2017 Yamaha TMax DX Scooter Review

2017 Yamaha TMax DX Scooter Review
In this video I take a first look at the Yamaha flagship "Maxiscoot" the TMax DX. This luxuriously appointed 500cc machine is a scooter that has more in common with a conventional motorcycle in terms of its engine architecture. In this review I look at its riding characteristics as well as it's unique motorcycle like features. STay tuned!
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[@mepp_rider7221]

I have always had big bikes, and never even looked towards scooters. It was until a week ago, when my wife and I went to Amalfi coast and rented a villa in a small village called Praiano. I have quickly realised, the only parking space for a car is my own driveway, it was next to impossible to find parking elsewhere. Then walking around I have noticed a scooter hire shop, and got 125cc Honda. This thing is so great in local road conditions. I can go anywhere and park on the doorstep :)) and it is faster, as roads are extra narrow, cars have to wait to let each other through. Also this area is on a mountain slope, and two up this thing easily going up stop hill doing 35-40 mph. It is impressive. Definitely considering of buying a maxi on return home, to use as handy run around. There is quite substantial under seat storage, enough to fit two helmets and gloves, or a shopping bag... I would say, I am impressed by this type of machine :)

[@johnny207]

This review has totally changed my mind about buying a BMW RT1200 touring bike. After a spell from bikes for about 5 years I’ve noticed how popular these are in London. With your knowledge of riding all kinds of bikes, I think I’ll definitely get one of these after such a wonderfully informative review. Many thanks.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad to be of help!

[@VLOGZTVisJiSoonRama]

Ive been with motorcycle for over 30 years, but when I've got a chance to have a scooter, man i enjoyed the scooter more

[@JesusIsLord7773]

hahaahahahhha

[@soulslaveone]

I`ve been riding scooters since a got my licence in 2000. Started with a yamaha majesty 125 and that thing made enjoy scooters much more than any Motorcycle I`ve owned. Its just so much simpler: No gears, no chain, your whole body is protected from the wind and you can ride it like a boss with your feet forward. And the japanese modding scene with t-maxes are just awesome:)

[@НазарКлімі]

I'm thinking to change my Yamaha Tracer 900GT to this TMax or X-ADV. Also driving only motorcycles over 15 years. Is it worth it?

[@daffydill5807]

I have a Yamaha X Max 300 and love it

[@mitchellnix5274]

As always, an excellent review. I've owned several big scooters over the years. First was a mark 1 Burgman 250' then two majesty 400s and currently I have a Burgman 650. They really are the most practical do-it-all machines. The big Burgman has the best luggage capacity and fairing for touring and is supremely comfortable.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Mitchell...

[@simonfowler7561]

Hiyas, great review thanks!! As you say these are really motorbikes in drag, I rode my 2013 530 down from the UK to Roma in 2 days and she is a GREAT motorway cruiser. My 2019 530 DX is returning 61mpg average and I love the bike electronics. Great machines indeed!!!

[@motonirvana6861]

TMF, we need more scooter vids.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Stay tuned - more coming soon!

[@motonirvana6861]

TheMissendenFlyer not to shabby having 200,000 views on a scooter video!

[@helzbelz2818]

Yea more scooter reviews .... i love them and its so frustrating that they are always reviewed by other countries where scooters are massive so naturally not in english which is not helpful when ur trying to decide where to spend ur money so thanks for this one 😃

[@RichardASK]

@@helzbelz2818 There is a Portuguese guy, that has fantastic English. Can't remember his name, but he has also tested the TMax 560. The only problems are, the Sun keeps shining and he's driving on the wrong side of the road.

[@guysmith3146]

@@RichardASK CagerOnTwoWheels.

[@bfarm44]

Farmers markets are our bread and butter. Love to see it busy. Especially from the other side of the tent for us

[@JLOSTAFF1]

A little while back I had a new Xmax just to get to work on. This was my first motorcycle after an 8 year break from them, (lost my confidence a bit). Loved it AND it gave me confidence to get back into "proper powerful bikes" again. Never looked back since - just wish I'd kept the Xmax as a winter hack! Good review again, as ever etc.. Nearly 40K then?? Brill!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Jon....so far so good!

