2008 - 2009 Yamaha XP 500 T-Max

Make Model	Yamaha XP 500 T-Max
Year	2008 - 09
Engine	Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity	499 cc / 30.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	66 x 73 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	10.9:1
Lubrication	Semi-dry-sump
Induction	Mikuni 34 mm throttle body Electronic Fuel Injection
Ignition	TCI
Starting	Electric
Max Power	33.5 kW / 45. hp @ 6750 rpm
Max Torque	52.3 Nm / 38.6 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multiple-disc automatic
Transmission	Fully automatic CVT
Final Drive	V-Belt
Frame	Aluminium, Backbone frame
Front Suspension	43mm Telescopic forks
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension	Swingarm - single shock
Rear Wheel Travel	116 mm / 4.6 in
Front Brakes	2x 267 discs
Rear Brakes	Single 267 disc
ABS	Optional
Front Tyre	120/70-15
Rear Tyre	160/60-15
Dimensions	Length 2195 mm mm / 86.6 in Width 775 mm / 30.5 in Height 1445 mm / 55.9 or 58.1 in
Ground Clearance	125 mm / 4.9 in
Wheelbase	1580 mm / 62.2 in
Maximum Load	197kg / 434 lbs
Seat Height	800 mm / 31.5 in
Dry Weight	203 kg / 447.5 lbs - ABS 208 kg / 458.5 lbs
Wet Weight	218 kg / 481 lbs
Fuel Capacity	15 Litters / 3.9 US gal

The new T-Max is a pure expression of power and beauty, perfectly balanced. Every new feature speaks the language of performance and comfort, to give you an unique riding experience.
What’s big on the new T-Max? The front wheel, to start with , has been increased to 15”and the front forks are larger in diameter, both providing improved stability. Furthermore, the fuel tank has been enlarged to 15 liters ’ capacity.

The new T-Max also provides more comfort, thanks to a new seat shape, new passenger handgrips, and a newly designed windscreen for better protection. Bigger the pleasure for your ears, thanks to a newly designed muffler that provides a sporty attitude. Then there are new front and rear body design, a new instrument panel and an additional storage compartment. You might now think - with so many additions - the new T-Max has put on some weight, right? Wrong! Thanks to its all-new CF die-cast aluminium frame, it is now 5 kg lighter!
Surprised? Just wait to ride it! You’ll experience that the improved torque performance from the 4 valve, 499cc fuel injected engine is the best way to accelerate adrenaline into your system. The new T-Max will take you around the city, or to any other faraway destination with great comfort, fun and endless enthusiasm.

Features

Radical new sports styling, with strong lined bodywork
All-new die-cast aluminium frame
New front and rear look
15-inch front wheel and wider diameter front forks
Double disc front brake (267 mm) and rear disc brake (276mm)
Larger volume fuel tank (15 litre)
New muffler design adds to sporty, sleek look
New design meter panel
Top comfort from re-profiled seat
Impressive weight reduction of 5kg
Changed fuel injection system: improved torque in the mid to low speed range, excellent passing acceleration performance.