2020 Yamaha X-Max 300 - 700 Mile Owner's Review, thoughts & some filtering. Essex, England, UK.
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- Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
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Review and thoughts on my Yamaha X-Max 300. I had previously uploaded a video but unfortunately the sound quality on it is awful due issues with the mic. I have now changed the mic and hope I have redeemed myself a little with this upload. Please like, subscribe, comment and hit the bell icon. I hope to do a review from a short rider perspectrive of a BMW R1250GS in Low Suspension soon so if you subscribe and hit the bell icon you will get notified when I upload it. I am 5'5" tall, 30 inch inseam, 65KG.
Recorded on a Drift Ghost X with a Lavalier mic with a DIY fix to the inside of my helmet with a 3.5mm to 3.5mm (I know it's the same size) adapter which resolved the sound problem.
Video Editing using Adobe Premiere Rush.
I appreciate your review, very clear and informative. Regards from Spain
Thank you very much. I am glad you found the video useful and I am grateful for your support.
Excellent review. I test rode one today and thought highly of it. I'm going to buy one.
Thank you very much 😊 and I am sure you will get trouble free ownership from it.
Really one of the best reviews I have seen. Good job. Thanks
Thank you very much and I am glad you found it useful.
nice review sir, i like it when reviewers include the vibration aspect of a motorcycle specially for a scooter that suppose to offer just supreme comfort. good work keep it going
Thank you very much Sir for your support, much appreciated.
I’m looking to purchase a Yamaha xmax and found your review very informative and unbiased
But I was a bit confused as during the walk around you were filming it with your phone but you used your helmet cam footage 😊
But as a new motto logger well done ! 👍
Thank you so much. I am a complete novice in video recording and editing so I am learning as I go. Unfortunately the Covid lockdown and restrictions has scuppered my plans to do regular reviews 😕
You did a great job! Cheers from a Triumph Bonnie rider from North Carolina.
The only gripe with your review is that you never mentioned what kind of mileage you get from a tank of petrol. Otherwise nice review. I’m on a BMW R1200GS and thinking of dropping down to something like this as these days I’m just commuting to and from work, the GS is a lot of bike for those small journeys. 9/10 for your review, thank you
Very good. Wouldn't know you were new @YT. Thanks for the review.
Thank you very much. I am hoping to get back to doing more test rides after covid lockdown is fully lifted 🙂
All the low cg and light handling comments by experienced riders can be misleading to beginners who are looking at this as their first bike; it feels lighter when ridden, but for me a 180cm rider I can't flat foot it when doing zero speed handling and have to keep a wide stance when walking it, in those scenarios it feels twice as ponderous as a 125cc bike, even though on paper it isn't that much heavier. If you are a new rider and only intend to ride in cities, I would recommend a 125cc,150cc or an ultralight motorcycle like the cb300r, with those you can even pop the front wheel over curbs for quickie parking spots.
I left the UK 15 years ago for the Sun of Australia 🇦🇺
It still looks miserable 😩 but love the X Max 300
🤣😀 It's been gloomy, rainy, unpredictable weather as usual for the last two months !
@@InfusedBiker picking up today just waiting for Akrapovic exhaust. These reviews helped immensely.
Excellent, I hope you enjoy your machine
@@InfusedBiker 1000km review I’m still in ❤️🥇🇦🇺🥶 winter bring on the summer.
Best upgrade is the comfort seat, looks much better and feels 💯.
nice review, very informative. Your subscriber from the Philippines 🇵🇭🤗
Thank you so much Sir😁
Very nice scooter... Love it.. Thanks for the review.. Perfect
I’ve just put down the deposit for one of these. Exciting
Congratulations. I hope you have lots of fun and adventure on your bike.
Great review mate !
Thank you very much 😊
Further to my last reply, I’ve bought the Xmax and taking delivery next week ☺️
Congratulations. I hope you have lots of fun riding 😁
Yamaha and budget suspension, name a more iconic duo.
Kawasaki and hating track racing?
Harley Davidson and losing sales?
Honda and stupid business decisions?!
