Yamaha TMAX Iron Max vs Kymco AK 550 55th (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha TMAX Iron Maxstacks up against the Kymco AK 550 55th. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TMAX Iron MaxKymco AK 550 55th
Model year20162019
Price$11,595
Engine530 cc550 cc
Horsepower46 hp53 hp
Torque52 Nm55 Nm
Weight210 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L3.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesDouble disc. Optional ABS.Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS.Single disc
Tires120/70-15 / 160/60-15 120/70-R15 / 150/60-R15

Yamaha TMAX Iron Max vs Kymco AK 550 55th — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TMAX Iron Max and the Kymco AK 550 55th usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TMAX Iron Max brings 46 hp, while the Kymco AK 550 55th counters with 53 hp at 210 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: