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Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS - [2004]
This edition of the Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS is the 1 speed | CVT version and was first brought out in 2004. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Matte Black Limited Edition and the 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC.This particular Yamaha XP 500 has a 499cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Single-Cylinder Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Electronic Fuel Injection.
An alternative Single-Cylinder engine, Scooter style motorbike includes the Honda AF24 Giorno - [2015]
The 2004 XP 500 shares its Single-Cylinder engine and Scooter style configuration with the likes of the 2015 Honda AF24 Giorno and the 2016 Suzuki Raider 150 - Satria F150. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the XP 500's Scooter style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2015 Honda AF24 Giorno | 2015cc.2016 Suzuki Raider 150 - Satria F150 | 2016cc.
Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS in the same weight category as the 2024 Honda CBR 650 R or the 2024 Kawasaki Z7 Hybrid, give or take 50kg.
The 2004 Yamaha XP 500 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha WR 250 F - [2025]
In terms of power the 499cc 8 valve Single-Cylinder 2 cylinder engine produces 40 bhp (29 kW) @ 7000 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm] or the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [57.8 bhp (43 kW) @ 6750 rpm].
The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 33.7 lb-ft (45.6 Nm) @ 5500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [50.9 lb-ft (69.0 Nm) @ 4750 rpm] and the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [47.2 lb-ft (63.9 Nm) @ 8100 rpm].
If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha XP 500 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.
The 2014 Honda NC 750 D Integra has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2004 Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS.
The 2004 Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS has a Power to weight ratio of 184.3 bhp per ton and 155.2 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2004 XP 500 competing with the 2014 Honda NC 750 D Integra [209.3 bhp\ton] and the 2017 Honda NC 750 D Integra [209.3 bhp\ton].
If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha XP 500 generating around 155.2 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1980 Yamaha XS 850 SG Special [180.1 lb-ft per ton] and the 1978 Yamaha XS 850 G [180.1 lb-ft per ton].
With a 0-60mph time of 20.1 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 20.5 secs, this makes the Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS similar in acceleration to the 2007 Yamaha XP 500 T-Max Moto GP Replica (20.1 secs) and the 2006 Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS (20.1 secs). This Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).
Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2004 Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS and the 2018 Honda MSX 125 RR Repsol Replica
When talking about the performance of the 2004 Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 0 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2018 Honda MSX 125 RR Repsol Replica (0 secs) and the 1992 Yamaha TZR 125 SP Belgarda (0 secs).
The 2004 version of the Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS has a maximum speed of 100mph.
Top Speed of the 2004 XP 500 equals the 2021 Honda CBR 250 RR
If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2004 Yamaha XP 500 T-Max ABS then how about a 2021 Honda CBR 250 RR (111 mph) and the 2021 Honda CBR 250 RR SP Quick Shifter Special Ed (111 mph).
Suzuki GV 1200 GLF Madura
Engine Capacity: 1165 cc
Top Speed: 135 mph
Quarter Mile: 11.7 secs @ 117 mph
