Yamaha TMAX Iron Max vs Yamaha TMAX Special Version (2016)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TMAX Iron MaxYamaha TMAX Special Version
Model year20162015
Price$11,595
Engine530 cc530 cc
Horsepower46 hp46 hp
Torque52 Nm52 Nm
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesDouble disc. Optional ABS.Double disc. Optional ABS.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS.Single disc. Optional ABS.
Tires120/70-15 / 160/60-15 120/70-15 / 160/60-15

Yamaha TMAX Iron Max vs Yamaha TMAX Special Version — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TMAX Iron Max and the Yamaha TMAX Special Version usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TMAX Iron Max brings 46 hp, while the Yamaha TMAX Special Version counters with 46 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: