Yamaha TMAX 500 vs Yamaha TMAX DX (2021)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha TMAX 500stacks up against the Yamaha TMAX DX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TMAX 500Yamaha TMAX DX
Model year20072021
Price
Engine499 cc530 cc
Horsepower45 hp
Torque53 Nm
Weight205 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-14 / 160/60-15 120/70-15 / 160/60-15

Yamaha TMAX 500 vs Yamaha TMAX DX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TMAX 500 and the Yamaha TMAX DX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TMAX 500 brings its published horsepower in a 205 kg package, while the Yamaha TMAX DX counters with 45 hp.

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: