Daelim S300 vs Yamaha Maxam (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Daelim S300stacks up against the Yamaha Maxam. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDaelim S300Yamaha Maxam
Model year20182015
Price$3,999
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower25 hp20 hp
Torque22 Nm
Weight167 kg201 kg
Seat height30 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-14 / 140/60-13 120/70-13 / 130/70-13

Daelim S300 vs Yamaha Maxam — which should you buy?

Picking between the Daelim S300 and the Yamaha Maxam usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Daelim S300 brings 25 hp in a 167 kg package, while the Yamaha Maxam counters with 20 hp at 201 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: