Norton Commando 961 vs Yamaha Xsr 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Norton Commando 961
Yamaha Xsr 125
Horsepower (hp)
79 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
90 Nm
12 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
195 km/h
115 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
198 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
79 hp @ 6,500 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
90 Nm @ 5,200 rpm
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
195 km/h
115 km/h
Weight
198 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km or approximately 15.4 km/L (typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km (approximately 40 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Norton Commando 961
7.5/10
"Magnificent when sorted, but budget for inevitable remedial work upfront."
Pros
+Intoxicating twin exhaust note
+Genuinely exclusive hand-built feel
+Strong used value retention
Cons
−Inconsistent factory build quality
−Dealer support patchy nationwide
−Parts sourcing can frustrate
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
Picks that work on either bike.
