Had a ride of Crescents 560 demo and having ridden the 530 previously couldn't tell the difference so bought a slightly used 530 DX and saved 5k, i'll look forward to see what you think.
I owned one of these for 2 years (a better looking 2016 model) and can confirm that they are probably the best and quickest off the mark scooters money can buy. Its engine is mounted low and up front in a motorcycle style and gives it motorcycle style handling once you get used to the smaller wheels and late tip in points on fast bends It handled two up riding very easily and my wife and I used it extensively on the continent to visit cities, it being transported in a trailer at the rear of a motorhome. Easy to ride, powerful enough and the underseat storage a real bonus to lock away bike jackets Had some Muppet not have knocked us off it in Spain, totalled the scooter and gave my wife an extensive leg injury we would probably still have it.... It suited our lifestyle perfectly but I always hankered after another large capacity bike for us to do more touring on and rekindle our earlier biking days. Never felt right having my feet forward and not being able to grip a tank with my knees. Whilst agile, stylish and sounding like a giant Flymo it was a scooter after all and is totally out of place back here in Britain I'm afraid. Great for cafe hopping in Tuscany and parking up for the day in Alicante but not for long days out on the busy A roads of the UK. Just my opinion of course.... Having bagged the cash from the right off the money was laid down in a BMW Motorrad dealership and I rode away on a new R1250 GS Exclusive. A far different bike and a new chapter in our lives If you're looking at a scooter for commuting every day and you want to push on in city traffic then this is definitely the pair of wheels for you. Its very well made, cheap to insure and service and is the best in its class. It will do three figures with a pillion and cruise at 75 all day but above that I would be weary as I suffered a bit with turbulence when passing LGVs.
I've been a motorcyclist all my life but over recent years have ridden scooters, mostly 300 cc's. They're ridden for a different reason from a bike and have to say that now I'm in my mid 50's the ease of riding plus other factors puts a huge grin on my face. I'd love a T Max as see it as the Rolls Royce of scooters but sadly finances don't allow the purchase. Great review but now we have an even newer T Max to consider
I'm interested in one of these I got the 2 fastest scooters gilera gp 800 and a aprilia srv 850. But quite fancy a newer technology scooter with the modern cons. Did have the new honda forza 300 what was ok but had more fun on the older shape forza 300. Could put my feet right up under. Has this got good leg room
Great comments. I'm also a former TMax owner who now has a GS plus some other bikes. I loved it, though too much weight on my cocix made it uncomfortable over longer distances. I'd also agree that it isn't so stable at higher speeds and with passing trucks. A 2.5 hr trip to Abergavenny highlighted that.
They are great scoots, smooth and sophisticated for a scooter. Good performance, smooth engine & great sporty handling for a scooter. Luggage space and great brakes. Downside is not so great fuel economy and difficult access for anything other than minor services. Ooh, bit pricey too..
I haven't ridden the TMax but I do own a 2009 Suzuki Burgman 650 AN Executive (which as far as I can determine is no longer available - at least in Australia). As you recognise with the Yammie these maxi scooters are designed for and well suited to touring although they can handle the daily commute. I consider the Suzuki the benchmark of maxi scooters. The engine responds well to all situations so the bike can keep up with the sports bike and cruisers on the open road at 110km/h (the national speed limit in Australia). The one feature that I like is the electrically adjustable screen - when I coming into town or riding around town I can lower screen while riding and then raise it once I'm out on the open road again. The Yammie appears to have plenty of storage but I always feel a top box is a good addition. Thanks for the review - enjoy your ride.
I own a 2012 PCX150 and love it. I'm considering adding a TMAX 530 for freeway use and longer rides. I've just bought an ST1300 - without a test ride - but will be taking it back/or selling privately after one day and 5km, it's just too big and heavy, one shouldn't be filled with fear every time one goes out on a ride.
