Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition vs Jonway GTS 500 (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Editionstacks up against the Jonway GTS 500. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary EditionJonway GTS 500
Model year20122010
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower38 hp21 hp
Torque44 Nm
Weight160 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesDouble disc. 4-piston. Hydraulic. Optional ABS.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS.Single disc
Tires120/70-15 / 160/60-15 120/80-14 / 130/80-14

Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition vs Jonway GTS 500 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition and the Jonway GTS 500 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition brings 38 hp, while the Jonway GTS 500 counters with 21 hp at 160 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: