Maxi scooters, considered one of the most premium segments in the two-wheeler market, are yet to fully reach the Indian market. However, several maxi-style scooters have already caused a sensation in the Indian two-wheeler scene.
Leading Models and Potential Entries
The most prominent models include Suzuki Burgman Street, Aprilia SXR 125, SXR 160, and Yamaha Aerox 155. Other models, like the Kia Visto 300 and BMW C400 GT, mimic maxi scooters in style. In the coming months, the Yamaha TMax could also join this list, expected to compete with the BMW C400 GT upon its Indian launch.
Yamaha TMax Spotted in India
Yamaha aims to expand its multi-cylinder lineup in India, planning to launch the R3 and MT-03 in December this year. The Japanese brand might also extend its multi-cylinder line with the next TMax. The maxi scooter was recently tested in India, with several images circulating on social media.
Engine and Power
The TMax, Yamaha’s flagship scooter, comes with a 300cc parallel twin power XMax. It features a 562cc, 4-valve, parallel-twin DOHC engine with liquid cooling, generating roughly 47 HP of power at 7,500 RPM and a maximum torque of 56 Nm at 5,250 RPM. The engine has a 360-degree crank and is coupled with a CVT automatic gearbox.
Hardware Specifications
Based on a motorcycle-style cast aluminum chassis with a twin-spar layout, the TMax is equipped with gold-anodized 120 mm inverted front forks and a 117 mm swingarm-mounted mono-shock rear suspension. The scooter sports 15-inch alloy wheels at both ends, with 120/70 and 160/60 tires, respectively.
Launch Prospects in India
Yamaha is testing the TMax in India, indicating potential plans for its launch. If introduced, it will be brought to India via the CBU route and will carry a premium price tag. Currently, the TMax is priced at £13,807 in the UK, equivalent to around INR 14.00 lakhs. Its ex-showroom price in India could be around INR 20.00 lakhs upon launch.
Important Information Table
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Models | Suzuki Burgman Street, Aprilia SXR 125, Yamaha Aerox 155 |
| Upcoming Model | Yamaha TMax |
| Engine | 562cc, 4-valve, DOHC, liquid-cooled |
| Power | 47 HP |
| Torque | 56 Nm |
| Expected Price (Ex-showroom) | Around INR 20.00 lakhs |
FAQs
- What is the current status of maxi scooters in India?
- While the maxi scooter concept is not fully established in India, several models mimicking their style are making waves, with the Yamaha TMax expected to join soon.
- What are the specifications of the Yamaha TMax?
- The TMax features a 562cc engine with 47 HP power and 56 Nm torque, a twin-spar aluminum chassis, 120 mm front forks, and 15-inch alloy wheels.
- When is the Yamaha TMax expected to launch in India?
- There’s no official launch date, but its recent testing in India suggests that Yamaha has plans for its introduction.
- What might be the price of the Yamaha TMax in India?
- If launched, the TMax could carry an ex-showroom price around INR 20.00 lakhs