I know what you mean I own a triumph trophy 1200 and it's super heavy ....I'll have to sell it oneday when I start struggling with it All the best mark
I don't get the complaining guys? Yes it is 10k. It is comfortable and...wait for the magic phrase.... TWIST AND GO. I don't think you realise the luxury of not needing to think about gears. Like the guy said very fun and powerful. If you want a different bike spend your 10k there instead of knocking this for its price! Trust me, twist and go. Try it and youl never go back. Coming from someone who used to ride a KTM and then a BMW GS
I agree. I’m an Australian who happens to live and work in Bali Indonesia. I have 3 x Ducati’s, a S1000XR, a Yamaha Aerox and soon to be a Honda 250 Forza. I speak for myself when I say that I thoroughly enjoy the twist and go bikes. Love em...I really enjoyed watching this review... I’m thinking of buying one. Cheers for the upload mate
I haven’t stopped looking at them, and will pick a nice blue dx . I have a tracer, coming on 40,000, and it’s never missed a beat. Waiting until I get my hut, and then hunting for a nice one. But how come these bike , on say a 19 plate, have only ridden , like a couple of hundred miles. What’s the point of owning one. Lastly, will the tmax do high mileage. Just thought I’d ask this.?
Ouch thats a lot of money... Not my cup of tea but i guess the yobs in London will love them for 2 up skull duggery. Nice review thanks Mark and i hope you are keeping well Sir!
Glad you have been showing an interest in scooters Mark! So many people who ride a geared bike dismiss this format of two wheels and don't see their advantages. I own a 2018 Honda Forza 300 maxi scooter and also a Honda CBF 600 SA motorcycle. I have always been interested in the T-max but their prices put me off and not prepared to pay £5k even for a 10 year old one with 20k miles on it. Here in London I see young guys riding these like they had stolen it (they probably did!) and these bikes are super quick around the town nothing much beats it and is a nimble and quick off the mark. My Forza 300 is nippy and agile and for £5k brand new it made sense to me and it returns 74 mpg in London which is pretty good. The T-max lacks space under the seat and looks odd with a top box which is again where the Forza 300 wins I believe. T-max wins on coolness though in my opinion! I still like to ride a geared bike and love learning about counter steering and clutch control etc on my other motorcycle. Scooters are great of day to day all year round commuting though. Anyway hope you enjoyed the ride / review.
Thanks Aaron ,yes I like the forzas,had a quick go on the 125 a couple of years ago and was very impressed with it being able to do 70 mph ,I think it has about 15 hp ,yes I love big scooters they make alot if sense , thanks Mark
I am probably the same as most riders on here, the price of the tmax, is a bit expensive. I hired a 125cc in Spain last year, and this is what’s put me in mood for a twist n go. RU-vid is brilliant for a guidance, but were are spoiled for choice. The scooter I want, will be for twos up, and there not one clip showing pillion on most scooters, and was wandering if a burgman 400 would be sufficient for my needs. I am 15 stone, partner 9 st. It’s a second bike for us, as I have a tracer mt09 clocking 40,000, and never misses a note. This will be my first scooter, so I want to pick the proper one for city, and mostly touring. Please advise. Cheers billy.
I have a Honda Forza 300cc scooter but have often admired the Yamaha scooters. With the release of the Honda Forza 750 cc today, I will be interested in your comparisons and reviews of this scooter. Kind regards. John.
where can I check your stylish looking good gloves? seems cold out there? but I love ur gloves :) Great reviews! I've been wanting that bike! Yamaha brand still the best for me even for Atv's :)
Hi Mark thanks for the excellent review as usual. I'm thinking about buying a used one and I wondered if you could offer any thoughts on the suitability of the suspension for the heavier rider - I'm 96kg in all my winter gear. I appreciate it's 4 year since your review. I currently have a Honda Forza 350 which is doing my back in with the inadequate suspension and bad condition of the uk roads.
Hi yes if you want a scooter with motorcycle handling this is definitely the one to get ...it has a conventional swing arm and preload if I'm correct so yes would be fine for you ...money no object this is the scooter I'd always choose Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 Mark just to let you know I bought a 2017 DX version based on your review and I agree with everything you said, having owned it for a month. As I previously had cruise control, heated grips and seat 2 years back on my BMW R1200RT, I missed these accessories, until now! My scooter had 12500 on clock but was in excellent condition with no rust whatsoever. Less than half price compared to a new '24 model. Although the CVT belt and pulleys usually need changing every 12500, in my case there was a Yamaha recall and changed at 4,700 miles, so not due yet.
Which is more comfortable between the burgman 400 or this tmax to ride all day not for the looks just the comfort of riding and sit all day on the seat what would you choose from?
