Moto Guzzi V7 Classic vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi V7 Classic vs Yamaha Xsr125. Moto Guzzi V7 Classic: 48 hp @ 6,800 rpm hp, 197 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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
Moto Guzzi V7 Classic
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
48 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
60 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
197 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
48 hp @ 6,800 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
60 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
~110 km/h
Weight
197 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Moto Guzzi V7 Classic
7.5/10
"Soul over speed — Italy's most honest slow motorcycle."
Pros
+Genuinely unique riding character
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Timeless café-classic styling
Cons
−Electrical gremlins bite hard
−Notchy gearbox always
−Specialist servicing costs more
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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