417 kg
Type
Sportbike
Sportbike
Horsepower
~47 hp
73 hp @ 8,750 rpm
Torque
~43 Nm (31.7 lb-ft)
50.2 lb-ft @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
~150 km/h (93 mph)
135 mph
Weight
~185 kg (408 lbs)
417 lb (wet)
Fuel
—
—
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
CFMoto 450SR-S
7.2/10
"Punches above its weight, but buy with eyes wide open."
Pros
+Genuinely capable parallel twin
+Quickshifter works reliably
+Sharp, aggressive styling
Cons
−Fragile, pricey bodywork panels
−Parts availability still inconsistent
−Suspension needs immediate upgrades
Yamaha YZF-R7
7.8/10
"A brilliant entry sportbike that rewards skilled riders without punishing beginners."
Pros
+Forgiving yet genuinely engaging chassis
+CP2 engine incredibly tractable
+Strong parts and dealer network
Cons
−Minimal electronic rider aids
−Stock mirrors completely useless
−Heat soak noticeable in traffic
Top 10 Accessories
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