Yamaha Xs650 vs Yamaha Xsr 125
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 Xsr 125
Horsepower (hp)
53 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
52 Nm
12 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
115 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
193 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
53 hp @ 7,000 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
52 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h
115 km/h
Weight
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L)
2.5 L/100km (approximately 40 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 Xsr 125
7.5/10
"The best-looking 125 you can actually enjoy riding."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive retro styling
+Confidence-inspiring urban handling
+Strong residual values
Cons
−Fragile plastic bodywork scratches easily
−Weak stock front brake feel
−Motorway use feels strained
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