[@Tim-X1]

I had a Yamaha Majesty 400cc the bike had me fall in love with scooters l like it for the space and simplicity.

[@jimw7916]

simplicity? they literally are the most highest technology ever put into motor cycles!

[@guysmith3146]

@@jimw7916 Probably means simplicity in operation. After riding bikes for 50+ years I switched to a xmax300, twist and go " simplicity"

[@jimw7916]

@@guysmith3146 They are the best touring bikes Ive ever ridden. I owned the kymco x-town 300

[@Jamminn555]

Outstanding review and informal but very insightful presentation style and commentary. With a very pleasant and positive overall tone. Well done and thanks so much for posting.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you very much Ben - appreciate the kind comments - TMF

[@wolfburgman]

Another fine review. These maxi scooters are very torque, the power delivery is deceptive. These have some kick and will easily out accelerate many sports bikes up to around 50 mph.

[@nikos-giorgos]

No,not really, no...

[@thinkingoutofthebox.9421]

Had a Tmax and 0-60 is slower than you think 8/9 seconds. But 110 mph on the motorway surprises the cars and annoys the bikes you overtake.

[@honestmike6976]

I never looked at scooters before... but this one really got my attention

[@RichardASK]

Mike. I had a 650 Burgman about 10 years ago and it was fantastically comfortable and off the line was pretty spritely, which the Yam seems even better at. I've also got an MT10, but don't go thinking it'll have that sort of acceleration, as it just won't, but these big scooters are real fun and so practical.

[@honestmike6976]

@@RichardASK looks like fun, thanks Richard!

[@garymullens5671]

TMF; Excellent review, intelligent and non bias. My own feeling is there is some long standing bad feeling towards scooter riders. The service costs for these machines is a factor (as for any other). I live in rural Wales so dealer accessibility (for service support is an additional consideration); As I approach 60 years old and a lifelong biker and these past 14 years daily rider, the weather protection, luggage capacity and ease of use appeal. 2018 will see me switching to either the TMAX or XADV.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Agreed on all fronts Gary...these machines certainly have practicality on their side....

[@mrpantur7280]

What tool put that massive sticker on the screen lol. Cant see anything.

[@rossstevenson4103]

I was thinking the same thing, I have bmw c600 60,000km now

[@kenw8783]

Which one is the better all around choice for Comfort, Mileage ,Power, The Yamaha T Max or the Suzuki Burgman ??? I really do enjoy your down to earth reviews !! Keep them coming !!!

[@gm2256]

Those electric adjustable windscreens are so great. I'd love to have one of those on my bike....love it!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes, great fun too!

[@davidshipkiss]

Enjoyed that TMF thank you. Good to see a biker not instantly slagging scooters, I'm a 1200GS and CRF250 owner as well, but am always impressed by big scoots when I'm abroad. Surely a BMW C650GT must be on the list for review soon?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It's certainly on my list, whether I will actually be able to borrow one for review is an entirely different matter!

[@BatterseaBill]

These are the future no doubt, I often think motorcycles are going into decline just because its the older generation buying them, so manufacturers need to appeal to a wider demographic of rider. I would be happy to sell my 1250 bandit and have one of these.

[@Miskatonic-University]

Couldn´t agree less. It´s precisely the old bikers the ones buying these expensive maxi-scooters for convenience after having ridden all kinds of bikes previously. Younger people buy either small cheap scooters for the city or proper exciting sport bikes. I´m in my 40s and in no way I´m going into scooters for now. I actually want a 1290 KTM or a BMW S1000XR ! :)

[@dsimon9s29]

Also, scooters could act as a stepping stone to motorcycles.

[@olivertaylor7427]

nah. I'd have one of these if i couldnt get my leg over a proper bike due to age or whatever...

[@knightowl3577]

p4ndasr0ck Many people say moped these days when they actually mean small and low powered​ scooter. A moped has peddles the clues in the name,It's not your fault it's common nowadays but being a big fan of scooters​ it bugs me.

