2021 Yamaha NMAX 125! | Road Test Review!
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- Опубліковано 19 чер 2021
- New for 2021 the Yamaha NMAX now features a Euro 5 engine, updated looks and some new tech to be enjoyed! Join Brett as he takes the NMAX for a spin and shares his thoughts on this awesome little scoot!
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Had mine 9 months and I flipping love it so comfy even on longer journeys good on all roads
This is what a motorcycle presentation should look like !! I own this scooter for one month and I'm looking forward to spring.
Hey brother how are you enjoying your NMAX now ? How has the riding been under the warm weather ?
Had one for over a year. The review is spot on. I agree on every point
You ARE the traffic. What a great ride you had.
Great vid as usual. Keen to see a review of the WK MXI LC 125CC SCOOTER. (they are classing it as a NMAX/Forza type bike) Only seen one review, and he had nothing but praise. Let me know. Keep up the good work.
Great video thank you so much for all the information appreciate it thinking about buying one myself
I own Nmax from 2017. And done nearly 10k miles on it.
Daily top speed is about 62MPH at flat/no wind. Up to 75MPH at A38 downhill...
I live close to Peak District, and most of roads are limited here up to 50MPH, this scooter easy reach this speed regardless of terrain ;)
Brakes are great, but ABS is very sensitive, when activate, You loosing a lot of braking force (i dont know is anything change in 2021 model)
last week i've done 170miles round trip to Skegness with average 105MPG (wide open throttle most of time) and not causing road congestions behind me ;)
I love this bike as allrounder (comutee to work)
But, few things need to be mention:
1. Stock tyres are for summer only - i've change to all-round model, which are lot better.
2. Wind protection is poor for legs (under knee), arms, upper chest and head (this is a bit better with 2021 windscreen profile)
3. LED headlights are steaming in cold weather or mist reducing visibilty
4. Not much space for pillion (for tall riders)
5. Mirrors are small and difficult to set.
Whoops! 75 down hill. That little engine will get very hot indeed, not built for such speeds at all and could be nasty if the engine fails, especially bottom end or piston.
@@phillipdonnelly6430 Same engine as in R125, and difference is only in "software" blocking highest revs in Nmax. So, no issue for Nmax ;)
And this limiting power as well.
You can check R125 spec ;)
Radiator in Nmax is ventilated by fan connected to engine shaft, faster You go, faster it spin.
BTW. Ridding at top speed/full throttle is noticed in petrol consumtion, badly ;)
What make tyre did you go for? Great to hear of other issues from users of NMAX. Cheers.
@@russellgray938 Michelin City Grip 2.
They are all-season tyres with "Mud and Snow" sign.
So give You a little more grip in cold weather vs. summer tyres.
I've tested typical winter tyre for one winter season, and it was a lot better, but lot more easy to puncture and too soft in warm days.
So, City Grip 2 is reasonable choice...
Just about to get my 2022 version of this..can't wait..I'm so excited about it 🤙
Same getting mine in a couple days, How is it so far?
I just got my 2022 model in white had it a week now 300 miles covered so far. Great little scooter.
do you know the difference between the 2021 and 2023 models?
Most enjoyable video.
Great job. I agree with all your points. Looking forward to your pcx review.
Thanks for the comment - I appreciate it!
@@BikeMatters Thank you! I got my nmax about a month ago, also phantom blue. I was surprised how big and smooth it felt. Especially in it's category. I upgraded from 2017 pcx. Honda is usually hard to beat, but this year nmax is the king
I've come from niu electric and this bike has really impressed me. Just all the tech I want in it. I've brought it from brand new and I'm still running it in
Glad to hear that, the Nmax for me is one of the best 125cc scooters you can get at the moment.
I have the red one. I love it, breaks are really good.
@bikeMatters how is this compared to Medley comfort wise and riding stability ? Is there a big diference if the wheels are smaller ?
Im using the 155cc in singapore. Top speed at 100 to 115km/hr. Its really stable for a small bike compared to all other scooters (200cc below) i have rode before. Not sure why i guess its the weight distribution. Really worthy scooter to own great for highways as well as cities. Not for country to country travel
Great review. A walk round would have been good.
