Honda Cbx 550 vs Yamaha Xsr 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cbx 550 vs Yamaha Xsr 125. Honda Cbx 550: 50 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Xsr 125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 115 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cbx 550
Yamaha Xsr 125
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
44 Nm
12 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
115 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
209 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
50 hp @ 9,500 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
44 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
115 km/h
Weight
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L, typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km (approximately 40 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Cbx 550
7.5/10
"A rewarding classic if you find an honest, well-kept example."
Pros
+Smooth, characterful inline-four engine
+Reliable when properly maintained
+Surprisingly good parts availability
Cons
−Carburetor synchronization nightmare
−Brittle aging wiring harnesses
−Cam chain tensioner failures common
Yamaha Xsr 125
7.5/10
"The best-looking 125 you can actually enjoy riding."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive retro styling
+Confidence-inspiring urban handling
+Strong residual values
Cons
−Fragile plastic bodywork scratches easily
−Weak stock front brake feel
−Motorway use feels strained
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