Yamaha Xsr125 vs Honda Cb1100
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xsr125 vs Honda Cb1100. Yamaha Xsr125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 139 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~110 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Honda Cb1100: 87 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 247 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 195 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xsr125
Honda Cb1100
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
87 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.5 Nm
91 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
195 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
139 kg
247 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
87 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
91 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
~110 km/h
195 km/h
Weight
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
247 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
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
Honda Cb1100
8.0/10
"The thinking rider's retro — honest, reliable, and genuinely satisfying."
Pros
+Bulletproof air-cooled engine
+Timeless understated styling
+Smooth, accessible power delivery
Cons
−Soft suspension out of box
−Exhaust headers corrode badly
−Lacks modern electronic aids
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