2009 Yamaha Tmax 500, The TMax scooter is among the increasing numbers of larger displacement bikes that are blurring the boundaries between scooter and motorcycle. Power comes form an automatic fuel-injected, liquid-cooled, four valve per cylinder, high-compression parallel-Twin engine displacing 499cc and featuring a counter balancer for smooth running. The frame is die-cast aluminum for light weight, while the racy styling features include an upswept exhaust and swoopy plastic. A continuously variable transmission optimizes power delivery and means no shifting required. Fifteen-inch wheels are used front and rear, with dual front discs proving aggressive stopping power. Year 2009 Manufacturer Yamaha Model Name TMAX Trim Name Base Revision Status New Engine Standard Engine Type Parallel Twin Cylinders 2 Engine Stroke 4-Stroke Cooling Liquid Valves Per Cylinder 4 Valve Configuration DOHC Bore (mm)66 Stroke (mm)73 Displacement (cc)499 Compression Ratio 11.0:1 Starter Electric Emissions Standards Standard Emissions Carburetion Standard Carburetion Type Fuel Injected Transmission Standard Transmission Type Continuously Variable (CVT) Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)Belt Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission) Belt Reverse No Length (in)86.4 Length (mm)2194.6 Width (in)30.5 Width (mm)774.7 Height (in)56.9 Wheelbase (in)62.2 Ground Clearance (in)4.9 Fuel Capacity (gal)4 Body Material Plastic Front Suspension Standard Front Suspension Type Telescopic Fork Rear Suspension Standard Rear Suspension Type Twin Sided Swing Arm Front Tire (Full Spec)120/70 R15 Rear Tire (Full Spec)160/60 R15 Brakes Standard Front Brake Type Dual Hydraulic Disc Front Caliper Pistons 4 Rear Brake Type Hydraulic Disc Seat Height (in)31.5 Seat Height (mm)119.2 Number Of Seats 2 Seat Backrest Standard $4,800.00
