Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Honda CB150R: Potential Rival to Yamaha XSR 155 in India
Yamaha's new XSR 155 is the first neo-retro sport motorcycle in India, but Honda might launch the CB150R as a rival.
Both bikes have similar engines, but the XSR 155 is more powerful and has a larger fuel tank.
Yamaha XSR 155 launched in India, no direct 150cc neo-retro rival
Honda CB150R patented in India, potential competitor to XSR 155
XSR 155 priced at ₹1.50 lakh, CB150R pricing unknown
XSR 155 powered by 155cc engine, CB150R by 149cc
Both bikes feature liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engines
- Who
- Yamaha, Honda
- What
- Launching neo-retro motorcycles
- When
- XSR 155 launched, CB150R rumored for India
- Where
- India
- Why
- To cater to the growing demand for neo-retro motorcycles
Yamaha XSR 155
Honda CB150R
Engine Power
Yamaha XSR 155
18.1 bhp
Honda CB150R
15.8 bhp
Fuel Tank Capacity
Yamaha XSR 155
10 liters
Honda CB150R
8.5 liters
Curb Weight
Yamaha XSR 155
137 kg
Honda CB150R
124 kg
- Engine Displacement
- XSR 155: 155cc, CB150R: 149cc
- Power
- XSR 155: 18.1 bhp, CB150R: 15.8 bhp
- Torque
- XSR 155: 14.2 Nm, CB150R: 13.6 Nm
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- XSR 155: 10 liters, CB150R: 8.5 liters
- Curb Weight
- XSR 155: 137 kg, CB150R: 124 kg
