Yamaha TMAX DX vs Yamaha TMAX Iron Max (2021)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TMAX DXYamaha TMAX Iron Max
Model year20212016
Price$11,595
Engine530 cc530 cc
Horsepower45 hp46 hp
Torque53 Nm52 Nm
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc. Optional ABS.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Optional ABS.
Tires120/70-15 / 160/60-15 120/70-15 / 160/60-15

Yamaha TMAX DX vs Yamaha TMAX Iron Max — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TMAX DX and the Yamaha TMAX Iron Max usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TMAX DX brings 45 hp, while the Yamaha TMAX Iron Max counters with 46 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: