Across the 2016, 2017 and 2018 model years, the Yamaha NMAX motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 280 lb (127 kg).
Yamaha NMAX weight overview
This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine.
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How heavy is the Yamaha NMAX?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha NMAX is heavier than about 53.9% of 129 Yamaha scooters with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha NMAX weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2016, 2017, 2018 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 280 lb (127 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 124.7 cc |
| Torque | 8.6 lb-ft (11.7 Nm) to 8.8 lb-ft (11.9 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 1.74 US gal (6.6 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 10.8 lb (4.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2016 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 3.08 lb-ft / 100 lb to 3.13 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.45 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 224.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha NMAX weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha NMAX weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 280 lb (127 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha NMAX weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 54th percentile for weight among 129 compatible Yamaha scooters.
Are all Yamaha NMAX model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2016-2018 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha NMAX?
A full tank works out to about 10.8 lb (4.9 kg) from the listed 1.74 US gal (6.6 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha NMAX weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 460 lb (208.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Yamaha NMAX torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 3.08 lb-ft per 100 lb to 3.13 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How many cc does the Yamaha NMAX have per pound?
The model has about 0.45 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Yamaha NMAX compare with the median Yamaha scooter weight?
The representative wet weight is about 13.2 lb (6 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha scooter weight of 266.8 lb (121 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha NMAX easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Yamaha Motorsports website.