Yamaha Black Max vs Yamaha TMAX - A (2007)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Black MaxYamaha TMAX - A
Model year20072006
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower44 hp44 hp
Torque48 Nm48 Nm
Weight205 kg205 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-M14 / 160/60-M15 120/70-M14 / 160/60-M15

Yamaha Black Max vs Yamaha TMAX - A — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Black Max and the Yamaha TMAX - A usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Black Max brings 44 hp in a 205 kg package, while the Yamaha TMAX - A counters with 44 hp at 205 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: