Yamaha Xs650 vs Yamaha Sr400
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xs650
Yamaha Sr400
Horsepower (hp)
53 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
52 Nm
28 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
193 kg
175 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
53 hp @ 7,000 rpm
24 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque
52 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
28 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h
145 km/h
Weight
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
175 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L)
2.7 L/100km (approximately 37 km/L)
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
Yamaha Sr400
7.5/10
"A beautiful, rewarding machine — but only for committed, patient riders."
Pros
+Mechanically simple, easy maintenance
+Genuinely stunning classic styling
+Lightweight and flickable handling
Cons
−Kickstart-only, steep learning
−Seat comfort deteriorates fast
−Neglected carbs very common
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