Yamaha Xt600 vs Yamaha Xt 660
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xt600 vs Yamaha Xt 660. Yamaha Xt600: 45 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 176 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Xt 660: 48 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 165 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xt600
Yamaha Xt 660
Horsepower (hp)
45 hp
48 hp
Torque (Nm)
50 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
165 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
176 kg
179 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
45 hp @ 6,500 rpm
48 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
50 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
60 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h
165 km/h
Weight
176 kg (wet/curb weight)
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xt600
7.5/10
"A genuinely capable adventure bike that rewards a careful used buyer."
Pros
+Bulletproof single-cylinder engine
+Simple DIY-friendly mechanics
+Excellent long-distance capability
Cons
−Vibration above 80mph
−Carb diaphragms age badly
−Fork seals leak frequently
Yamaha Xt 660
7.5/10
"A dependable workhorse that rewards sensible buyers willing to inspect carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Excellent upright riding position
+Spoked wheels tubeless-convertible
Cons
−Valve clearances often neglected
−Fuel tap O-rings fail
−Uninspiring highway performance
Top 10 Accessories
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