Kawasaki W650 vs Yamaha Xsr 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki W650 vs Yamaha Xsr 125. Kawasaki W650: 50 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 202 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. 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
Kawasaki W650
Yamaha Xsr 125
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
56 Nm
12 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
115 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
202 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
50 hp @ 7,500 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
56 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
115 km/h
Weight
202 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.8 L/100km (approx. 26 km/L typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km (approximately 40 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki W650
8.0/10
"The most honest classic twin money can currently buy used."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Stunning bevel-gear soundtrack
+Timeless classic styling
Cons
−Carb diaphragms crack regularly
−Fork seals fail prematurely
−Parts availability patchy
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
Top 10 Accessories
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