Yamaha N-max 125 vs Hero Maestro Edge 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha N-max 125
Hero Maestro Edge 125
Horsepower (hp)
11 hp
8.7 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.7 Nm
10.2 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
95 km/h
95 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
131 kg
111 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
11.0 hp @ 8,000 rpm
8.7 hp @ 6,750 rpm
Torque
11.7 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
10.2 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
95–100 km/h
~95 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
131 kg (curb weight)
111 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
2.0–2.5 L/100km (40–50 km/L typical real-world average)
approx. 50-55 km/L (estimated real-world average; note: Hero claims ~55 km/L under standard test conditions)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha N-max 125
8.0/10
"The most sorted 125 scooter you can buy used today."
Pros
+Genuinely fuel-efficient engine
+Full-face helmet storage
+Planted, confidence-inspiring handling
Cons
−Fork seals fail early
−Plastics scratch and crack easily
−CVT belt often neglected
Hero Maestro Edge 125
6.5/10
"A sensible urban workhorse, not a scooter to get excited about."
Pros
+Bulletproof parts availability
+Low running costs
+Comfortable city ergonomics
Cons
−Cheap plastics scratch easily
−Soft suspension with pillion
−Drum brakes feel dated
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
