Yamaha Black X-Max 125 vs MBK Flame X 125 (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Black X-Max 125stacks up against the MBK Flame X 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Black X-Max 125MBK Flame X 125
Model year20092009
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower14 hp11 hp
Torque11 Nm9 Nm
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity3.3 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-15 / 140/70-14 110/70-12 / 120/70-12

Yamaha Black X-Max 125 vs MBK Flame X 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Black X-Max 125 and the MBK Flame X 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Black X-Max 125 brings 14 hp, while the MBK Flame X 125 counters with 11 hp.

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: