Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Yamaha Xsr125. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650: 47 hp @ 7,250 rpm hp, 202 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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 Interceptor 650
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
47 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
52 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
202 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
47 hp @ 7,250 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
52 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h
~110 km/h
Weight
202 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
7.8/10
"The most honest fun you'll buy for under five grand."
Pros
+Torquey, characterful parallel twin
+Excellent parts availability
+Simple, easy home maintenance
Cons
−Stock tyres dangerously inadequate
−Soft suspension limits pace
−Early models had electrical issues
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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