Harley-Davidson 165 vs Yamaha MX 175 B (1975)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson 165stacks up against the Yamaha MX 175 B. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson 165Yamaha MX 175 B
Model year19561975
Price
Engine165 cc171 cc
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Harley-Davidson 165 vs Yamaha MX 175 B — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson 165 and the Yamaha MX 175 B usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson 165 brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha MX 175 B counters with its own power figure.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: