POSTED: 01/11/2024
The TMAX is one of the most significant and important models ever introduced by Yamaha since the company was founded nearly 70 years ago. Debuted in 2001, the TMAX astounded the marketplace with its innovative design and premium specification that combined key technologies from the motorcycle and scooter worlds to create a completely new kind of powered two wheeler.
An icon was born, and this legendary machine has continued to lead the way for over 20 years. By opening up a whole new concept, the original TMAX not only created the Sport Scooter category at the beginning of the millennium, but it has also inspired the development of Yamaha's leading MAX scooters that offer anyone the opportunity to join the MAX family. All manufactured with the same pure MAX DNA, each one of Yamaha's Sport Scooters can trace their heritage back to the TMAX.
Driven by a compact and powerful 2-cylinder engine fitted into a motorcycle style chassis, the first generation TMAX brought a totally new riding experience to the marketplace. Riders were able to experience thrilling motorcycle performance with step thru accessibility and the simplicity of fully automatic transmission.
Offering class leading performance with scooter comfort and 'twist and go' convenience – together with excellent wind protection and the ability to cover long distances at high speeds with ease – the TMAX broke new ground and is widely recognised at the world's very first Sport Scooter.
For 2025 the TMAX Tech MAX features a dynamic new look with a sharper front end, as well as upgraded rider’s assist and a more sophisticated dash. It comes with a premium finish that underlines its status as the ultimate Yamaha Sport Scooter.
The latest model represents the ongoing evolution of this outstanding high performance large capacity Sport Scooter, with Yamaha's styling team focusing on creating an even better package with a stronger new face that retains the essential character of this much loved model. Together with upgrades to the connected dash, riders will also benefit from the increased controllability offered by the Brake Control, and the refined engine meets the needs of the environmentally conscious rider.
The TMAX Tech MAX is driven by a compact and powerful engine giving spirited sports performance via an easy to use automatic transmission. The 560cc 2-cylinder engine develops maximum power of 35kW and features a special horizontally opposed reciprocating piston balancer mechanism that ensures a super smooth ride, making it ideal in a variety of riding situations – whether commuting into work through congested urban streets or heading home on the highway.
For 2025 the engine and exhaust have been refined, and the latest TMAX Tech MAX is fully EURO5+ compliant, making this A2-licence Sport Scooter suitable for the urban Low Emission Zones in European cities. With maximum power produced at 7,000 rpm and maximum torque at 5,250 rpm, TMAX Tech MAX is engineered to deliver an exciting and enjoyable ride wherever its rider decides to go, 7 days a week.
Everything about the TMAX Tech MAX is designed to offer the rider the very highest levels of comfort, control and riding enjoyment. This iconic Sport Scooter has always been at the cutting edge of styling and technology, and the new model is equipped with a new Brake Control system – more commonly known as cornering ABS.
Developed originally for Yamaha's high performance Supersport motorcycles, Brake Control (BC) works with the TMAX Tech MAX's Anti-lock Braking System to help minimize brake slip during hard braking or when riding on low-traction surfaces. Activated by an Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), the BC system aims to deliver the most comfortable braking performance at varying speeds, lean angles and road conditions.
TMAX Tech MAX is also equipped with D-MODE which enables the rider to select the desired engine power character to suit urban or highway riding, as well as Traction Control that moderates power to the rear wheel on loose or slippery surfaces. The addition of Brake Control complements this Sport Scooter's existing package of electronic control technology to give the rider a higher level of confidence in a variety of weather and road surface conditions.
The TMAX Tech MAX has projected a distinctive and iconic look ever since the very first model arrived in 2001, and the constant evolution of this legendary Sport Scooter has kept it at the forefront of its category for almost a quarter of a century. Over the years Yamaha's styling team has been careful to respect the fundamental character of the original model whilst introducing stylistic upgrades and improvements that further strengthen this ultimate Sport Scooter's iconic status.
The 2025 model features a dynamic new face with restyled dual eye headlights and built in position lights that give a sportier and more refined appearance that is instantly recognisable as being TMAX – while at the same time bringing a stronger new image to this outstanding Sport Scooter. The TMAX Tech MAX's front bodywork is also new and is created to complement the latest dual eye headlights to give a new generation look and feel that is slightly shorter than previously, giving a simple and sharp silhouette with a more compact mass centralised look.
Together with the iconic boomerang side panels, upswept right side exhaust, sculpted dual seat and athletic sports bodywork, the new face and front bodywork retain this legendary model's essential character and pure sports DNA that have made it one of the most popular powered two wheelers built by Yamaha.
The 7-inch TFT dash is upgraded and offers a choice of three screen layouts, enabling the TMAX Tech MAX rider to select the option that focuses on the information that is most significant to them. Enhanced connectivity on the latest model via the MyRide app also enables riders to play music and view SMS, receive calls and email notifications.
The MyRide app also gives access to numerous functions and services such as a riding log, parking location, fuel consumption, routes ridden and more, adding another dimension to the riding experience and enabling the owner to make informed decisions.
560cc 2-cylinder EURO5+ compliant engine
New Brake Control (BC) system
New dual-eye face and stronger front body design
7-inch TFT dash with enhanced connectivity
Garmin navigation
Luxurious ergonomics with adjustable rider backrest
Large diameter disc brakes
Spin forged 15-inch wheels and wide tyres
Lightweight aluminium twin spar frame
D-MODE and Traction Control
Large storage space
Smart Key keyless operation
110mm electrically adjustable screen
Heated grips & heated seat
Cruise control
Adjustable rear suspension
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Backlit handlebar switches
Machined wheels
Available in Ceramic Grey and Dark Magma colours
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