Yamaha Yzf-r25 vs Cfmoto 250sr
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf-r25 vs Cfmoto 250sr. Yamaha Yzf-r25: 35.5 hp @ 12,000 rpm hp, 170 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer claims vary, real-world results approximately 175-185 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Cfmoto 250sr: 26 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 166 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h (estimated; note: some sources cite up to 140 km/h under ideal conditions), Motoryk rating 6.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Yzf-r25
Cfmoto 250sr
Horsepower (hp)
35.5 hp
26 hp
Torque (Nm)
22.1 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
170 kg
166 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
35.5 hp @ 12,000 rpm
26 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
22.1 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
22 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer claims vary, real-world results approximately 175-185 km/h)
135 km/h (estimated; note: some sources cite up to 140 km/h under ideal conditions)
Weight
170 kg (wet/curb weight)
166 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.8 L/100km or approximately 26 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Yzf-r25
7.8/10
"The sharpest entry-level sportbike money can buy used."
Pros
+Smooth, characterful parallel-twin
+Excellent long-term reliability
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Soft OEM suspension setup
−Weak stock brake performance
−Limited highway overtaking punch
Cfmoto 250sr
6.8/10
"A genuinely stylish learner that rewards careful pre-purchase inspection."
Pros
+Sharp sportbike styling
+Smooth parallel-twin engine
+Excellent used value
Cons
−Patchy parts availability
−Early QC inconsistency
−Resale value drops fast
Top 10 Accessories
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