Kawasaki W650 vs Yamaha Xsr 155
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki W650 vs Yamaha Xsr 155. 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 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 W650
Yamaha Xsr 155
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
19.3 hp
Torque (Nm)
56 Nm
14.7 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
202 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
50 hp @ 7,500 rpm
19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
56 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
14.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
130 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
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 or approximately 40 km/L (typical real-world average)
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 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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