Triumph T120 vs Yamaha Xsr 155
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph T120 vs Yamaha Xsr 155. Triumph T120: 79 hp @ 7,400 rpm hp, 224 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 193 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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 T120
Yamaha Xsr 155
Horsepower (hp)
79 hp
19.3 hp
Torque (Nm)
105 Nm
14.7 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
193 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
224 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
79 hp @ 7,400 rpm
19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
105 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
14.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
193 km/h
130 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
224 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average for 2016+ model)
2.5 L/100km or approximately 40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Triumph T120
8.5/10
"A genuinely great modern classic that earns its asking price."
Pros
+Torquey, flexible parallel twin
+Exceptional build quality throughout
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Early fueling needs dealer update
−Headers rust prematurely
−Premium price even used
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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