Yamaha Xsr125 vs Yamaha Xsr155
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xsr125
Yamaha Xsr155
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
19.3 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.5 Nm
14.7 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
139 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
14.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
~110 km/h
approximately 130 km/h
Weight
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
2.8 L/100km or approximately 35 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
Yamaha Xsr155
8.0/10
"Best small retro available — just buy a clean, unmolested example."
Pros
+VVA engine genuinely rewarding
+Outstanding build quality
+Bulletproof Yamaha reliability
Cons
−Cramped for taller riders
−Abused examples are common
−Suspension soft when loaded
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