Hero Xtreme 125R vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: September 13, 2026

Hero Xtreme 125R price starts at Rs. 91,500, which is Rs. 1.41 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha YZF-R2, priced at Rs. 2.32 Lakh. On the performance front, the Xtreme 125R uses a 124.7cc engine producing 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Xtreme 125R and YZF-R2, the Xtreme 125R is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the YZF-R2 stands out for performance.

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Xtreme 125R vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Xtreme 125RYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 91,500Rs. 2.32 Lakh
Mileage 66 kmplNot Available
Engine 124.7 cc204 cc
Max power 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 136 Kg149 Kg

Xtreme 125R vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Xtreme 125R Dual Channel ABSYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
258 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Hero Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.08 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.32 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air Cooled 4 Stroke Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 125R Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Mileage (ARAI) 66 Kmpl Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 6,355 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,850 Xtreme 125R Insurance Rs. 12,593 YZF-R2 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
95 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Air Cooled 4 Stroke
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
124.7 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
10.5 Nm @ 6000 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
52.4 mm
66 mm
Stroke
57.8 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
9.9:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (ARAI)
66 Kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
Not Available
Overall (KPL)
66 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Dia. 37 Conventional Fork
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Linked-Type Monocross

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
794 mm
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
2009*793*1051 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1319 mm
1340 mm
Length
2009 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
170 mm
Height
1051 mm
1140 mm
Width
793 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
10 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
136 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
276 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
12V / 5AH

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Diamond
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Digital
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
750 Kms/60 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
3500 Kms/160 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
6500 Kms/260 Days
Not Available
4th Service
9500 Kms/360 days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 70,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
70000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Xtreme 125R
  • Tractable motor
  • Riding in high gears at slow speeds is easy
  • Engine refinement
  • Optional ABS really adds to safety
  • Nimble handling will make city riding a breeze
  • Looks quite striking - stands apart from the crowd
Hero Xtreme 125R
  • Front-end can feel a bit vague while cornering
  • Digital instrument cluster is a bit small and can be difficult to read
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Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 125R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Hero Xtreme 125R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 125R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Hero Xtreme 125R is cheaper than Yamaha YZF-R2 by ₹1.41 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 125R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the Dual Channel ABS version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 125R produces 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm of power and 10.5 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hero Xtreme 125R has better performance.

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