Inspired by the iconic TMAX that has owned the maxi scooter segment for over 15 years, Yamaha’s hugely successful MAX sport scooters are the definitive models in the premium sector. Offering truly dynamic performance together with class-leading quality and fashionable Euro-centric style, every model in the MAX line is designed to exceed our customers’ expectations – every time.
This special MAX formula – that uniquely blends advanced Yamaha technology with European design flair – has proved to be a major success with a wide range of riders. MAX family models ranging from 125cc through to 530cc account for over half of Yamaha scooter sales within this important and prestigious segment, and the MAX name continues to set the standards in terms of style, quality, technology, versatility and performance.
Every model wearing the famous MAX logo has a lot to live up to. Ever since it made its debut in the European market in spring 2013, the original X-MAX 400 has established an enviable reputation as one of the most stylish, capable and functional long distance commuters – as well as being a supremely comfortable and hugely enjoyable sport scooter for weekend getaways.
Yamaha’s key design goals were to create a new X-MAX 400 that provides even higher levels of comfort for the rider and passenger – and the higher overall specification and cutting edge design on the new model further reinforces its position as a premium quality scooter with a strong TMAX heritage. And for improved practicality, the 2018 model comes equipped with a range new features that are aimed at making every journey easier and more enjoyable.
Yamaha have improved the performance of the 2018 model in many areas, and every rider who has ever owned a MAX family scooter is going to love the way the new X-MAX 400 runs, handles, feels and looks.
The X-MAX 400’s dynamic new design is inspired by the highly successful new X-MAX 300, and it is abundantly clear that pure MAX DNA has shaped virtually every feature on this premium sport scooter. The beautifully sculpted bodywork – with its instantly recognizable twin headlight face – projects a distinctive and authoritative image, and the iconic ‘boomerang’ bodywork reaffirms this scooter’s strong MAX heritage.
With its unique and special combination of a lightweight and compact body together with a powerful 400cc engine and sophisticated rider-assist technology, the X-MAX 400 brings an ideal balance of style, performance and functionality to the sport scooter segment.
Monday to Friday there’s no better way to get into the city. And when it’s time to relax, the X-MAX 400’s high comfort combined with strong engine and chassis performance enable you to make the very most of your precious leisure time.
Driven by a powerful and economical 400cc engine, the X-MAX 400 is the clear choice for those commuters whose journey to work includes an element of relatively fast riding on the highway. The technologically advanced 400cc 4-stroke liquid-cooled power plant produces high levels of torque for strong roll-on acceleration, making it easier and quicker to pass moving vehicles.
These high levels of performance give the X-MAX 400 rider added confidence on busy highways, and the fast cruising speeds achieved by the 400cc single cylinder liquid-cooled DOHC engine help to make light work of longer rides from the suburbs into the city.
Thanks to the sophisticated Yamaha engine technology and state-of-the-art fuel injection system, X-MAX 400 riders can also be sure that this premium scooter is one of the most economical and reliable models in the class – and being EU4 compliant, emissions are minimized.
The X-MAX 400 has been developed to give every commuter the opportunity to enjoy the very latest technology that Yamaha has to offer, and to reinforce its distinctive MAX styling the new model features LED lighting. The powerful twin LED headlights and guide lights project a strong beam that enables the rider not only to see, but also to be seen – while the sleek LED tail light also features a guide light.
One of the significant attributes of the best-selling MAX range is their sporty, motorcycle-style handling performance. For easy steering with agile handling and exceptional riding comfort – even when riding with a passenger on bumpy surfaces – the X-MAX 400 is equipped with new motorcycle style telescopic front forks. The X-MAX 400 is designed to be ridden and enjoyed seven days a week – and in order to give every rider the highest levels of safety and controllability in varying surface conditions, the new model features a Traction Control System (TCS) as standard equipment.
Every rider lives a different lifestyle, and so to cater for each individual X-MAX 400 owner’s needs and desires Yamaha have developed a wide range of Genuine parts and accessories that cover both Sport and also Touring oriented customers. With everything from a sport screen and exhaust systems through to top-cases, luggage and a comfort seat, it’s easy to ‘make it yours’.