[@olivertaylor7427]

knight Owl whats this then? Cos its not particularly small or low powered and doesn’t have pedals 😂.

[@nrcg2317]

Excellent review!! What a great machine!!! I'm looking at the Suzuki Burgman 650 Executive.

[@waynekerr2397]

Owned both the Tmax and Burgman 650. Tmax for sporty preferences and Burgman for armchair long distance comfort. Great memories of both bikes. loved them.

[@jamesgoodwin2450]

They are very popular here in thailand,but they are more scooter oriented,I think it's the scooter thing that turns people off,maybe the older guy who's passed all that and just wants an easy riding machine,i must admit i do like the look of it,once again great review loving your work Mr flyer

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you James...very kind of you to say

[@astroblemeRC]

I have a Yamaha Nmax, the little little little brother of this bike and I love it!!! ^^ Been playing around with my Nmax since I got it in March, one day I hope to upgrade to this bike, awesome video! You always manage to make things so clear for us to see, many thanks!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Very kind of you to say so Astrobleme -thank you very much!

[@Mtthwpez]

Been a biker for almost 21 years, and after a test ride, I have just picked up a 2006 Majesty 400. So far I have been very impressed, and I am not really sure why I didn't get one years ago (other than the stigma surrounding them), as it has everything a normal bike has. Mine has 90% of the T-Max performance, but weighs so much less. Has more room under the seat, too!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Told you scooters were good!

[@MrGF1582]

Very cool ride video! I have a 2007 Yamaha Majesty YP400 and LOVE IT! I have had it for 10 years and as of today over 42k miles on it. I love how comfortable it is to ride and for long rides it's the best! I also have a 2014 Honda CTX700 DCT love this bike too, but for long rides = Yamaha Majesty is the best! Safe riding mate!

[@greetenmax]

I had a Yamaha TMax 500 and it is a wonderful machine. Now I have a Suzuki Burgman 650 Exc. and there is not much difference between them. The Burgman is more comfortable and has more power and a lot more luxury stuff. But the TMax feels more like a motorcycle. And yes I can ride a real motor...so not to worry I have also a Suzuki GSX. But the comfort is terrible. Ok it is very fast but it takes a lot of effort to get to your cruising speed. And is it really fun riding over 200k/hr..With the Burgman it is a matter of 7 sec for 100k/hr. And it easily cruises 150 km/hr even with 2 persons. But that is not allowed in Holland so who cares about topspeed? The Yamaha TMax is very expensive and I would not buy one for that matter. I stay with my Burgman. I love it.

[@keithhogg6195]

That’s an awesome scooter! I didn’t know scooters can go that fast now days. Wow, I need to look for one in North Carolina USA lol😉

[@LemperAyam879]

Keith Hogg drive save, granpa

[@tempusfugit7560]

Nice machine, hypnotizing well spoken rider. Excellent review.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you!

[@AlexRocks24-7]

Wow 😯 I have one and love it 😃👍 Thank you for doing a review.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No worries Alex, do you agree with my summary?

[@AlexRocks24-7]

TheMissendenFlyer agree with you 💯% You forgot to mention it has a built in tracker . Great first class review 👏🏻 Many thanks once again.

[@musamusa2961]

Thank God, I will buy one for myself

[@capailldubh]

Had a three wheel Gilera Fuoco 500 for a while between my Blackbird and my HD. Great fun to ride. I'd say very similar to the Tmax. On a GS now so sticking for now. Will go back to a maxi scooter when I can't get my leg over any more...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Let's pray that never happens....

[@paulharrison8155]

You're very lucky to have a dealer with a Demo 530DX. My local Yamaha dealer couldn't get me a bike even if I handed over a big bag of cash let alone a demo on one I'll be sticking with my Mk1 T-Max for the time being !

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...time to find another dealer perhaps?

[@paulharrison8155]

Maybe time to take a trip out to High Wycombe ?

[@aaronharris5275]

Your review is quite a contrast to ' a very British bikers' review of the T-max, I think with this bike you either like it or you don't. They hold their value well though that is certain. Great review. Thanks again Aaron

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Aaron....