Hi I owned a burgman 400 a while ago it's definitely all day comfortable ...the tmax is comfortable too but a more sporty ride ....so burgman wins on the comfort stakes Cheers mark
Thanks for answering, I have a burgman at the moment for a couple of years now thinking to buy the tmax but scary for the regrets maybe later of the comfort don’t know if the tmax will give a pain in the ass of riding it all day the burgman is all day riding with no problems , thanks for the replay mate
Honestly, I like the T-Max but.... I wonder if it would give me the same or enough satisfaction when I could get a MT-07 for less or an MT-09 for practically the same price?
Have ridden both and owned an older TMax. It's totally different. Not as fast or quite as much fun, but maybe more satisfying and a better all round piece of transport.
700 miles in a day that's a long way ? You'll need the most comfortable bike you can find with a very relaxing engine you could do it on a tmax Best regards mark
monck55 suzuki burgman 400. One cilydar. Tmax have 2. And much much better and smooth engine. Best scooter in world from 2001-2020. I had t max 500 2006, and t max 2010, and ill looking to buy t max 560 in june
Hi Mark. I just got news 2021 tech max is long gone and a place is selling a 2019 one for 7k (gotta drag it into the Republic of Ireland so some steep vrt and vat. Not my 2021 560 but its a good move from x max 400?
@@markpulling12 actually just found a 2019 Dx for 9.4k in Dublin and think it's a good move will be going from a 2019 x max to 2018 t max but I'll probably have that for 5 to 6 years before I see what's available to upgrade. Have to go backwards to go forwards 😂
£10,000!?!? and for the base model too. Jeez, I had no idea how much one of these would cost but I made a guess before you said the price and I thought maybe 5 or 6 grand tops. I would imagine these are very much a target for thieves as well.
@@applecorp Tracer is a crappy tourer. Xmax is a maxi scooter. Different market/categories you can't just compare them because of the price it doesn't make sense.
I got to 1:45 mins heard “£10.5k” and switched off, no reflexion on the video Mark as I love your reviews but £10.5k for a 500cc anything is ridiculous.
You can't think of it his by its Cc's alone..it's a better touring option than a 1600 BMW, a lot more nimble, great in town and 100mph down the autobahn is dispatched with ease like 30mph is round town ..I can ride mine for as long as I can stay awake.it handles like a big bike totally planted and at 10.5k it's 5k less than many big tourers and that's the way to look at it
daniel gregory Yes I agree some good points, can you tour two up with luggage as per 1600 BMW ? £11.5K for all bells and whistles, you can buy a Kawasaki 650 Versys with all bells and whistles and put £3k back in your pocket. They have there place definitely and I would commute on one if I needed to rather than a car but I think you get more motorbike for your money in comparison. Under seat storage is a very useful advantage over bikes. Maybe the 300/400 cc scooters are better value ?
@@SteveW67 I guess it's what you want from your bike..I have toured 2 up but need to add a big too box although side cases which are available for this model though not the earlier ones to tend to make the bike feel a little odd cos they are mounted higher..I rode big bikes all my life but driving for work meant I ended up with a spine problem and can't ride a normal bike and need feet forwards.since I'm not a lover of custom bikes I took a test on a T max and feel ive missed out for years discounting them as ride to work tools and in this capacity id buy a car but as an all rounder you would need 3 bikes to do what this thing does..but then I don't have a choice but as an example from 50 to 80 mph its as quick as any bike I've owned regardless of capacity which makes it a real tool at real world speeds!
Or just get a Yamaha XMAX 300. Only 6,200 USD, 75 mpg, 3.4 gal tank, 250+ mile range. 395 lbs. 0-60 7.2 secs, top speed about 90 mph. Plenty of room under the seat for two full helmets and a jacket. Real handy about town for shopping and great for commuting. Very comfortable for me at 5'7".
I have a Yamaha XMAX 300. Only 6,200 USD, 75 mpg, 3.4 gal tank, 250+ mile range. 395 lbs. Low center of gravity, very fun to ride. 0-60 7.2 secs, top speed about 90 mph. 5-position preload adjustment for the rear shocks. Plenty of room under the seat for two full helmets and a jacket. Seat is very comfortable for both the rider and the pillion. Real handy about town for shopping and great for commuting. Very comfortable for me at 5'7". Hard and soft luggage available. Great for about town 30 mph to 75 mph.
