XP 500 - TMAX 500

TMAX – SCOOTING’S NEW APEX PREDATOR

Like a two-wheeled T-Rex, the new TMAX towers at the top of Yamaha’s scooter food chain. Powerful and agile, it can move in an instant from convenient and efficient maxi-commuter to exhilarating sport motorcycle.

For 2008 our engineers have created a host of meaningful improvements to further enhance the Yamaha TMAX’s reputation as THE maxi scooter with motorcycle performance.

A SPORTY STRUCTURE

The compact new aluminium frame is made of the same CF (Controlled Fill) die cast construction as those on our supersport race bikes, while a new 15-inch front wheel provides better rough road performance and handling than ever.

There’s also new R1 derived 4-pot aluminium monobloc brake calipers, hollow design three-spoke alloy wheels, improved seat and fresh body design. TMAX – it’s the maxi scooter with the sports performance.

* Laid flat and transmitting seamlessly through a V-belt transmission, TMAX’s 499cc fuel-injected, parallel twin four-stroke features new fuel injection settings for even greater low-and mid-speed torque, and improved passing acceleration.

* V-belt transmission means no gears or manual clutch when you roll away from the lights. Just a smooth, seamless acceleration from idle to motorway speed, and the stability of engine braking when you roll off.

* Brand new CF (Controlled Fill) die cast aluminium frame is more compact and allows our engineers to very accurately balance rigidity and flexibility in the areas where it matters most.

* High-spec suspension, all round disc brakes with new 4-pot type aluminium monobloc callipers up front and sporty hollow design three-spoke alloy wheels shod with fat rubber. A dynamic maxi-commuter and adrenalin pumping mountain road performer that blends riding comfort with convenient scooter practicalities, that’s T-Rex… sorry, TMAX.

* An additional benefit of the compact new CF die-cast aluminium frame is an increase in both storage space and fuel tank volume, with fuel cell capacity increasing from 14 to 15 litres.

* High performance engine/transmission combination gives TMAX an advantage launching at the lights, so you won’t have any trouble safely heading the traffic.

* Abundantly suited to life in the city, TMAX has all the convenience and luxury features you’d expect, like, engine immobiliser, parking brake and ample underseat storage.

* The plush rider surrounds of the TMAX cockpit include a new rider seat designed for even greater comfort and improved ground reach.

* From the TMAX pilot seat you can see all the relevant diagnostics at a glance, including the new symmetrical meter panel and trick LCD multifunction trip computer with flashing immobiliser light.

* Peace of mind: TMAX has put in the miles on roads down under, and is a proven reliable product backed by excellent parts availability and a massive established dealer and service network… like all Yamahas. It’s a claim not all scooter manufacturers can make.

* TMAX’s fresh new bodywork conveys a strong frontal presence, which as experienced motorcyclists know is key in attracting the attention you want from the tin tops. Two-part front screen provides the perfect level of aerodynamic weather cheating you want from the elements.

ENGINE/IGNITION/TRANSMISSION
Type	4-stroke, liquid cooled, fuel-injected, DOHC, parallel-twin
Displacement - (cc)	499
Bore Stroke - (mm)	66.0 x 73.0
Compression	11:1
Lubrication	Dry Sump
Fuel Management	Electronic fuel injection
Ignition	TCI
Starter	Electric
Fueltank - (L)	15
Oil Capacity - (L)	3.6
Transmission	Automatic
Final Transmission	V-belt
CHASSIS
Frame Type	Controlled Filling Cast Aluminium
Length - (mm)	2195
Width - (mm)	775
Height - (mm)	1445
Seat Height - (mm)	800
Wheelbase - (mm)	1580
Clearance - (mm)	125
Dry Weight - (kg)	203
FRONT END
Suspension Front	Telescopic Fork
Tyres Front	120/70R-15M/C Radial
Brakes Front	Twin disc 267mm Four piston monobloc calipers
REAR END
Suspension Rear	Swing arm
Tyres Rear	160/60R-15M/C Radial
Brakes Rear	Single disc 267mm