There is a lot to be said for the smaller 2021 Honda Vision 109cc stop/start with the Euro5 engine. It's overall top speed and acceleration is very similar in the same conditions. There isn't much in it except its about £1000 cheaper. The Nmax's advantage is it has more space under the seat certainly for a full face helmet where the Vision struggles for space.
The nmax is a way safer bike compared to the vision
Nice review mate. About the engine, in the asian market yamaha offers a different nmax and it has a standard 155 cc with 15.4 hp and a top speed of 78 mph. Honda pcx tho is 160 cc
Thanks for the info and the comment!
When its rain outside, the water can reach in the charging pocket? I don't see any cover to that pocket. Thanks!
Getting mine in 2 days, Hopefully its as good as your saying, perfect for my first new bike
how did it go?
@@timothygray7412 Going good until I let my drunk friend have a go lol.. got it fixed and have been using it for work commutes etc still works just fine even after taking a pounding, it's a little bit smaller than other bikes but its really light.
hi more yamaha nmax videos please. i love yhe design and it just seems perfect for my needs, so what did i do i bought a sondors metacycle, why you ask, 1st reason- motor over engine. 2 no pollution. ect.
I work as a Motorcycle Dealership Mechanic in the Philippines..
I'd say it's pretty good..
Comfortable Ride
Fanstastic Handling
1.5-2.0L/100km economy
can cruise at 80-100kph
i just ordered it at blue color.i cant wait for next week.iam 40 years old and its my first bike lol
Great first scooter, awesome colourway
They should bring out a 300cc version and drop the xmax, it would well well
They won't drop the xmax considering the 125 version alone has sold over 200,000 units
2017 and can get 70 mine.brilliant.
Very Cool
👍👍
Hello Bike Matters ! My first scooter is a 50cc Aprilia SXR50 wich i had so much fun riding...tho is very slow and i love riding on the hills , i live in Romania where i have a place that is like Toscany i love to ride in the bends the forests and the open road . Can you help me choose the righ 125 for me ? Pcx nmax or Sr Gt . I will usually travell with my Girlfriend so i need some power . Is the Nmax better in the "torque band" than the other ?much apreciate it ! God bless you !
Being seen and heard. Think electric! And yes, all very nice for the rider but not for your neighbourhood. Looks like a nice way to get around town. Needs to be quick off the line around Stevenage where everyone's in a race of some sorts. Very well suited to our country lanes by the sound of it, right performance and handling. Thanks for this video.
Thanks for your comment.
I wonder if you can turn the stop/start off?
Only down fall exhaust its very stealthy which can be an issue with needing to be visible and heard
Nmax 155 or medley 150s? The small wheels(13") of nmax is very big problem? Is steady on the road? I would like to know your opinion for both of scooters.
Thank you in advance!:)
no problem on the 13 inch wheel..handles very good on the road
I thought that the topspeed was about 68 miles or 110 km. A Honda vision however is restricted at 88km or about 55 miles not 65! Good review!
Well mine definitely not restricted too 55mph!!! I have seen 69 which in the real world is 65 allowing for speedo error my friend followed me to confirm it
They can do 70mph flat out down a big hill, comfortably do 63 on a flat road with no head wind. Also depends on the person's weight and how tall they are. When I had mine it would cruise at 63 on the flat. And I'm 6ft 7. Also the engine break in period plays a big part in performance. If you just thrash it from new then the performance wears. I done my break in period at 40mph tops. No constant speed or open throttle. Plus the belt has to wear in. After my first service I noticed a big difference I'm performance and it would 74mph flat out hitting the limiter. So around 70 to 71mph gps.
@@henrysmith5604 125 4 strokes are restricted. You cant derestrict them like 2 stroke scooters. The only thing you can do is raising the rpm limiter. And general cvt tuning. Even performance exhausts don't do anything in performance wise. Other than it sound like crap and too loud. Lol
@@JDMz Break in is a myth makes no difference to engine.
@@70Dazky it is and it isn't. You'll see more wear on piston rings and cylinder wall if thrashed from new. I've seen plenty with score marks at 25 to 30k miles.
Im buying one.
Are the adjustable rear shocks comfy and soft or are they just stiff and not soft ?
