Sym Joymax Z 250 vs Yamaha Maxam (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sym Joymax Z 250stacks up against the Yamaha Maxam. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSym Joymax Z 250Yamaha Maxam
Model year20202015
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower21 hp20 hp
Torque24 Nm22 Nm
Weight201 kg
Seat height29 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. ABSDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Tires120/70-14 / 140/60-13 120/70-13 / 130/70-13

Sym Joymax Z 250 vs Yamaha Maxam — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sym Joymax Z 250 and the Yamaha Maxam usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym Joymax Z 250 brings 21 hp, 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: