Kawasaki Z650rs vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Z650rs vs Yamaha Xsr125. Kawasaki Z650rs: 67 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 187 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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
Kawasaki Z650rs
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
67 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
64 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
187 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
67 hp @ 8,000 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
64 Nm @ 6,700 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated)
~110 km/h
Weight
187 kg (curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Z650rs
7.8/10
"A genuinely pretty bike that's actually fun to ride."
Pros
+Bulletproof parallel-twin engine
+Stunning retro styling
+Affordable insurance and servicing
Cons
−Suspension soft for heavy riders
−Headers discolor quickly
−Limited wind protection
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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