Scooters

2016Yamaha X-MAX 125

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The 2016 Yamaha X-MAX 125 is a practical maxi-scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking comfort and convenience. Known for its spacious underseat storage, wind protection via windscreen, and fuel-efficient liquid-cooled engine, it excels at daily city riding with excellent carrying capacity and easy handling.

Capacity: 124.7 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 153.0 kg
Seat height: 792 mm
Power: 14.2 HP (10.3 kW) @ 9000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2016 Yamaha X-MAX 125

vs the 2015

Spec	2015	2016
Fuel capacity	11.80 litres (3.12 US gallons)	13.20 litres (3.49 US gallons)

Other years 2006 2007 2008 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding88%

Daily riding82%

Touring45%

Two-up55%

Track10%

Best for: Designed primarily for urban and suburban commuting with easy, automatic operation and practical storage.
Built for: A practical, comfortable, and easygoing city scooter with modest performance and a relaxed riding position.
Not ideal for: Not suited to riders wanting high-speed touring, aggressive cornering performance, or any off-road capability.

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

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Units

At 792mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Yamaha X-MAX 125, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 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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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 124.7 ccm
Power: 14.2 HP (10.3 kW) @ 9000 RPM
Torque: 11.9 Nm (1.2 kgf-m) @ 6750 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.0928 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 52.0 x 58.6 mm
Compression: 11.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Automatic centrifugal

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1525 mm
Overall length: 2160 mm
Overall width: 790 mm
Overall height: 1385 mm
Seat height: 792 mm
Dry weight: 153.0 kg
Wet weight: 169.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.20 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Carrying capacity: Underseat storage for two full-face helmets, glove compartment

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Underbone
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Unit swing
Front wheel travel: 110 mm
Rear wheel travel: 84 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 267 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS.
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 120/70-15
Rear tyre: 140/70-14

Other

Color options: Grey, white, dark grey
Comments: ABS adds 4 kg. Windscreen.

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

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2006	2011	2015	2016	2020	2024
Capacity	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	124 cc	124 cc
Dry weight	153 kg	153 kg	153 kg	153 kg	153 kg	153 kg
Seat height	785 mm	775 mm	792 mm	792 mm	795 mm	795 mm
Fuel capacity	12.5 L	11.8 L	11.8 L	13.2 L	13 L	13 L