Yamaha T-max 560 Tech Max vs Suzuki Burgman 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha T-max 560 Tech Max vs Suzuki Burgman 650. Yamaha T-max 560 Tech Max: 47.6 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 220 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Suzuki Burgman 650: 56 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 261 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha T-max 560 Tech Max
Suzuki Burgman 650
Horsepower (hp)
47.6 hp
56 hp
Torque (Nm)
55.7 Nm
61 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
220 kg
261 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
47.6 hp @ 7,500 rpm
56 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
55.7 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
61 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
261 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha T-max 560 Tech Max
8.2/10
"The scooter that makes experienced motorcyclists forget their prejudices."
Pros
+Strong, refined 562cc twin
+Excellent long-distance comfort
+Premium Tech Max electronics
Cons
−CVT belt maintenance overlooked
−Front suspension too soft
−Heavy at low speeds
Suzuki Burgman 650
8.0/10
"The maxi-scooter that serious riders actually respect."
Pros
+Effortless automatic transmission
+Massive underfloor storage
+Strong real-world fuel economy
Cons
−Heavy, punishing to drop
−CVT belt replacement costly
−Aging windscreen mechanisms fail
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