Yamaha Yzf-r25 vs Hyosung Gt250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf-r25 vs Hyosung Gt250r. 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. Hyosung Gt250r: 28 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 167 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 5.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Yzf-r25
Hyosung Gt250r
Horsepower (hp)
35.5 hp
28 hp
Torque (Nm)
22.1 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
170 kg
167 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
35.5 hp @ 12,000 rpm
28 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
22.1 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
22 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer claims vary, real-world results approximately 175-185 km/h)
155 km/h
Weight
170 kg (wet/curb weight)
167 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.8 L/100km or approximately 26 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L)
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
Hyosung Gt250r
5.5/10
"Decent learner if priced right and bought carefully."
Pros
+Comfortable upright-ish riding position
+Twin-cylinder feels sophisticated
+Decent looks for the money
Cons
−Electrical reliability genuinely concerning
−Parts sourcing still frustrating
−Below-par build quality throughout
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