Yamaha Tmax 530 vs Bmw C 400 Gt
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Tmax 530
Bmw C 400 Gt
Horsepower (hp)
46 hp
34 hp
Torque (Nm)
53 Nm
35 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
139 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
213 kg
229 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
46 hp @ 6,750 rpm
34 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
53 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
35 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
139 km/h
Weight
213 kg (curb weight)
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, real-world average)
3.8 L/100km (approx. 26 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Tmax 530
8.5/10
"The premium maxi-scooter benchmark that still embarrasses newer rivals."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine, rarely causes trouble
+Flickable handling for the weight
+Strong resale value holds
Cons
−CVT belt replacement is expensive
−Cramped for taller riders
−Underseat storage disappoints
Bmw C 400 Gt
7.8/10
"The sharpest premium commuter scooter money can buy used."
Pros
+Heated grips standard fitment
+Huge integrated storage capacity
+Surprisingly capable motorway cruiser
Cons
−Front brake recall history essential
−Final drive oil seepage issue
−Stubbornly high resale value