From my time riding it, the suspension didn't feel too stiff to me, obviously designed more for smoother city and town roads, but did well soaking up the rougher country lanes for a 125cc scoot.
Hi mate, great video I've got this scooter and it is amazing, only question I have is you said and yamaha have said you can get 200 miles to a tank. I've only been able to get 110 120 at a push. I don't use the stop start very often would that increase it for me?
It'll improve when the engine has ran in. If you've not ran it on correctly then you'll get poor fuel economy
The tank is 7.1 litres, but there is a reserve of 1.7l.
I have run for around 12 miles on the reserve, but still the maximum I have put in was just over 6l.
The stated mpg will probably involve a 70-75kg rider over flat road in calm conditions I would imagine.
If you ran till empty, you would be a good bit closer I would imagine, but 200 mpg not going to be realistic in the real world.
Is it comfortable to ride for tall riders 6ft plus on short distances?
Hiya between the nmax vs pcx what would you say has a higher top speed and what has a better pickup what’s more responsive plz thanks
Really not a lot in it top speed for both will be 65-70mph. I'd say the VVA helps the Nmax with acceleration ever so slightly, but really not a lot between them.
@@BikeMatters top lad cheers for replying legend, nmax defo the better looking and sportier bike my next purchase 🥰🤟
If you want performance get a maxi 125 scooter. The pcx isn't designed for top speed. Or get a piaggio medley or aprilia sr gt. Abit more expensive but they're awesome machines. I still have my 2021 nmax. But my aprilia sr gt leaves it in the dust. The nmax is slow compared to my sr gt.
Tbh my next bike is a toss up between nmax or PCX my last bike was a PCX ,which I loved but I was thinking a change of makes..
what was the consumption during this video?
what is the difference between this and model 2023
Very nice looking bike and review. I didn't consider this for deliveries as I think a flat floor really is a must, I put heavy shopping bags on the floor often! Also I often ride 5 hours or more so 16 inch wheels for the pot holes.
For just riding and looks, I think I would have picked this over the SH125i,
I hit 74 mph on the flat no wind, but , 70 is really it, 60 even up a slight incline.
Thanks for the comment!
@HungryPandaBear honda pcx or yamaha nmax. Or even the aprilia sr gt 125
Weird. As the the sh125i is limited to 71mph...
@@JDMz that's why I said 70, Speedo is out by around 3 mph. It only manages around 65 now on Speedo.
@HungryPandaBear
Choose one with flat floor for carrying delivery.
I hope you do a review on the PCX
Finished recording my PCX review last week!
Hello is the nmax155 bigger than a125?
Hello is the n max155 bigger than a n max125
How is the wind protection ? Thanks!
Decent for normal use but if you're looking at spending most of your time on faster roads then would consider upgrading the screen. Chances are being a 125, the current screen will do.
Nonexistent. For 45£ you get a givi screen
God that made me envious, stuck on the IOM where we usually go a bit faster than you Guys! Please tell me, is there really anything out there faster, with the quality of Yamaha?
As it's a 125, you aren't really going to find much at the same capacity with mountains more speed. However, there are some fantastic maxi scooter options at bigger engine sizes with brilliant build quality!
Piaggio medley. Or in todays world. The aprilia sr gt. Its fantastic. Great power. Leaves my old 2021 nmax trailing behind. The only thing I dislike is the combined braking on the sr gt. But the sr gt 200 has abs. So I'm putting the abs from the sr gt 200 on to my sr gt 125.
@@JDMz Yes, since seeing 200 launched am after one, if I can locate one in UK?
Nmax 2024 review ?
Yamaha NMAX or Honda PCX? Really torn between the two, think the yamaha can hit a slightly better top speed and has abs on both wheels, however the honda is more fuel efficient
Really it's down to personal choice, everyone is different, but both are superb 125s. Check them out in person and see what you prefer.
Had my PCX for 2 weeks and sold it, it's now 3 years later and i still have my Nmax. Hope that helps.
Neither. Buy a piaggio medley or aprilia sr gt 125. Both have great performance. ( have the same engine) underseat storage is huge. Reliable. Long service intervals. 9 liter fuel tank. My aprilia sr gt will leave a nmax and pcx for dead. Be worth looking at either the medley or aprilia sr gt. A tiny bit more expensive. But even when you come to sell it. Piaggio hold their value very well.
No step through design?
Maybe exhaust upgrade will get a couple more ponies?
There's no exhausts available yet for the 2021 or 2022 nmax 125. Just performance variator and rollers.
I hope one day they'll make an electric NMAX
Aye that’ll be sickkkk
Who knows. They've already came out with a new 50cc equivalent of the old yamaha neos. Witch is still called the neos. So hopefully one day
Hello i just want to know how tall r u please. Great review.
5' 6
Bought mine 0 miles from yAMAHa, after 5k miles the ECU died and now having to wait 4 month for a new ECU from japan lol.. but great bike.
I have had one 18 months and still running perfectly. Two oil changes and 8000 miles so far.
The under-seat storage will take a smaller or half face helmet and gloves / waterproof. I bought a top box carrier and top box, so that I can carry items or leave items with the bike.
It can go on the motorway for short spells without issue, but wouldn't suit a longer haul.
You will always get those that say it is a girly bike or call it a moped, but none of those people have so far offered to buy me a 500cc Honda or Yamaha motorbike and pay for the insurance and running costs.
I think they need to upgrade the panel to Digital now
So it's not digital to you???
how tall are you ?? Nice Video
Brett is 5'6
@@BikeMatters thanks!
A good review 😊 I have a Honda vision 110 which is a amazing scooter I can get 65mph no problem and with 16” front wheel and 14” rear gives a pretty decent ride it’s very light at a 102kgs
It can officially do 55 certainly not 65!
@@erikpannemans2865 it can definitely do 60
Henry @ I agree with you .only issue with honda vision is no ABS brakes . Without ABS it causes accidents on vision
@@danb4089 all the years before abs was available what did we all do then? I took a advanced test in 2006 which teaches you better road craft I do agree that abs is good
@@danb4089 Can confirm. I fell off the other day because front wheel locked up when I had to brake hard.
when stopping this scooter do i just use stand to turn off or the dial?
You just turn the dial to off and walk away. If you weren't planning on using the bike for a while, after switching off and locking the steering by turning the handlebars, and turning the dial to lock you can give the button a long press until the light flashes and this switches the electrical system down which saves running the battery down 🙂
@@bally632 Can the battery discharged if you live the button on the right side?
@@rus_officiall do you mean the engine off button?
@@bally632 yes
@@rus_officiall no that won't affect it, but as I said if you are not riding it for a while,do the long press on the button until the red light flashes. This stop's the ignition constantly looking for the key which would flatten the battery after four or five weeks
Can you make a review of Honda ADV 150?
Thanks for the suggestions, sadly we don't have the ADV 150 over here.
Oh, such a bummer. Thanks
@@mikeal-assaddungon2446 we dont have ADV 150 at europe.i think its only 650 cc version here.i would love to buy that bike at 150cc if was available
@@xdx2653 i already bought one last July. And its a good choice for me.
@@mikeal-assaddungon2446 yes i am sure for that.i also want one but...
have nice rides and safe.iam so jealous
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Yamaha X 125cc or Honda Forza 125cc which on is best?
Ooooh that’s a tough one anyone got a clue worth £5000 or get a nmax For 3 grand
xmax is way more beautiful than forza but the second one have way more better engine.better perfomance at accelaration and top speed,actually big different .but both are very heavy for only 125cc and both costs a fortune .i dont think that any of those 2 are good choice.better to go with a second hand nmax or a pcx keep it for 1-2 years and buy a xmax 300cc.or save your money and go for xmax300cc at first place.
i had the same dilima as you but finally i bought this summer the nmax125 brand new
@@xdx2653 top man you have been through my present lool you understand me Xmax 300 best choice correct coz it’s Similar weight to the xmax 125 but you need a full license for the 300 I got a Cbt is it worth spending £800-1000 getting my license 🤔
@@sanan7489 it's worth it in the long run. Take it on a geared bike though. If you take it on a scooter. You are restricted to an automatic only licence. Where as if you take your full test on a geared bike 650cc or 700cc. Then you can ride any cc bike and any automatic scooter.
