At the heart of the 2020 Yamaha NMAX 125 scooter motorcycle, Yamaha pairs a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 12.1 HP (8.8 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 11.7 Nm (8.6 lb-ft) at 7,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 96.8 HP per liter and a 250 rpm working window between peak torque (7,250 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the NMAX 125 measures 127 kg (280 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (10.5 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 765 mm (30.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,350 mm (53.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6.6-liter (1.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2019 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
96.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (10.5 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,250–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
765 mm (30.1 in)
Engine
Displacement125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power12.1 HP (8.8 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.6 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM
Compression11.2:1
Bore x Stroke52.0 x 58.7 mm (2.0 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. EFI
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTCI
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
DrivelineV-Belt Automatic
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel100 mm (3.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionUnit Swing, monoshock
Rear Travel90 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground Clearance135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/70-13
Rear Tyre130/70-13
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. ABS.
Front Brake Ø230 mm (9.1 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS.
Rear Brake Ø230 mm (9.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.127.0 kg (280.0 pounds)
Seat Height765 mm (30.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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