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The new Yamaha Tmax 2012 was presented at the EICMA 2011 and by the technical characteristics and revealed what one senses that the Yamaha is not just a facelift, but a real revolution. After we wondered how long would the new version of the T-Max, and having looked through the spy photos, we were finally able to provide a comprehensive overview on the jewel of the house of Iwata. The guidelines followed by the Japanese in the development of its giant ones are always combine the convenience and portability of scooters to the sensations of speed and power of motorcycles.
Lifted the veil, the T-Max 2012 is shown to be renewed in the aesthetic, even more aggressive, with sharp lines that strongly characterize the front, both in mechanical engineering.
Engine
The engine of the Yamaha T-Max 2012 is an 8-cylinder in-line valves, equipped with electronic fuel injection, with capacity rising from 500 to 530cc. Capable of developing at 6,750 rpm 46cv sees increase the maximum torque of 10%. Couple that will be available in speeds lower than the previous version, providing a better response at low and mid range, to the benefit of sport and comfort.
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Transmission
The T-Max 2012 leaves the double chain drive system in favor of a more practical system kevlar belt. The transmission will be more straightforward way, to the benefit of ride comfort and regularity in consumption.
Dimensions
Despite the modern look, with lines much decided that it streamline its impressive size of the T-Max 2012, 2200 mm long and 775 mm wide, remind us of having a maxi-scooter source for almost 200kg in weight .
Design The Yamaha T-Max 2012 introduces a new design especially in the front with a new light position, polygonal, resembling a diamond, sandwiched between the two ellipsoid headlights with projectors. Laterally with respect to them popping forms angular arrows that are connected well with the rest of the muzzle. Too bad for the front mirror, a little ‘too traditional and perhaps anonymous to the rest of the line. At the rear, to remember the racing vocation of the medium, we find the LED lights of the Yamaha YZF-R1.
The two-dial instrumentation, which is also clear in its polygonal shapes, combines elements from analog to a digital monitor. It appears complete and very sporty due to red backlighting.
Suspension and brakes As for the suspension and braking system, the T-Max 2012 features a double-cast aluminum swingarm and monoshock at the rear. In front are, however, a traditional fork. Larger brakes: one at the rear 282mm disc, while the two are 267mm front discs with 4 piston calipers. New 5-spoke wheels of 15 inches, lighter. Total weight of just under 200 kg dry.
Are not yet available official data on consumption.
Pricing and colors
The price for the Yamaha T-Max 2012, virtually unchanged from the previous version, is still greater than that of most of its direct competitors, the Xciting Kimko The Honda SW-T 600, the Gilera Nexus 500 and Malaguti Spidermax 500. The two versions will be available with and without ABS, respectively, for a price of 10,790 and 10,290 euros. Four colors: Grey Sonic, High Tech Silver, Midnight Black and White Competition.
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