First Drive|14 Dec 2025
Yamaha XSR155 review: Too late, but not too little
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Trending Questions on Yamaha XSR155 - Answered by Autocar Experts
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Asked by: Rude Son Dec 14, 2025
Is the Honda CB350 H’ness a good first bike compared to the Yamaha XSR155? What city mileage should I expect? My priorities are comfort for city riding and weekend rides, and I have shortlisted these two bikes.
Between the Honda CB350 H'ness and the Yamaha XSR155, the Yamaha is almost certain to give you better fuel economy, although fuel efficiency depends on how and where you ride as well.
When it comes to comfort, however, the CB350 H'ness will be the better alternative because the XSR155 - while it has reasonable comfort - can feel a little stiff over bad stretches of road because its suspension and frame are largely the same as the R15 sportbike.
We recommend you take a test ride of both to help choose which is better for you.
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Asked by: Jishnu Pranavon Dec 8, 2025
I have very little experience with manual motorcycles and have only ridden scooters. I need a bike that I can handle easily, with low maintenance costs. I am considering the Hunter 350, Honda CB350 H'ness, Triumph Speed 400, and Yamaha XSR 155, but I’m open to other options that look good and ride well. I ride about 10-20 km per day with occasional long trips. Is it worth waiting for the upcoming Triumph 350?
All the options you're looking at are really credible ones, but between them all, the Yamaha XSR155 makes the most sense. Since you have had little experience riding a geared motorcycle, something light, friendly, and easy to manage, like the XSR, is a safe choice.
And because it shares a lot of its hardware with the proven Yamaha YZF R15 V4 and Yamaha MT-15 V2, it is bound to be reliable like its sportier siblings.
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Asked by: Non Dec 7, 2025
I am planning to buy my first bike with a budget of 2-2.5 lakh. I test rode the CB350RS, Meteor and Guerrilla 450. I didn’t find the CB350RS comfortable, the Meteor felt good but lacked highway power, and the Guerrilla 450 is over budget. I want a bike with a non-aggressive riding position and good comfort on highways and potholes. Please suggest suitable options.
Since this is your first bike, starting small and approachable would be the smart way to go about it. In that same vein, we would recommend the new Yamaha XSR155 because it is a light, comfortable, fuel-efficient machine that's also reasonably exciting to use.
If you want a larger machine, then bikes like the Honda CB300F, Bajaj Pulsar N250 and Suzuki Gixxer 250 would be good options.
Take a test ride of everything you shortlist before you decide.
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Asked by: Karthickon Dec 6, 2025
I am thinking of buying a bike with good mileage, good for city traffic, occassional long rides and comfortable seating position for pillion riders too. I am interested to opt for Yamaha XSR 155. Does that bike offers that? Or should I go for Pulsar N160 or TVS Ronin 225 or any other bike?
The Yamaha XSR155 you have shortlisted will give you everything you want aside from pillion comfort, as its seat isn't very long. This could be a subjective issue based on your size as well as your pillion's, but by and large, its pillion comfort is likely to be average, nothing to write home about.
It will be a similar story with the Bajaj Pulsar N160 too. The TVS Ronin will offer you everything you are looking for, so that is the bike we would steer you toward. If you are open to considering other machines, the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will be a good option too.
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Asked by: Anonymouson Nov 29, 2025
I am 31 years old and have been using a 2016 Jupiter for the last 9 years. I now want to shift to a mid-range bike around 150cc. My riding pattern is around 60km per day, five days a week, with about 70% normal traffic and the remaining in heavy traffic. Can you advise me on the best options available in Hyderabad with a mileage of around 45kmpl? I am 5'10" with a lean build. I have been riding a 2018 Gixxer (my cousin’s) for the last month and generally feel comfortable on it, though I experience slight lower back pain occasionally. Also, please advise on the XSR 155.
In the 150/160cc space, there are lots of comfortable and fuel-efficient options like the Bajaj Pulsar N160, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Yamaha FZ models and the Suzuki Gixxer duo. Any of these will fit the bill for your usage, although our top picks would be the Bajaj and the TVS - between the two, go for the Pulsar as it's a more spacious bike.
Coming to the XSR155, since it is largely mechanically similar to the Yamaha MT-15, it should offer a similar riding experience as well, which is to say it will be a reasonably comfortable yet brisk machine. However, we would suggest you take a test ride for yourself before deciding.
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Asked by: Karthikeyanon Nov 20, 2025
I currently ride a Honda Activa and get back pain while riding in Mumbai, so I’m looking for an alternative. Would the Yamaha XSR155 be better for my back? I considered the TVS Xpulse but rejected it because of reliability concerns and poor mileage. Please advise.
We have yet to ride the recently-launched Yamaha XSR155, so we can't comment on its ride quality just yet. However, the XSR is effectively a very comprehensively re-skinned MT-15. Our previous experience with the little MT, it had a well-judged suspension setup balancing both comfort and handling.
We would recommend taking a test ride of the XSR if possible before you go ahead with your purchase.
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Asked by: Munish Ranaon Nov 14, 2025
I’m planning to buy a new bike, and I'm confused between the TVS Ronin, RE Hunter, Yamaha XSR155, Honda CB350, and Yezdi Roadster. My priorities are rider and pillion comfort, reliability, low maintenance, good fuel efficiency, and mild off-road ability. Which one should I buy?
Of all the options you have shortlisted, we'd recommend choosing between the TVS Ronin, Royal Enfield Hunter and Honda CB350.
This is because all three are proven products with reliable engines, two-up comfort and decent fuel economy. Coming to the Yamaha XSR155, that bike is a very new launch, although it does come with familiar underpinnings and a trusted Japanese badge on the tank, so we would recommend you take a test ride for yourself before you go ahead with your purchase.
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Asked by: Abhishek Jainon Nov 11, 2025
I currently own a Suzuki Gixxer (2018) - it runs well and gives a good average, but I feel like changing now. I’m 5'7" and weigh around 56 kg, and I was thinking of switching to the Xpulse Pro. What do you advise?
The new Hero Xpulse 210 is a good choice as it makes for a very comfortable city commuter as well. You might find the seat height a little tall, so we'd suggest that you take a test ride before making a decision. If that's the case, you could consider other motorcycles like the TVS Apache RTR 160 or 200 or the new Yamaha XSR 155 as good upgrades
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Asked by: Simanta Kashyapon Nov 11, 2025
Hi, this is the second time I’m asking for advice. I’m a proud owner of an R15S (2016) with around 1.5 lakh km and it has never given me any issues. I’m planning to upgrade mainly because it lacks ABS. Earlier, you suggested the MT-15 based on my requirements, but now that the XSR155 is launching, I prefer it over the MT.
The new Yamaha XSR 155 will have a more roomy and spacious riding position than the Yamaha MT-15. If you like the design, you can switch your choice. Given that this motorcycle is based on an existing and proven platform, there shouldn't be any serious issues, and you can make your purchase soon.
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