For the 2013 model year, the Yamaha TMAX Black Max motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 489 lb (221.8 kg).
Yamaha TMAX Black Max weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha TMAX Black Max?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha TMAX Black Max is heavier than about 93.8% 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 TMAX Black Max weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 489 lb (221.8 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 499 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4 US gal (15.14 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 24.9 lb (11.3 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.02 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 98 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha TMAX Black Max weight FAQ
What is the Yamaha TMAX Black Max wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 489 lb (221.8 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Yamaha TMAX Black Max lighter or heavier than other Yamaha scooters?
Compared with similar Yamahas in this dataset, it is heavier than about 93.8% of 129 scooters using the same weight basis.
How much does a full tank add to the Yamaha TMAX Black Max?
Based on the supplied 4 US gal (15.14 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 24.9 lb (11.3 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Yamaha TMAX Black Max and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 669 lb (303.4 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How large is the Yamaha TMAX Black Max engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.02 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Yamaha TMAX Black Max above or below the typical Yamaha scooter weight?
Compared with the median Yamaha scooter weight of 266.8 lb (121 kg), the model is roughly 222.2 lb (100.8 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Yamaha TMAX Black Max weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.