Honda Cbx 550 vs Yamaha Xsr900
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cbx 550 vs Yamaha Xsr900. 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 Xsr900: 119 hp @ 10,000 rpm (2022+ model) hp, 193 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cbx 550
Yamaha Xsr900
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
119 hp
Torque (Nm)
44 Nm
93 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
220 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
209 kg
193 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
50 hp @ 9,500 rpm
119 hp @ 10,000 rpm (2022+ model)
Torque
44 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
93 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (2022+ model)
Top Speed
185 km/h
220 km/h (estimated)
Weight
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx 18 km/L typical real-world average)
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 Xsr900
8.5/10
"The best used triple you can buy under eight grand."
Pros
+CP3 triple is brilliant
+Surprisingly practical daily rider
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Low-RPM fueling can stumble
−Stock suspension merely adequate
−Bar-end mirrors get damaged
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