[@bfarm44]

I don’t understand why scooter manufacturers haven’t integrated the parking brake with the side stand like BMW has with their maxi scooters. Too many are prone to falling over especially the Vespa 300’s

[@karlbryant3304]

TMax DX 530 or Suzuki Burgman 650, which one is the better choice? And what is the top MPH speed of each bike? Please do a review on this 2 comparisons. MSRP cost of each too.

[@Winter1256]

Burgman 650 ❤

[@itsthebike6672]

Nice review! The CVT transmission keeps scooters in a narrow rpm band. Watch the tach as you accelerate to notice this. Kudos to you that you can handle being seen on a scooter. I just picked up a Zuma 125 recently.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...except this doesn't have CVT it's more like DCT on some of the hondas, an actual automatic gearbox....

[@thinkingoutofthebox.9421]

@@TheMissendenFlyer no Tmax is cvt, Bugerman with gear shift on bars is Dct.

[@nicholascrocker4329]

Shame you didn't give it the beans down your favourite twisty road (in North Wales perhaps).

[@michaelggriffiths]

They are lovely machines, they get a bad rap from 'real bikers' and for the fact that they are used _a lot_ for crime in London. Many years ago I used to ride an Aprilia Atlantic 500 which is a similar (for the time) scooter. I loved it, very good for commuting in London. I can always spot a biker when they ride a scooter as they only ever use the front brake. I _would_ consider this Scooter over my current Honda DCT 700, the only problem is that it'd be pinched within minutes here in London..

[@melparkerson768]

the scooter mugger in London use much smaller machines .

[@joes5836]

@@melparkerson768 TMAX is very popular with thieves along with smaller ones like the Vespa 300 and Bev 350

[@kyotosal]

The wind coming over the windscreen may be the same effect that happens in aviation. The wind going over a mountain top on the leeward side can cause a roll cloud and wind which has a downward movement. In flying it's a dangerous area to be in. It may be the same effect on the scooter windscreen. Thank you Mr. Flyer for another great review....Sal : )

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed - I'm yet to see any lenticular clouds hovering over my fuel tank though!

[@kyotosal]

Ha Ha Ha! Very good point. Let me know if that ever happens. Ride safe...Sal : )

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Will do!

[@neilb4297]

I really like these big scoots, I would definitely consider one instead of a car for commuting and nipping about on. I might take the plunge in a few weeks when I retire and loose my company car rather than having the cost of running two motors, and it looks like much more fun than driving as long as you have the right gear on of course.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes completely agree....and welcome to retirement!

[@neilb4297]

Like you TMF I am lucky enough to retire early (55) so really looking forward to doing more of the great tours from the bikers Britain book and some more tours abroad too. Maybe I'll see you on the road somewhere!

[@johnomeara6786]

great review i have burgman 400 myself and commute all year round ...great weather protection and storage cant fault it no brainer keep up your brilliant reviews ...johnny.. ride safe`.....

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Johnny - willco....

[@KirbyTheKirb]

I would love to get one in the future but they are not on the cheap side that's for sure. Especially for a student. May have to look at a used 125cc or so.

[@BulldogGaz]

great review in TMF style as always, talking of Automatic gearing, I've been looking into automatic Motorbikes due to several OP's on my hands I'm still having clutch pulling problems would you be interested in doing reviews on these sort of motorbikes ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah - did you see my Africa Twin review - the one with DCT?

[@BulldogGaz]

nope I'll go take a look ;-)

[@russcattell955i]

I retire in 3 years time, was thinking of retiring the Street Triple also. As I live near La Rochelle SW France, this scoot could be a viable alternative number 2 transport. At the moment we are paying running costs on the bike & 2 cars.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good idea (I love La Rochelle BTW - flown in many times).....

[@SkepticalRaptor]

I really enjoyed this review. I think that there's a bias against scooters amongst "real" motorcyclists, but I've thought about getting a BMW scooter (please do a review of one or both of them) or something like this Yamaha to complement my main bike. A scooter would be easier to ride down to the grocery store and get a few days worth of food. Thanks again Messr. Flyer. Excellent information.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I completely agree, if I had the space/cash I'd definitely be thinking about the D-Max (which I preferred) for exactly that reason...

