Yamaha TMAX Black Max vs Yamaha TMAX Tech Max ABS (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha TMAX Black Maxstacks up against the Yamaha TMAX Tech Max ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TMAX Black MaxYamaha TMAX Tech Max ABS
Model year20132011
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower43 hp
Torque46 Nm
Weight210 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Anti-lock braking
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Anti-lock braking
Tires120/70-H15 / 160/60-H15 120/70-15 / 160/60-15

Yamaha TMAX Black Max vs Yamaha TMAX Tech Max ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TMAX Black Max and the Yamaha TMAX Tech Max ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TMAX Black Max brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha TMAX Tech Max ABS counters with 43 hp at 210 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: