Royal Enfield Classic Chrome vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Royal Enfield Classic Chrome vs Yamaha Xsr125. Royal Enfield Classic Chrome: 20.1 hp @ 5,100 rpm hp, 195 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed Approximately 120–130 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. 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
Royal Enfield Classic Chrome
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
20.1 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
28 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
120 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
195 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
20.1 hp @ 5,100 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
28 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
Approximately 120–130 km/h (estimated; note: varies by rider weight and conditions)
~110 km/h
Weight
195 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Approximately 3.0–3.5 L/100km (28–33 km/L typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Royal Enfield Classic Chrome
6.5/10
"Gorgeous weekend thumper, but inspect thoroughly before committing."
Pros
+Head-turning retro chrome styling
+Bulletproof simple mechanicals
+Relaxed, comfortable riding position
Cons
−Chrome rusts faster than expected
−Vibrates harshly above 65mph
−Early carb models unreliable
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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