[@a_wise_young_man752]

I started on a scooter but moved on to motorbikes. I much prefer the bikes because of the manual gear changing and the sound but I still have a soft spots for scooters.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Got a good chuckle @TMF "this looks like a fancy gateway to somewhere". Somewhere we now know is Chequers?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nope - that’s not Chequers....

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Ah damnit, it looked like the entrance (from memory, I didn't go and compare footage).

[@vagifkhamdoulaev9480]

Hi! Great reviews! What is your favorite between tmax and burgman 650 . Thanks

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Tmax I think

[@ric9452]

Great review Thanks my man

[@ashkan_km]

Best best review and explanation

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you think so!

[@Alimahmoudi1992]

I like AK-550 From Kymco, Faster Cheaper and Cheaper to Maintain

[@rubberneck2855]

FJR1300 with screen fully up you get the suction effect also

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I noticed that on the FJR and on the big K1600 BMW.....

[@Visionery1]

I noticed you don't ride covering the brakes. I've just bought an ST1300 - without a test ride - based on fond 30-year-old memories of my Gold Wing GL1100 Interstate. Big mistake! The bike is big, heavy and feels unsafe whenever one comes to a stop, I'm taking it back after less than one day and 5km of ownership. The TMAX 530 has always been my first choice, I should've listened to my head, not my heart. I currently ride a PCX150 and love it, just not on the motorway.

[@Beeds5]

Thanks after 3 years of watching this video I eventually bought one 😂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Enjoy it!

[@openureyes]

Really good review 👏

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you

[@grahamjones724]

Hi, late to the party, great bid. So you have to have the ignition ON to open the fuel filler cap? therefore ON when filling up? Sounds a bit odd to me.

[@peterlewis968]

Your liking of scooters is getting me worried, will we see the GS going in P/Ex for a Maxi Scooter? The line between Maxi scooters and motorcycles is getting more and more blurred. I had a maxi scooter some years ago, but I didn't get on with it, but they always intrigue me, especially the new Honda X-ADV ( I am waiting for your review of this machine)which has got a lot of bikers talking!! Keep up the good work.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...nah I love my GS too much (although the KTM Super Adventure I currently have in the garage is a thing of wonder...more on that in due course). I have ridden the Honda X-Adv - expect to see that review on or around October the 10th....stay tuned!

[@peterlewis968]

Look forward to your X-adv review, I am just arranging a test ride on a KTM Super Adventure, it's on my radar, I wonder if your GS could be parted with for one of those?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That is the question! ...and I shall be addressing it soon!

[@MrBodyforma]

I read your review of the XMAX 300 and for the price it seemed to tick a lot of boxes. Now having seen this review it just cements my opinion of the versatility of a maxi-style scooter. I've recently ordered an XMAX (sadly the TMax was just too expensive for me). You're reviews of these 2 mid-sized scooters has left me feeling that you are truly impressed with them as a practical and enjoyable means of transport. This begs a question for you. Would you consider replacing one of your current bikes from your garage with a maxi-style scooter (not necessarily a Yamaha, but maybe the BMW C400GT or something similar)? If so, which bike would have to go? :-)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No I don't think so - very happy with the bikes I have....

[@bfarm44]

I’m facing a reality that I don’t care for with permanent nerve damage in my back progressing to the point of having to make some changes if I want to continue riding. My reality is now limiting my mobility and ability to swing a leg over and through may be the answer instead. Going to have a go at a Piaggio mp3 500 soon enough see if that will help out with its ability to stay upright when stopped. Really unhappy with what I want to ride and the pain associated with it that has no chance of going away unfortunately. Possibly this would work too with the weight down low. I’m going to have to try one out if they ever send this to the states. Maybe hang on a season see if the Forza 350 makes it here. Whispers of an adv 350 but Honda is terrible at dragging their feet. Understandable the scooter market isn’t exactly on fire in the us but it’s definitely building.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Oh dear - sorry to hear that...

