Yamaha TMAX SX vs Yamaha TMAX (2019)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TMAX SXYamaha TMAX
Model year20192018
Price
Engine530 cc530 cc
Horsepower45 hp46 hp
Torque53 Nm52 Nm
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSDouble disc. ABS.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc. ABS.
Tires120/70-15 / 160/60-15 120/70-15 / 160/60-15

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

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