Yamaha Nmax

The Yamaha NMAX sports a dynamic and sporty bodywork, inspired by the company’s MAX series. Its front fairing is aggressive yet elegant, with smooth lines and a sculpted shape that enhances aerodynamics. The bold headlamp and signature lighting lends it a premium look while ensuring better visibility. The maxi-scooter gets all-around LED lighting. 

The fit and finish of the Yamaha NMAX are top-notch, with high-quality plastics and metal components that give it a solid, premium feel. The body panels are well-integrated. Yamaha has paid attention to small details like a textured footboard and ergonomic seat design to enhance comfort and style.

The fully digital instrument panel is seamlessly incorporated into the front panel, providing a high-tech look while offering essential information like speed, fuel level, and trip details in a clear, easy-to-read format. The Yamaha NMAX is a perfect blend of style and practicality. It comes with a fairly spacious underseat storage compartment. But it’s still small compared to most rivals. The scooter gets a smart, keyless ignition system. There’s a USB charging port. The two-wheeler also gets a well-designed front glovebox to store small items.

One of the strongest aspects of the Yamaha NMAX is its plush seat and relaxed riding position. The seat is wide and well-padded, offering excellent support for both the rider and pillion, making long trips much less tiresome than its rivals. The footboard design allows for multiple leg positions, reducing fatigue on long trips.

The wind protection is decent, thanks to its front fairing and windshield. Taller riders may still experience some wind buffeting at higher speeds. Additionally, the well-placed handlebars make for a natural and upright riding posture, enhancing overall comfort.

The Yamaha NMAX is mounted on a telescopic front fork and double rear shock absorbers. The front suspension does a good job of absorbing minor road imperfections, making city rides smooth. However, the rear suspension setup is on the firmer side, which means that while it provides good stability at higher speeds, it can feel slightly harsh over potholes and rough roads. 

The Yamaha NMAX is equipped with a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, Blue Core 155cc engine that produces 15PS/14Nm. The motor is mated to CVT. The two-wheeler delivers quick and responsive acceleration, making it great for urban riding and occasional long-distance travel. With Blue Core technology the Yamaha NMAX boasts of an average mileage of 403kmpl. The mileage increases during highway travel.

The rigid frame, wide tires, and well-balanced weight distribution contribute to confident cornering and stability at high speeds with the Yamaha NMAX. 

The maxi-scooter has a quick throttle response, allowing for easy overtakes. This is particularly useful in city traffic. It can reach 0-60kmph in about 6 seconds, which is impressive for its class. The top speed is around 120kmph making the Yamaha NMAX one of the fastest in its class.

The Yamaha NMAX is equipped with disc brakes on both wheels. The discs provide better heat dissipation, allowing for consistent performance even during prolonged use. The hydraulic braking system offers responsive braking. 

The maxi-scooter comes with antilock braking that prevents wheel lock-up during emergency situations. This is particularly useful on wet or slippery roads and provides enhanced stability, It reduces the risk of skidding. The dual-channel antilock braking ensures that none of the wheels lock up, improving overall safety.

The Yamaha NMAX maxi-scooter is available in a single version in the Philippines. Prices start at ₱151,900. It’s a superb premium scooter for riders who want a mix of performance, comfort, and technology. While it’s more expensive than most other scooters in its segment, the Yamaha NMAX justifies the price with its feature-packed design, strong engine, and high-quality build.