Yamaha XSR 155 Review: Should You Actually Buy One? | autoX

The Yamaha XSR 155 promises retro charm with modern underpinnings, borrowing its liquid-cooled engine from the R15 and MT-15 while offering a more accessible, everyday-friendly package.

After spending almost a week with the XSR 155, Aakash breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and whether this modern-retro 155cc motorcycle actually makes sense at ₹1.5 lakh ex-showroom.

From its lightweight 137 kg kerb weight and impressive real-world fuel efficiency to its vibrations, ride comfort, braking performance, and engine character, here’s an honest, no-nonsense review of the Yamaha XSR 155.

So, is this the best 155 Yamaha has built yet – or is it a missed opportunity?