[@magpiemale]

It's been a while since riding but I couldn't remember hearing about the suspension esp since being outside those fancy gates the road was un-fancy.... I know the brakes are good as a guy in greece hit his hard and done a 180 rear wheel swung right round how he didn't come off I'm surprised ... mpg I would guess is a lot lower than the xmax 300 and 400

[@martynissitt2693]

Would love a test on the new Honda x-adv

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Coming up in less than a week!

[@IbraCareca]

Seems like a decent scooter to commute on. Sadly wouldn’t last a day parked anywhere in London

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Well there is that yes...

[@grahamhigby4372]

Things have moved on since my G reg Honda Vision. I used to see how quick it could go down hill until it decided to throw off the drive belt.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Oops!

[@cloggsy1971]

You need to get yourself a go on one of those Kymco AK550's to do a comparison now ;)

[@kryptonitefitness]

Are the any good ?

[@brucekendall52]

Very nice review,thank you.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you for watching as ever.

[@RGSABloke]

TMF, looks like it's a belt Drive, excellent!!!! Kindest regards. Joe.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes if only more motorcycles had those eh?

[@thinkingoutofthebox.9421]

TheMissendenFlyer The old chain drive in an oil bath is better as on the old Tmax500 never need to tighten chain or change it, just a oil change eventually.

[@jamesinkeys]

I wanna buy one, good honest review...T.Y.!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you for watching.....

[@ThumperXT]

Ok, i get the T Max is lush and i do agree. I`ll challenge you to ride a Harley Fatbob, as i do, love to hear your thoughts. Or may be not!!!!!!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Would love too - stay tuned!

[@ThumperXT]

Great, just remember it`s not a bike. Its a HARLEY LOL.

[@philo2808]

Great review, thanx.

[@danmillhouse8500]

I wish you could still get those in the United States 😔

[@fraudsarentfriends4717]

Any motorcycle dealer has them.

[@ADTT71]

Scooters are super practical for big cities but for touring I prefer motorcycles. I personally have a 300cc scooter for everyday.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough!

[@thejohnnerparty]

Good review. Are the Honda X-ADV & Yamaha TMax DX comparable? If so, which would win?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Not really, the Honda is more of a motorbike disguised in a Scootery way....depends what you want to use the machine for as to which wins!

[@richardcollins586]

Watched the whole review and after the walk around it does look nice as does Beaconsfield. 10k seems a bit steep for a scooter, though the quality and spec looks high. 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I agree, that's a lot of cash for a scoot....

[@theophilusniilamptey8519]

I wish I could afford one of these so I can ride it to work , but unfortunately my entire capital may not be able to afford it. I wish to buy a used one, any help(information)? I will be glad.

[@craGcamping]

Smart guy n smart move.

[@bessie2275]

Another great review, would you buy one?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Pete - in all honesty, no, I'd go for the X-Max which I rode before this one, half the price and almost all the fun (albeit without all the bells and whistles)...

[@barrymessenger8203]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks TMF, that's a valuable comment for me.

[@BAHRAMCR]

nice review, thank you.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching and for stopping by! All the best - TMF

[@nobull-dozer3356]

Needs a cup holder ! Did you notice in t mode your cluster is easier to read .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I didn’t notice that now, how cool. Thanks for watching and stopping by, all the best, TMF

[@johnroberts6836]

Hi there, Would of liked to know your impression review on the BMW C650 Sport

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

If I get the chance to have a go on one I will!

[@informediatech-bruno5766]

and i drive a heavy modified chinese WK trial thats supose to be 125 and its 420cc this happens when you are a master in cnc machining piston taken from an wr 425f custom cilinder cnc machined

[@martinw2893]

Fantastic scooter. .but if I had 10 grand to spare. .There are just too many great motorcycles to spend it on. ..I think for some one who maybe can't quite get on with a motorcycle for whatever reason, this is amazing, I'm ashamed to admit I'm probably to vain to consider one much to my shame tmf, to be honest, vanity is the only reason not to have one, they are so practical. Shame on me 😊😊..another great review. ,thanks tmf

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I think you are right Martin, I suffer the same vanity issues.....silly isn't it...

