Yamaha Soul GT AKS vs Yamaha NMAX (2018)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Soul GT AKSYamaha NMAX
Model year20182018
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower9 hp12 hp
Torque10 Nm12 Nm
Weight96 kg
Seat height30 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.1 L1.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic. ABS.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. ABS.
Tires80/80-14 / 100/70-14 110/70-13 / 130/70-13

Yamaha Soul GT AKS vs Yamaha NMAX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Soul GT AKS and the Yamaha NMAX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Soul GT AKS brings 9 hp in a 96 kg package, while the Yamaha NMAX counters with 12 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: