Yamaha NMAX vs Kymco Downtown 125i ABS (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha NMAXstacks up against the Kymco Downtown 125i ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha NMAXKymco Downtown 125i ABS
Model year20182017
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower12 hp15 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight167 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. ABS.Single disc. Floating discs.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Single disc
Tires110/70-13 / 130/70-13 120/80-14 / 150/70-13

Yamaha NMAX vs Kymco Downtown 125i ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha NMAX and the Kymco Downtown 125i ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha NMAX brings 12 hp, while the Kymco Downtown 125i ABS counters with 15 hp at 167 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: