Yamaha Xsr700 vs Yamaha Xsr 155
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xsr700 vs Yamaha Xsr 155. 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. Yamaha Xsr 155: 19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xsr700
Yamaha Xsr 155
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
19.3 hp
Torque (Nm)
68 Nm
14.7 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
186 kg
134 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
73 hp @ 9,000 rpm
19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
68 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
14.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (est.)
130 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
186 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approx. 18–22 km/L typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or approximately 40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
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
Yamaha Xsr 155
7.8/10
"The sharpest retro-styled commuter under $4,000, bought carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof R15 derived engine
+Genuinely fun VVA powerband
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Uncomfortable seat after 60km
−Soft suspension with passenger
−Attracts careless young owners
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