Yamaha Yzf-r25 vs Yamaha Fazer 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf-r25 vs Yamaha Fazer 250. 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. Yamaha Fazer 250: 20 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 154 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Yzf-r25
Yamaha Fazer 250
Horsepower (hp)
35.5 hp
20 hp
Torque (Nm)
22.1 Nm
20.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
170 kg
154 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
35.5 hp @ 12,000 rpm
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
22.1 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
20.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer claims vary, real-world results approximately 175-185 km/h)
135 km/h
Weight
170 kg (wet/curb weight)
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.8 L/100km or approximately 26 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 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
Yamaha Fazer 250
6.5/10
"Solid budget commuter, but don't expect thrills beyond city limits."
Pros
+Frugal fuel consumption
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Fairing blocks highway wind
Cons
−Narrow powerband needs revving
−Parts availability inconsistent
−Learner-damaged examples everywhere
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