Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 vs Yamaha Xsr 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Husqvarna Vitpilen 250
Yamaha Xsr 125
Horsepower (hp)
30 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
24 Nm
12 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
135 km/h
115 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
157 kg
134 kg
Type
Cafe-racer
Classic
Horsepower
30 hp @ 9,000 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
24 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
135 km/h (estimated)
115 km/h
Weight
157 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.0 L/100km or approximately 33 km/L (estimated real-world average)
2.5 L/100km (approximately 40 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Husqvarna Vitpilen 250
7.5/10
"Style-first city bike that rewards diligent pre-purchase inspection above all."
Pros
+Stunning Swedish design language
+Duke engine well-proven reliability
+Lightweight and supremely flickable
Cons
−Previous owners often neglect servicing
−Pillion comfort essentially nonexistent
−Limited dealer network for support
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