Yamaha N-max 125 vs Yamaha Xmax 250
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
Yamaha Xmax 250
Horsepower (hp)
11 hp
20 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.7 Nm
23.4 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
95 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
131 kg
179 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
11.0 hp @ 8,000 rpm
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
11.7 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
23.4 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
95–100 km/h
135 km/h
Weight
131 kg (curb weight)
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.0–2.5 L/100km (40–50 km/L typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approx. 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
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
Yamaha Xmax 250
7.5/10
"A dependable daily commuter that rewards buyers who check service history."
Pros
+Bulletproof Yamaha build quality
+Generous underseat storage capacity
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Thirsty above 75mph
−Rear tyre wears quickly
−Limited aftermarket support
Top 10 Accessories
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