Norton Dominator 650 vs Yamaha Xsr 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Norton Dominator 650 vs Yamaha Xsr 125. Norton Dominator 650: 49 hp @ 6,800 rpm hp, 195 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Xsr 125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 115 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Norton Dominator 650
Yamaha Xsr 125
Horsepower (hp)
49 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
52 Nm
12 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
115 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
195 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
49 hp @ 6,800 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
52 Nm @ 5,000 rpm (estimated)
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
115 km/h
Weight
195 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approx 18 km/L (estimated typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km (approximately 40 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Norton Dominator 650
7.5/10
"A rewarding buy, but only if you choose very carefully."
Pros
+Genuinely characterful parallel twin
+Excellent handling and chassis
+Stunning, timeless British styling
Cons
−Electrical gremlins on early bikes
−Parts lead times frustratingly long
−Inconsistent factory build quality
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
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