Yamaha Black X-Max 250 vs Sym GTS 250 (2009)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Black X-Max 250Sym GTS 250
Model year20092007
Price
Engine250 cc250 cc
Horsepower21 hp
Torque21 Nm
Weight173 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity3.3 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-15 / 140/70-14

Yamaha Black X-Max 250 vs Sym GTS 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Black X-Max 250 and the Sym GTS 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Black X-Max 250 brings 21 hp, while the Sym GTS 250 counters with its own power figure at 173 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: