Yamaha TMAX Hypermodified vs Maico 500 Supermoto (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha TMAX Hypermodifiedstacks up against the Maico 500 Supermoto. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TMAX HypermodifiedMaico 500 Supermoto
Model year20142001
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower46 hp67 hp
Torque52 Nm
Weight164 kg111 kg
Seat height35 mm37 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires110/80-19 / 150/70-17 120/70-17 / 150/60-17

Yamaha TMAX Hypermodified vs Maico 500 Supermoto — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TMAX Hypermodified and the Maico 500 Supermoto usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TMAX Hypermodified brings 46 hp in a 164 kg package, while the Maico 500 Supermoto counters with 67 hp at 111 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: