Husqvarna Vitpilen 125 vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Husqvarna Vitpilen 125 vs Yamaha Xsr125. Husqvarna Vitpilen 125: 15 hp @ 9,250 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 100 km/h (est. ~102 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.0/10. 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
Husqvarna Vitpilen 125
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
12 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
100 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
148 kg
139 kg
Type
Cafe-racer
Classic
Horsepower
15 hp @ 9,250 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
100 km/h (est. ~102 km/h)
~110 km/h
Weight
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.8 L/100km (approx. 35.7 km/L, typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Husqvarna Vitpilen 125
7.0/10
"Style-first urban tool that punishes anyone wanting more than short rides."
Pros
+Stunning, genuinely premium styling
+Rev-happy, willing engine
+Excellent build quality throughout
Cons
−Aggressive ergonomics fatigue quickly
−Sparse dealer support network
−Vibration on extended runs
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
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