Yamaha Srx 600 vs Yamaha Xs650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Srx 600 vs Yamaha Xs650. Yamaha Srx 600: ~45 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; Japanese domestic market figures vary slightly) hp, ~155 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~160 km/h (estimated; note: varies by market and tuning), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Xs650: 53 hp @ 7,000 rpm hp, 193 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Srx 600
Yamaha Xs650
Horsepower (hp)
45 hp
53 hp
Torque (Nm)
50 Nm
52 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
160 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
155 kg
193 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
~45 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; Japanese domestic market figures vary slightly)
53 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Torque
~50 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
52 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
~160 km/h (estimated; note: varies by market and tuning)
170 km/h
Weight
~155 kg (wet/curb weight)
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5–4.5 L/100km (approx. 22–29 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Srx 600
7.5/10
"A rewarding, characterful thumper for patient, spanner-savvy enthusiasts only."
Pros
+Charismatic single-cylinder engine
+Gorgeous minimalist styling
+Razor-sharp handling chassis
Cons
−Parts sourcing genuinely difficult
−Notorious starter reliability issues
−Vibration fatigues long distances
Yamaha Xs650
8.5/10
"The best vintage Japanese twin you can still reasonably find."
Pros
+Virtually indestructible engine
+Huge aftermarket support still
+Stunning parallel twin character
Cons
−Prices inflated by hipsters
−Many rough project bikes circulating
−Points ignition needs attention
Top 10 Accessories
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