Kawasaki W175 vs Yamaha Xsr 155
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki W175 vs Yamaha Xsr 155. Kawasaki W175: ~13 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, ~127 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed ~110 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Xsr 155: 19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki W175
Yamaha Xsr 155
Horsepower (hp)
13 hp
19.3 hp
Torque (Nm)
13.2 Nm
14.7 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
127 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
~13 hp @ 8,000 rpm
19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
~13.2 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
14.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
~110 km/h
130 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
~127 kg (curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Approximately 2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or approximately 40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki W175
7.5/10
"Charming, honest and excellent value — buy one without overthinking it."
Pros
+Genuinely characterful parallel-twin sound
+Bulletproof low-maintenance reliability
+Excellent ergonomics for commuting
Cons
−Chain wear surprisingly rapid
−Drum rear brake underwhelms
−Parts availability regionally inconsistent
Yamaha Xsr 155
7.8/10
"The sharpest retro-styled commuter under $4,000, bought carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof R15 derived engine
+Genuinely fun VVA powerband
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Uncomfortable seat after 60km
−Soft suspension with passenger
−Attracts careless young owners
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