[@kyotosal]

Mr. Flyer, how was the suspension over the bumps. Would you be rattled on a long journey? Thanks, Sal : )

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It was fine - I don't think a long journey would be an issue at all....

[@robertmarsh3588]

Why did you prefer the X Max 300 to the The Max? I liked my 2011 TMax and still fancy another despite my reservations about seat comfort (weight on cocix) but possible I miss my smaller scoots more. Perhaps they filled a different slot to my BMW boxers, whereas the TMax had an overlap, but wasn't quite as fast or fun...?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Jut thought it was better value for money and a bit more "real" - almost like the TMax was trying too hard to be a luxury bike....

[@waltermh111]

Yeah, that is why I prefer the XMax, more in price range at the moment, and especially for what I need from a scooter. Who doesnt love bells and whistles, but the few things it has over the XMax arent worth $4000 and much lower MPG. My undderstanding is the TMax gets around 41? The XMax gets around 71? You then get a little less weight I assume, which is good for me, because I am only 5'7" and 150 pounds, so the bigger/heavier the bike, the more struggle for me.

[@robertmarsh3588]

@@waltermh111 just for the record, the TMax gives 55-60 mpg imperial (equivalent US figure will be 45 to 50mpg).

[@lazyape_735]

problem with the tmax in places like spain is that they are near 14 grand making it really expensive for your regular joe when you think that most people earn that in more than a year. I say this because Spain is a big market for scooters and maxiscooters

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I can see that being an issue!

[@LucaDelBuono]

If only the seat was narrower like in the previous models (I have the 2010 model), it would appeal shorter people like me but apparently at Yamaha think everyone is now 6 foot tall :(

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Oh no - what a shame!!

[@mikekosar6135]

Yeah.. about those tinny mirrors.. They don't appear to offer any wind deflection as other's..

[@denisrousseau9071]

this is a mean machine! 👍

[@waynejones3428]

Good job mate! 💥 👍💨

[@vernonfewtrell5735]

What is the left hand lever for didn't see you use it ?

[@staninjapan07]

You mentioned the transmission. About that... This and the similar Kymco AK550 sports scooters have an external belt driving the rear sprockets, like a chain or a conventional belt drive motorbike. I have not read the specs for the Tmax yet, but the Kymco is listed on Kymco's Japanese website as CVT (変速機形式CVT無段変速 - the latter part meaning stepless transmission). That seems pointless to me. I assume it is simply their phrasing of automatic, and that they mean something more like DCT (Honda's series of bikes/scooters). My plan to think about swapping my (almost perfect) 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 for a Tmax or AK550 will be scrapped immmediately if I find whichever I am looking at is in fact CVT. It may like the Suzuki Burgman/Skywave 650, in that it has CVT which to a degree can behave like a DCT - you can hold the 'gear' into a higher rev range. Anyway this and the AK550 sure do look tempting to me as I get terrible wrist/hand/palm/knuckle pain and numbness even on the V-Strom, and that's a very smooth bike (for a V). EDIT - in my left hand from clutch work in traffic. Thanks for this video, it's a good review.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching!

[@rockinginafreeworld3256]

Have you or could you review a Suzuki sv650? I've seen other reviews but I find yours more informative.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I haven't done so yet but you never know! Stay tuned....

[@Tom-jc2fq]

Second this.

[@DanStratocaster1]

TheMissendenFlyer I owned a TMAX, and I rode my brother’s Bergman. I honestly thought the TMAX was more solid feeling. Nice low center of gravity

[@LoneBrowncoat]

Not in Canada anymore, came for three years, then went, uneducated public, you lucky UKers and Euros. I would like to have one.

[@paulmacdonald4530]

Now you have ridden both, is it worth the price of 2 xmax 300's?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No not to my mind, I preferred the D-Max....the "T" is too close to a conventional motorcycle and costs just as much....I'd have a Tracer for a similar price personally...

