Honda XR230 vs Yamaha Serow 225 WE (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XR230stacks up against the Yamaha Serow 225 WE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XR230Yamaha Serow 225 WE
Model year20112002
Price
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower20 hp
Torque18 Nm19 Nm
Weight108 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires2.75-21 / 120/80-12

Honda XR230 vs Yamaha Serow 225 WE — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XR230 and the Yamaha Serow 225 WE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XR230 brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha Serow 225 WE counters with 20 hp at 108 kg.

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: