Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 vs Yamaha Xsr 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 vs Yamaha Xsr 125. Husqvarna Svartpilen 125: 15 hp @ 9,250 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 110 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
Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
Yamaha Xsr 125
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
12 Nm
12 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
115 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
148 kg
134 kg
Type
Scrambler
Classic
Horsepower
15 hp @ 9,250 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
110 km/h
115 km/h
Weight
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.8 L/100km (approximately 35.7 km/L)
2.5 L/100km (approximately 40 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
7.5/10
"The most stylish A1-licence bike you can buy used."
Pros
+Stunning, distinctive visual design
+Quality WP suspension fitted
+KTM-derived reliable mechanicals
Cons
−Parts and servicing expensive
−Tight service intervals needed
−Soft suspension for heavier riders
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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