@@xdx2653 the older xmax 125 is faster than the older and newer forza. The forza is a premium scooter but has very poor suspension. And very poor clutch from factory. Mind you it's made in Italy.
Pcx nmax washing machine. Yeah they good at what they do but all modern machinery are now in general. For me at least top speed and mpg come second and third to how the thing looks. And the classic scooter design still hasnt been bettered for that.
Interesting to hear your opinion. I have a love for classic scooter design, though I like the new designs too!
Can we get an XMAX review?
Thanks for the suggestion!
the 155 nmax has 15 hp and is 4kg lighter than this 125 model.
NMax or PCX? 🤔
Now that is a good question - both are great options!
There are some key differences such braking and price, the Nmax has dual ABS and disc brakes all around, the PCX only has single ABS and brake disc at front with drum to the rear. But the PCX is cheaper, along with being slightly more economical. There isn't a right or wrong answer with these two, just what suits you best individually and what you prefer.
@@BikeMatters Thanks for your answer, I bough NMax and I'm super happy with it 🤗
@@smazone_kotlety Great 125cc scooter - enjoy! I definitely did when I had it on a test.
well big question.but both are great bikes ,i dont think they have any cons.also the rear drum brake at the pcx its nothing to worry about .the bikes stop very smooth and nice,but i just bought the nmax ,i was waiting 2 months from yamaha and honda to bring me their bikes.i bought the yamaha coz he just came 1 nmax at blue color among with the 155cc.i was lucky.also its about what are u prefer better.for me the nmax looks better ,but its just me :)
just take this one who is better at ur eyes my friend coz after all both are amazing scooters
I traded my 3 month old PCX for an Nmax, the Yamaha is so much better.
Just put my deposit on mine can’t wait now 3-4 week wait 🙄🙄
Will be a long 3-4 weeks waiting for one of these beauties! Hope it goes by fast for you haha
Getting it in 3 days now just got the call a whole 1 week early
@@samzsaied2085 Very nice!
740mm width.
12:20 road maggots
Had my original nmax up to 72mph
Yes u are right . I think your one has speed limiter fixed . Normally they fit speed limiter so people can't ride faster unless they passed full motorbike license .
@@danb4089 you can raise the limiter. But the limiter is there for a reason to increase longevity and reliability..
The 15hp nmax can actually get to 78 mph
100mile fuel tank
I own this bike, unfortunately the seat is as thin as the credit card in my wallet, this is a massive oversight by Yamaha. Literally a pain in the ass! And what should be the 'pass' button on the left switch array, is the menu button. Noooo!
nice ok but go to buy honda PCX the best in this small scooter category xaxaxax
The Nmax has discs brakes all around and VVA, so I don't think you can outright say the PCX is better. They are both absolutely great, choosing one over the over is purely a personal choice imo and what you prefer.
@@BikeMatters I am currently choosing between the Honda pcx and the Yamaha NMAX 125 (possibly the 155). I am swaying towards the Yamaha, mainly due to the better brake setup. I also prefer the classic handlebar on the Nmax. They are the same price. I ride a big motorcycle but will use this as my winter commuter. Which one would you go for? Would you pay the extra for the 155? I commute 35 km each way. Around 10 of them on the motorway (130 km/h speed limit). I am a little concerned that the 125 won't be able to follow traffic - which the 155 probably will manage. What are your thoughts - which would you choose?
Many thanks,
Peter
@@petersteennhr852 nmax 155 :)
I sold my PCX after 2 weeks, hated it.
@@alanhayward6719why?
Bad design that yamaha nmax xmax 125 250 300 400. By all models you hit the steering wheel with your knees when you are 185 cm of taller. Thats the reason i bought a Honda pcx 125. That steering wheel you can easily put in a higher position with 4 bolts...
thank you
I’m torn between the Nmax and the Aprilia SR125GT purely on looks I like the Aprilia better.
Both are fantastic scooters to be honest, two of my personal favs. Check them out in person if you can at a dealers.
@@BikeMatters well I’ve check both scooters out and have decided to go for the Medley 125 because of the big wheel comfort and your review of it helped me make my mind up, and I have to say I love it 👍
Thanks for all your reviews