Triumph Bonneville T120 vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph Bonneville T120 vs Yamaha Xsr125. Triumph Bonneville T120: 80 hp @ 6,550 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 193 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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
Triumph Bonneville T120
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
80 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
105 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
193 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
80 hp @ 6,550 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
105 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
193 km/h
~110 km/h
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Triumph Bonneville T120
8.5/10
"The finest modern classic money can buy used, full stop."
Pros
+Gorgeous authentic styling
+Strong torquey parallel twin
+Excellent build quality
Cons
−Early fuelling can be hesitant
−Chrome deteriorates quickly
−Suspension basic for spirited riding
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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