Kawasaki Z900rs vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Z900rs vs Yamaha Xsr125. Kawasaki Z900rs: 111 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 214 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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 Z900rs
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
111 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
98.5 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
214 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
111 hp @ 8,500 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
98.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
~110 km/h
Weight
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Z900rs
8.5/10
"The retro bike that actually earns its premium asking price."
Pros
+Stunning retro styling holds value
+Engine smooth yet genuinely exciting
+Surprisingly comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Pre-2020 fueling can stumble
−Stock suspension underwhelms heavier riders
−Headers rust quickly if neglected
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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