Yamaha CS5 Street vs Vento Proton Dark (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha CS5 Streetstacks up against the Vento Proton Dark. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha CS5 StreetVento Proton Dark
Model year19722016
Price——
Engine195 cc197 cc
Horsepower—14 hp
Seat height—32 mm
Fuel capacity—4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission—5-speed
Front brakes—Single disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakes—Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires—100/80-R18 / 100/90-R18

Yamaha CS5 Street vs Vento Proton Dark — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha CS5 Street and the Vento Proton Dark usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha CS5 Street brings its published horsepower, while the Vento Proton Dark counters with 14 hp.

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: