Scooters

2018Yamaha TMAX DX

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The 2018 Yamaha TMAX DX is a premium sports maxi-scooter with cruise control, power modes and heated grips and seat. Its liquid-cooled 530cc parallel twin makes 45.9 hp at 6,750 rpm and 53 Nm through a belt-drive automatic. ABS, an adjustable windscreen and 15.1-litre tank complete it.

Capacity: 530.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Wet weight: 216.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 45.9 HP (33.5 kW) @ 6750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering65%

City riding90%

Daily riding85%

Touring65%

Two-up70%

Track25%

Best for: Designed as a premium maxi-scooter for fast, comfortable urban commuting with enough performance for occasional highway and light touring use.
Built for: A refined, torquey twin-cylinder scooter that feels sporty and stable for its class, blending car-like ease of use with genuine cornering composure.
Not ideal for: Not suited for off-road riding, dirt trails, or riders seeking a lightweight, budget commuter scooter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2018 Yamaha TMAX DX, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 530.0 ccm
Power: 45.9 HP (33.5 kW) @ 6750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 116 CO2 g/km
Torque: 53.0 Nm (5.4 kgf-m) @ 5250 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.00 litres/100 km (20.0 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2125 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 68.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 10.9:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Wet, multiple-disc automatic centrifugal

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1580 mm
Overall length: 2195 mm
Overall width: 775 mm
Overall height: 1475 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Wet weight: 216.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.10 litres
Ground clearance: 124 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Die-cast aluminium frame
Front suspension: 43mm telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Swingarm
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 116 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 267 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS.
Rear brakes diameter: 282 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-15
Rear tyre: 160/60-15

Other

Color options: Black, blue
Warranty: 12
Comments: Adjustable windshield. Cruise control and D-MODE adjustable power modes. Heated grips and heated main seat. Keyless.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.