Honda forza suspension no better, as standard they are all guilty
subbed great review my friend all the best :)
Thank you very much. I really appreciate your support 🙂
It’ looks very fast for a scooter.
Thanks
Hi, nice review! I just bought Yamaha XMAX 300 and I wonder how you managed to attach your mobile without the mirrors because you changed to folding mirrors? Can you give me the link to your mobile holder? Maybe to the mirrors as well, I would like to check them out.
Thanks :)
This is why guys like this don’t grow their channels don’t talk or participate in the comments waste of space downvoted for that reason and it was a good video too
Nice scooter and very fast 😁
Thank you very much Sir, do subscribe and click like please.
Nice video, thanks for sharing,.
Are the folding mirror from yamaha?
No, they are aftermarket. If you do a Google search for “Yamaha XMax folding mirror bracket” then you should see some suppliers.😁
Thanks for the review. I am looking to buy one of these but how do you attach your phone. I cannot see on the video?
Hi, I am sorry I can’t give you the details as I had to attach three different mounts to make it work! It’s difficult to explain. And as I no longer have the scooter I can’t share a picture or video 😬
@@InfusedBiker Thanks for replying anyway. Cheers
Not the best scooter but for me it is the good choice than its other rival class.
Yes agree.
Which one is better in its price class? Or did you mean not best compared to the likes of Forza 750 and tmax 560? Then of course those extremely expensive scooters are better.
How did you add those mirrors. I think the stock mirrors are not good looking at all.
Are all xmax 300 scooters 5 miles over speead?
I am not sure if all the models are over optimistic with the speed readings! 😬
i own one, its a 2017 model, with 3000, miles on it, (5000km) i had it 4 days and 180 miles and it broke down! the shop has had it 3 weeks, they think its the fuel pump? Have ordered one but still no parts arrived from EU. its now entering week 4 and still nothing.
Pretty disappointed tbh as wanted to put serious miles on it and even do a Vlog on here every so many weeks if there was interest. But unfortunately as the bike shop have owned it more than me i cant do this. If anyone knows of any issues with the Xmax 300 then please do let me know.
I am really sorry to hear of the problems and hope it gets resolved. I searched the web to see if there are any similar reports but unfortunately none that I can see.
@@InfusedBiker ah cheers mate, i also did but came up a blank. Apparently the fuel pump was a problem on T Max and Xmax according to shop, but not heard this before. But my part is stuck in Brexit at ports, again apparently!
Did you purposely go slow for the first 1000 miles like Yamaha recommends for the break-in period? What are you thoughts on that?
Yes I kept within the recommended break-in guidelines. It still managed normal city riding speeds with ease.
@@InfusedBiker Thanks! What is the highest MPH that is "allowed" during this period, do you know? Also love the video, thanks for making it.
I can't remember off the top of my head but I think you have to keep it below 5000 revs (might have to check your owner's manual). So whatever speed you reach within the limit of the revs is ok. But when I bought it the dealer told me to be just sensible with revs for the break in period.
How does it do with a passenger? Enough power for the freeway, 70-80 mph?
Unfortunately I haven’t had the opportunity to carry a passenger for long distance tours. Only very short distance and I did not notice any negative handling issues. The passenger did not report any discomfort
@@InfusedBiker Thanks, that's good to know.
Hi mate were did you get the mirrors from cheers 🍻
m.ebay.co.uk/itm/For-YAMAHA-XMAX-300-400-125-250-Phone-GPS-Navigation-Plate-Bracket-Mirror-Set/223582933025?ul_ref=https%3A%2F%2Frover.ebay.com%2Frover%2F1%2F710-53481-19255-0%2F1%3Ftype%3D2&pub=5575403537&toolid=10001&campid=5338343596&item=223582933025&customid=vms%3Aeb%3Ap%3A223582933025%3BEAIaIQobChMIqYfa1YPp6wIVzOJ3Ch1e1w99EAQYDyABEgJ4IPD_BwE&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqYfa1YPp6wIVzOJ3Ch1e1w99EAQYDyABEgJ4IPD_BwE&srcrot=710-53481-19255-0&rvr_id=2600902186026&rvr_ts=8d5f294d1740a6e5b42550cfff2416da&_mwBanner=1&_rdt=1&ul_noapp=true&pageci=b13c13ba-e00c-4e05-82c7-3a2138041206
Do you get much wind buffeting from the screen - how does the screen compare to that of the Forza?
