Yamaha Xsr125 vs Yamaha Xsr700
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xsr125 vs Yamaha Xsr700. Yamaha Xsr125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 139 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~110 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Yamaha Xsr700: 73 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 186 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h (est.), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xsr125
Yamaha Xsr700
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
73 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.5 Nm
68 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
180 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
139 kg
186 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
73 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
68 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
~110 km/h
180 km/h (est.)
Weight
139 kg (wet/curb weight)
186 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approx. 18–22 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 Xsr700
8.5/10
"One of the smartest used buys in the middleweight naked class."
Pros
+CP2 engine nearly indestructible
+Excellent chassis feedback
+Retro looks age beautifully
Cons
−Stock rear shock disappoints
−Limited wind protection
−Pillion comfort is poor
Top 10 Accessories
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