Honda Cb750 Nighthawk vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cb750 Nighthawk vs Yamaha Xsr125. Honda Cb750 Nighthawk: 73 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 220 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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
Honda Cb750 Nighthawk
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
60 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
220 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
73 hp @ 9,000 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
60 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
~110 km/h
Weight
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Cb750 Nighthawk
7.8/10
"The most reliable used bike your money can buy right now."
Pros
+Near-indestructible Honda reliability
+Forgiving, neutral handling
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Carbs gum up when neglected
−Scarce OEM cosmetic parts
−Zero performance excitement
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
Top 10 Accessories
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