Triumph Speed Twin 1200 vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 vs Yamaha Xsr125. 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 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 Speed Twin 1200
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
97 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
112 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
209 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
216 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
97 hp @ 6,750 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
112 Nm @ 4,950 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
209 km/h (estimated; Triumph does not officially publish top speed)
~110 km/h
Weight
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 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 ~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 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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