Yamaha Fzs 25 vs Yamaha Yzf-r25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Fzs 25 vs Yamaha Yzf-r25. Yamaha Fzs 25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~130 km/h (estimated, note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 6.8/10. Yamaha Yzf-r25: 35.5 hp @ 12,000 rpm hp, 170 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer claims vary, real-world results approximately 175-185 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Fzs 25
Yamaha Yzf-r25
Horsepower (hp)
20.9 hp
35.5 hp
Torque (Nm)
20.1 Nm
22.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
180 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
153 kg
170 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
35.5 hp @ 12,000 rpm
Torque
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
22.1 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
Top Speed
~130 km/h (estimated, note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
180 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer claims vary, real-world results approximately 175-185 km/h)
Weight
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
170 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (estimated real-world average)
3.8 L/100km or approximately 26 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Fzs 25
6.8/10
"Solid urban commuter if you buy carefully and inspect thoroughly."
Pros
+Bulletproof city commuter
+Excellent fuel economy
+Low accessible seat height
Cons
−Struggles on motorways
−Maintenance often neglected used
−Plastics feel budget-grade
Yamaha Yzf-r25
7.8/10
"The sharpest entry-level sportbike money can buy used."
Pros
+Smooth, characterful parallel-twin
+Excellent long-term reliability
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Soft OEM suspension setup
−Weak stock brake performance
−Limited highway overtaking punch
Top 10 Accessories
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