[@Reaper1947]

I owned one and found it terribly uncomfortable (2009 yellow) , Yamaha makes good products but they are just to uncomfortable for me . Went to the Burgman 650 and never looked back . TheReaper!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Really?! I thought it was like riding an armchair!! Perhaps I should try a Burgman.....

[@Reaper1947]

I found the T-Max gearth extremely wide and it bothered my hips , I also found I had to lean forward more like a sports bike which bothered my back .Also the seat was rock hard and built in a way that it was hard to do anything with it . Even though it was a good well made bike , the ergonomics just didn't fit me . I've heard that same thing from several owners (U.S.) , one said "I sold it because I just never got comfortable on it" . The T-max might be the best engineered of all the big scooters , but it has the worst ergonomics at least for me . The Silverwing can go the distance , but it's a rattle trap with an old tech CVT . The Burgman 650 has a hard to get to E-CVT that is very expensive to repair . But as far as comfort goes it's the best of the lot and mods are relatively easy to do . In the end it all about YOU and what fits YOU . IMHO any one should spend at least an hour on a bike before he buys it . In closing I do not like the newer Burgman 650's (2013 and newer) , they made just enough changes on them to make them uncomfortable for me . TheReaper!

[@robertmarsh3588]

@@Reaper1947 loved my 2012 TMax but sadly sold it after 2 years as I found it put too much weight on my cocix and due to the width of the engine, the footboards don't run very far back so it wasn't possible to put my feet under me in a motorbike or big wheel scoot (eg Honda SH) style. Still miss the TMax despite having more than one BMW boxer, now wondering about a X Max as the riding position looks a bit better than the TMax, and is sufficiently different in terms of usage and performance than the big bikes I have.

[@familieschimmel1474]

Excellent scooter, but not a cheap pleasure. Expensive in purchase and costly in maintenance.

[@marcusarr]

Can you do a review of the Honda x adv, want one or maybe the tmax.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Already in the can - stay tuned the review will be up Tuesday October the 10th or thereabouts...

[@josephtroupe5487]

I Like the Superskooter..like a small GL ,, at half the price...

[@steventhomson9869]

Why not put Colonel Sanders on the windshield?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

??

[@steventhomson9869]

@@TheMissendenFlyerApologies, just a flip comment about all that writing on the windshield. I was interested in this video as I have never had anything to do with scooters. I currently own a 2014 Triumph Thunderbird and am aiming to get a new MT09 as a second bike and enjoyed your review of that bike. Thanks for posting really enjoyable video's.

[@johnroughneen3585]

Try the MT-07 and decide if it really is the best A2 around

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes agreed - I have ridden the MT-07 and personally would take that over this scooter in my situation, mind you if you live in the centre of town and need to carry your kit around, I can see where this would be a better option (or certainly the D-Max at half the price)...

[@johna6968]

Lovely setting for the lowlifes weapon of choice..

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Not to many lowlifes in Beaconsfield I like to think.....

[@nikoscosmos]

Not a single white van!?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cleverly edited out to avoid their monotonous onslaught!

[@looneyirish007]

i counted 5 in the first minute

[@erinlane234]

so I'm only 5ft tall. dose this Yamaha have different sizes as in full size, mid size so on so forth? or one size fits all?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

One size fits all.....

[@erinlane234]

@@TheMissendenFlyer so would I be able to fit ride it? If someone like me is 5ft tall? yes or no ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I think yes with 60% certainty....

[@krollpeter]

To my opinion, look for a scooter with a seat height of no more than 760 mm. The Tyrannosaurus Rex is at 800 mm. Or: - Take a picture of the seat, side and top, and then show it to a seat maker for modification assessment - Check if the fork legs can be pushed through the clamps, just a few cm, but check as well that the front fender does not touch parts when breaking - Sometimes there are additional ways to lower a bike, such as modified suspension dog-bones, if it has these. It will cost you some $$. But if you can apply some or all of these, the bike will eventually fit you well, which is so much better than tightrope walking on a bike that's too tall.

[@CUYLERSVIDS]

Hi there. I'm 5'5. Would I be able to ride this ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I reckon you would, best to try one for size though of course....