Yamaha TMAX DX vs Yamaha TMAX SX (2021)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TMAX DXYamaha TMAX SX
Model year20212019
Price
Engine530 cc530 cc
Horsepower45 hp45 hp
Torque53 Nm53 Nm
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc. ABS
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS
Tires120/70-15 / 160/60-15 120/70-15 / 160/60-15

Yamaha TMAX DX vs Yamaha TMAX SX — which should you buy?

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