The 2026 Honda ADV 350 is a nimble mid-size adventure scooter designed for commuters and weekend explorers seeking practical versatility. Its lightweight 186kg frame, generous ground clearance, and accessible 795mm seat height make it approachable for riders of varying experience levels. Known for economical fuel consumption and reliable performance, it excels at urban commuting while offering enough capability for light off-road exploration.
The 2026 Yamaha XMAX 300 Tech MAX is a premium maxi-scooter for commuters who also tour. Its liquid-cooled 292cc single makes 27.6 hp and 29 Nm through a belt-drive automatic. Traction control, ABS, keyless start and a windscreen are standard, and the 795 mm seat and 13.2-litre tank suit longer trips. It weighs 183 kg.
Both are scooters, so this is a like-for-like choice.
2026 Honda ADV350: Designed primarily as a versatile urban commuter with light adventure styling for occasional gravel roads or rough pavement.
2026 Yamaha XMAX 300 Tech MAX: Premium maxi-scooter built for urban commuting and light touring, blending easy city agility with weather protection and generous storage.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Yamaha XMAX 300 Tech MAX if you want a bigger tank. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Honda ADV350 | 2026 Yamaha XMAX 300 Tech MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Scooter | Scooter |
| Color Options | - | Dark Petrol, Tech Black |
| Comments | - | Traction Control. Keyless. Windscreen. |
| Carrying capacity | - | Underseat storage for 2 full-face helmets |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 330.0 ccm (20.14 cubic inches) | 292.0 ccm (17.82 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Single, four-stroke | Single, four-stroke |
| Bore x Stroke | 77.0 x 70.8 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches) | 70.0 x 75.9 mm (2.8 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | Fully transistorised ignition | TCI |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel Consumption | - | 3.00 litres/100 km (33.3 km/l or 78.41 mpg) |
| Lubrication System | - | Wet sump |
| Performance | ||
| Power | ✓28.8 HP (21.2 kW) @ 7500 RPM | 27.6 HP (20.2 kW) @ 7250 RPM |
| Torque | ✓31.5 Nm (3.2 kgf-m or 23.2 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM | 29.0 Nm (3.0 kgf-m or 21.4 ft.lbs) @ 5750 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.1548 HP/kg (wet) | 0.1508 HP/kg (wet) |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Steel underbone | Underbone |
| Front Suspension | 37mm Upside down forks | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Twin shock | Unit Swing |
| Front Wheel Travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 79 mm (3.1 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.5° | - |
| Trail | 89 mm (3.5 inches) | - |
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Single 256mm disc, 2 piston Nissin caliper | Single disc. Hydraulic. ABS. |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 256 mm (10.1 inches) | 267 mm (10.5 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single 240mm disc, 1 piston Nissin caliper | Single disc. Hydraulic. ABS. |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-15MC 56P | 120/70-15 |
| Rear Tyre | 140/70-14MC 62P | 140/70-14 |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1520 mm (59.8 inches) | 1540 mm (60.6 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2200 mm (86.6 inches) | 2180 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Overall Width | 895 mm (35.2 inches) | 795 mm (31.3 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1430 mm (56.3 inches) | 1410 mm (55.5 inches) |
| Seat Height | ✓795 mm (31.3 inches) | ✓795 mm (31.3 inches) |
| Wet Weight | 186.0 kg (410.1 pounds) | ✓183.0 kg (403.4 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.70 litres (3.09 US gallons) | ✓13.20 litres (3.49 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 1.80 litres (1.90 US quarts) | 1.30 litres (1.37 US quarts) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Final Drive | Belt | Belt |
| Clutch | Automatic centrifugal dry type | - |
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