Honda Xr650l vs Yamaha Xt 660
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Xr650l vs Yamaha Xt 660. Honda Xr650l: 34 hp @ 6,000 rpm (note: US-spec figures; often cited as low due to EPA/CARB restrictions) hp, 166 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h (estimate — actual varies with gearing and rider; note: factory-restricted), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Yamaha Xt 660: 48 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 165 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Xr650l
Yamaha Xt 660
Horsepower (hp)
34 hp
48 hp
Torque (Nm)
52 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
165 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
166 kg
179 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
34 hp @ 6,000 rpm (note: US-spec figures; often cited as low due to EPA/CARB restrictions)
48 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
52 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
60 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h (estimate — actual varies with gearing and rider; note: factory-restricted)
165 km/h
Weight
166 kg (wet/curb weight)
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Xr650l
7.8/10
"The definition of reliable, if you accept its 1993 soul."
Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine
+Cheap parts everywhere
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Factory jetting criminally lean
−Heavy for true off-road
−Dated suspension technology
Yamaha Xt 660
7.5/10
"A dependable workhorse that rewards sensible buyers willing to inspect carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Excellent upright riding position
+Spoked wheels tubeless-convertible
Cons
−Valve clearances often neglected
−Fuel tap O-rings fail
−Uninspiring highway performance
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