Yamaha Xs650 vs Honda Cb750 Four
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xs650 vs Honda Cb750 Four. Yamaha Xs650: 53 hp @ 7,000 rpm hp, 193 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Honda Cb750 Four: 67 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xs650
Honda Cb750 Four
Horsepower (hp)
53 hp
67 hp
Torque (Nm)
52 Nm
59 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
193 kg
218 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
53 hp @ 7,000 rpm
67 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
52 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
59 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h
200 km/h
Weight
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
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
Honda Cb750 Four
7.8/10
"A legendary machine worth buying only at the right price."
Pros
+Bulletproof when properly maintained
+Strong parts community support
+Genuinely appreciating classic value
Cons
−Carb sync constantly neglected
−Cam chain wear concerns
−Inflated asking prices everywhere
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
