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Yamaha
NMAX 125

Name: Yamaha NMAX 125
Brand: Yamaha
SKU: CBTBIKE-YAMAHA-NMAX-125
Price: 3605 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (50 reviews)

The sport-scooter alternative to the PCX.

Power

12.2 bhp

Weight

131kg

Top Speed

65 mph

From New

£3,605

Profile silhouette

13" front and rear · seat 765 mm

Colour palette

Sword Grey
Power Black
Milky White

Range & economy

Tank7.1 litres

Economy120 mpg

Realistic range~187 mi

Annual fuel @ 4,000 mi: ~£220

The NMAX brings genuine MAX-family styling to the 125 class with traction control as standard — unheard of at this price. The 2024 update added a connected TFT dash.

Who it's for

Riders who want a scooter but care about how it looks. Strong courier choice with the security upgrades worth fitting.

Pros

Traction control as standard
Smart-key ignition
MAX family styling
Y-Connect smartphone integration

Cons

Marginally less storage than PCX
Slightly thirstier than PCX in stop-start traffic

Suitability

commuter

9/10

sport

4/10

comfort

8/10

value

7/10

style

6/10

Full Specifications

Engine: Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve, liquid-cooled, Blue Core
Displacement: 125cc
Power: 12.2 bhp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque: 8.3 lb-ft @ 6,000 rpm
Top speed: 65 mph
Fuel economy: 120 mpg
Fuel capacity: 7.1 litres
Weight: 131 kg (wet)
Seat height: 765 mm
Transmission: CVT automatic
ABS: Front-only ABS + Traction Control

Brakes: Front: 230mm disc. Rear: 230mm disc.
Suspension: Front: telescopic. Rear: twin shocks.
Wheels & tyres: 13" front and rear
Service interval: 6,000 miles / 12 months
Warranty: 2 years unlimited mileage
Insurance group: Group 9
Available colours: Sword Grey, Power Black, Milky White
Price new: £3,605
Price used: £2,400 – £3,000
CBT legal?: Yes
Keepable post-licence?: No — learners only

True cost of owning a NMAX 125

Estimates for a 25-year-old with one year of CBT licence holding, riding 4,000 miles a year in Zone 2 London. Adjust for your own circumstances.

insurance

£465 / year (third-party fire & theft, 25 yr old, London)

tax

£25 / year (motorcycles ≤150cc)

mot

£29.65 / year (compulsory from year 3)

fuel

~£220 / year at 4,000 mi (£1.45/L)

service

~£165 / minor service

Day-one essentials

ECE 22.06 full-face helmet

£120 – £400

CE Level 2 armoured jacket

£150 – £350

Disc lock + reminder cable

£35 – £75

Sold Secure Gold chain + ground anchor

£90 – £180

47L top-box + mounting kit

£75 – £160

All-weather cover + bike socks

£30 – £80

Best for

Courier work
Urban commuting
Riders who want sport-scooter styling

Insider trivia

— First 125 scooter sold in Europe with traction control as standard.
— Y-Connect app shows trip data, fuel logs, and parking location.
— Updated styling for 2024 model year.

Owner FAQs

Can I ride the NMAX 125 on a CBT?: Yes — the Yamaha NMAX 125 is fully CBT-legal in the UK. With L-plates and a valid DL196 you can ride it for two years before progressing to A1, A2, or full A.
What licence do I need to take L-plates off the NMAX 125?: You need an A1 (17+), A2 (19+) or full A (24+) licence and Module 1 / 2 pass — this 125 itself is restricted to learners.
Is the NMAX 125 reliable?: Yamaha has a 2 years unlimited mileage warranty on the NMAX 125. First 125 scooter sold in Europe with traction control as standard.
What is the real-world range?: Claimed economy is 120 mpg and the tank is 7.1 litres, giving a theoretical range of 187 miles. Real-world budget around 80% of that.
What insurance group is the NMAX 125?: Group 9. As a rough guide, a 25-year-old in zone 2 London with no claims pays around £465 per year third-party fire & theft.
Is the NMAX 125 good for delivery / courier work?: Yes — twist-and-go, low running costs and underseat storage make it a strong courier pick. Add a top-box and a £20/yr commercial-use endorsement.