I had the 2014 Forza which had a tiny windscreen that didn't give any wind protection. On the X-Max I have the Givi windscreen fitted as I mentioned on the video. It provides better rain protection but with some buffeting.
@@InfusedBiker It'd be interesting to see what you make of the later Forza 300 - I have to say the early Forza just didn't appeal to me
Why do u ride in the gutter so far to the left. Take center position its safer
Question for you please, Could you comfortably stretch your legs with your feet higher up on the floor boards ? And how was your MPG ?
Hi, Yes because I have short legs I could easily push back to the seat and stretch my legs and feet. The MPG was around 75mpg average, sometimes lower or higher depending on riding style .
@@InfusedBiker Thank you very much for answering my questions 😊.
Would you Change The rear suspencion? I m considering Buying one but hesitating buying forza 300 because more comfort but Maybe The xmax with new suspencion would be perfect?
I haven't purely because of the extra expenses involved but I have seen some videos from Philippines / Thailand where they try all types of rear suspensions. I don't know how much improvement it would make though.
InfusedBiker would you go for xmax again of Try The Forza? I m going to test a secondhand xmax right now
@@naguidubois4469 I prefer the X-Max because it has a little bit more bhp and less overall weight than the Forza.
as i heard XMAX has ABS.
is it dual channel (front and back) ?
Yes as far as I am aware.
does it come with 2 keyless fobb's .or just 1?we only have 300cc here in aust. how does the 400 ccc compare ??
It came with two fobs with mine plus a red master key. I didn't actually get the chance to ride the 400cc but there is a weight hike so not sure if the extra capacity is cancelled out by the extra weight !
@@InfusedBiker yes as i thought 400 extra weight ,thank you for your input ..
What made you buy the xmax rather than a Honda forza 300 or Honda SH300?
I had a Forza 300 for a year and did not quite gel with it - there was nothing wrong with it. The SH300 doesn't have enough space under the seat.🙂
@@InfusedBiker I agree there is no room under the seat on the SH300 which is why I’m selling mine 😕
Im doing my manual 125cc CBT licence can I ride a xmax scooter on one?
www.gov.uk/motorcycle-cbt This link will give you some ideas on what you can ride.
28 hp 😉
what is ur TOP SPEED on ur XMAX 300 u have reached so far sir?
mine is 144 kph, hahahahaha
bit nervous no guts to accelarate more
cant take risk on the roads here in the philipiines, hahahaha
I managed to get to about 82 mph going against strong wind. 😃
@@InfusedBiker wow... that Fine sir
132 kPH going against strong winds
RIDE SAFE ALWAYS
GODBLESS sir
What is the acessory to put te mirrors in the front? Can you Help?
Nice review!
Thank you. m.ebay.co.uk/itm/For-YAMAHA-XMAX-300-400-125-250-Phone-GPS-Navigation-Plate-Bracket-Mirror-Set/223582933025?ul_ref=rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?type=2&pub=5575403537&toolid=10001&campid=5338343596&item=223582933025&customid=vms%3Aeb%3Ap%3A223582933025%3BEAIaIQobChMIqYfa1YPp6wIVzOJ3Ch1e1w99EAQYDyABEgJ4IPD_BwE&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqYfa1YPp6wIVzOJ3Ch1e1w99EAQYDyABEgJ4IPD_BwE&srcrot=710-53481-19255-0&rvr_id=2600902186026&rvr_ts=8d5f294d1740a6e5b42550cfff2416da&_mwBanner=1&_rdt=1&ul_noapp=true&pageci=b13c13ba-e00c-4e05-82c7-3a2138041206
@@InfusedBiker thanks
Works ok? No vibrations?
This is very interesting. This is standard position on the Honda Forza 300 where I've seen riders fold the mirrors in when filtering. Like to wait a few more years for the price to come down in the used market before I replace my Suzuki Burgman 400.