Yamaha Xs650 vs Yamaha Xsr125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xs650 vs Yamaha Xsr125. Yamaha Xs650: 53 hp @ 7,000 rpm hp, 193 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Yamaha Xsr125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 139 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~110 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xs650
Yamaha Xsr125
Horsepower (hp)
53 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
52 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
193 kg
139 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
53 hp @ 7,000 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
52 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h
~110 km/h
Weight
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 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
Yamaha Xsr125
8.0/10
"The smartest 125 you can buy used, full stop."
Pros
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring handling
+VVA engine surprisingly capable
+Premium retro looks hold up
Cons
−Highway riding genuinely punishing
−Replacement bodywork costs hurt
−Limited used market availability
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