Triumph Speed Twin 1200 vs Yamaha Xsr 155
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 vs Yamaha Xsr 155. Triumph Speed Twin 1200: 97 hp @ 6,750 rpm hp, 216 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 209 km/h (estimated; Triumph does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Yamaha Xsr 155: 19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Triumph Speed Twin 1200
Yamaha Xsr 155
Horsepower (hp)
97 hp
19.3 hp
Torque (Nm)
112 Nm
14.7 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
209 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
216 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
97 hp @ 6,750 rpm
19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
112 Nm @ 4,950 rpm
14.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
209 km/h (estimated; Triumph does not officially publish top speed)
130 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or approximately 40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Triumph Speed Twin 1200
8.0/10
"A genuinely accomplished modern classic that delivers daily and on weekends."
Pros
+Torquey, characterful 1200 engine
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring handling
+Strong build quality throughout
Cons
−Stock seat comfort mediocre
−Fork seals prone to weeping
−Limited wind protection
Yamaha Xsr 155
7.8/10
"The sharpest retro-styled commuter under $4,000, bought carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof R15 derived engine
+Genuinely fun VVA powerband
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Uncomfortable seat after 60km
−Soft suspension with passenger
−Attracts careless young owners
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