The 2011 Yamaha T-Max takes on three other big-bore scoots in MotoUSA’s first ever Mega-Scooter Shootout. Check out the full story in our 2011 MotoUSA Maxi Scooter Shootout.
The 2011 Yamaha T-Max was far and away the best scoot we tested in our lineup.
The 499cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine in the T-Max produced some of the best acceleration while the brakes provided the best stopping distance.
A rigid chassis and beefed-up suspension provide a motorcycle feel to the T-Max, giving it superb handling and cornering ability.
Whether you're on the freeway or carving canyons, the 2011 Yamaha T-Max is comfortable in a variety of settings.
2011 Maxi Scooter Shootout
“The engine is peppy, and although not as strong as the Burgman, it more than makes up for the lower power output with great handling." - Justin Dawes
A controlled-fill die-cast aluminum frame makes up the main structure of the chassis in the T-Max.
Fuel-injection and forged pistons are just some of the details that helped the T-Max dominate the performance category.
2011 Yamaha T-Max
2011 Yamaha T-Max
"The T-Max proved itself to be very versatile and easily out performed all the other scooters in the variety of environments and riding conditions we tested in -- the T-Max is the only one with a ‘motorcycle’ feeling to it and it shows.” - Jen Ross
2011 Yamaha T-Max
The sleek styling of the T-Max gives it the look of what Yamaha calls a ‘Super Sport Scooter’.
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