The Yamaha NMAX 155 starts at ₱155,900 SRP in the Philippines, with the Techmax at ₱175,900. It is a 155cc automatic maxi-scooter built for comfort and distance — a low 770 mm seat, a 7.1-litre tank that is among the largest in its class, and VVA giving usable power across the range. It is the scooter to buy if you ride far rather than fast. Renting one costs ₱950 a day.
Yamaha NMAX price in the Philippines
| Variant | SRP | What it adds |
|---|---|---|
| NMAX Standard | ₱155,900 | Core model |
| NMAX Techmax | ₱175,900 | Dual-channel ABS, dual-screen display, comfort upgrades |
| Rent one instead | ₱950 per day | At Rent2Ride Manila, Makati |
Verified 3 August 2026. The NMAX is the most expensive 155cc scooter in this comparison — ₱30,000 above an Aerox and ₱47,000 above a Click 160 — and that positioning is deliberate. It is sold as the grown-up option.
Yamaha NMAX 155 specifications
| Engine | 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, VVA |
|---|---|
| Power | Around 15 hp |
| Torque | 14.2 Nm |
| Transmission | Automatic CVT — no clutch, no gears |
| Seat height | 770 mm |
| Kerb weight | 131 kg |
| Fuel tank | 7.1 litres |
| Ground clearance | 125 mm |
| Seats | 2 (rider and one passenger) |
The number that separates the NMAX from its rivals is the 7.1-litre fuel tank. An Aerox and a Click 160 both carry 5.5 litres. That 1.6-litre difference is nearly 30% more range, and on a provincial ride it is the difference between one fuel stop and two.
VVA — Variable Valve Actuation — is Yamaha’s system for switching valve timing as revs rise, giving decent low-end pull without sacrificing top-end. In practice it means the NMAX feels flexible rather than peaky: it pulls cleanly from low speed in traffic and still has something left at highway pace.
A note on the weight figure. You will find the NMAX quoted at both 131 kg and 135 kg depending on the source. We use 131 kg, from Yamaha’s specification listing, rather than the figure on some comparison pages. If another site tells you 135 kg, that is why the numbers differ.
Standard or Techmax?
The ₱20,000 step buys dual-channel ABS, a customisable dual-screen display, and comfort upgrades.
ABS is the one that matters. On wet Philippine roads — painted markings, steel plates, diesel-slicked junctions — a locked front wheel is how minor moments become crashes, and it is not something you can retrofit sensibly. Dual-channel means both wheels, not just the front.
The display and trim are pleasant but not reasons in themselves. If the budget is tight, buy the Standard and spend the difference on a good helmet and proper riding gear. If it stretches, the ABS is worth having.
NMAX versus Aerox: the comparison everyone makes
These two are Yamaha’s own siblings and the most cross-shopped pair in the class. They share displacement and very little else in character:
| NMAX 155 | Aerox 155 | |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 770 mm | 790 mm |
| Kerb weight | 131 kg | 130 kg |
| Fuel tank | 7.1 L | 5.5 L |
| SRP from | ₱155,900 | ₱125,900 |
| Rental | ₱950/day | ₱750/day |
| Character | Comfort, distance | Sporty, firm |
Practically identical weight, ₱30,000 apart. The NMAX gives you a 20 mm lower seat, a 29% bigger tank, softer suspension and a more relaxed riding position. The Aerox gives you sharper handling, firmer damping, sportier styling — and saves you ₱30,000.
Choose by journey, not by badge. Long rides, a passenger, comfort over distance: NMAX. City riding, spirited handling, tighter budget: Aerox.
NMAX versus the Hondas
| NMAX 155 | Click 160 | PCX 160 | ADV 160 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 770 mm | 778 mm | 764 mm | 780 mm |
| Kerb weight | 131 kg | 116 kg | 133 kg | 133 kg |
| Fuel tank | 7.1 L | 5.5 L | — | 8.1 L |
| SRP from | ₱155,900 | ₱108,900 | ₱133,400 | ₱166,900 |
| Rental | ₱950 | ₱850 | ₱1,200 | ₱1,200 |
The NMAX’s closest Honda rival is the PCX 160 — same comfort-first brief, similar weight, and the PCX undercuts it by ₱22,500 while offering 30.4 litres of underseat storage. If storage is your priority, the PCX makes a strong case.
The Click 160 is the value option: 15 kg lighter and ₱47,000 cheaper, but with a smaller tank and a more basic ride. The ADV 160 costs ₱11,000 more than the NMAX and trades comfort for 165 mm of ground clearance and an even bigger tank — the right choice only if your roads are genuinely bad.
What it costs to run
Budget for annual LTO registration, insurance above the TPL minimum, scheduled oil changes, and CVT belt and roller service — the maintenance item scooter owners most often defer until the transmission starts slipping.
Tyres and brake pads wear faster in stop-start traffic than the service schedule assumes. The 125 mm ground clearance is worth noting: it is lower than an ADV’s 165 mm, so flooded streets that an ADV wades through are a genuine problem on an NMAX.
The 7.1-litre tank keeps fuel stops infrequent. We have not printed a peso-per-litre figure — Philippine pump prices moved sharply through 2026 and any number here would be stale within weeks.
What it is like to ride
Settled. The NMAX’s suspension is tuned for absorbing road surface rather than resisting body roll, the riding position is upright and roomy, and the seat is broad enough for a long stint. At highway speed it feels planted in a way that lighter, firmer scooters do not.
The trade-off is eagerness. It does not change direction with the immediacy of an Aerox, and it is not as effortless to thread through tight traffic as a 111 kg Click 125. It is a scooter for covering ground comfortably, not for darting.
For a two-up rider doing regular distance, that is exactly the right compromise.
Who the NMAX suits
- Riders who cover distance. The 7.1-litre tank and comfort-tuned suspension are built for it.
- Two-up riders. The broad seat and settled chassis handle a passenger better than a sport scooter does.
- Commuters with a highway stretch. VVA gives usable power where a smaller scooter is straining.
- Shorter riders wary of seat height. 770 mm is lower than an Aerox or a Click 160.
- Anyone who wants no clutch — fully automatic.
It suits you less if your riding is short city hops, where a 111 kg Click 125 does the job for a third of the money; if you want sharp handling, where the Aerox is livelier; if storage is your priority, where the PCX’s 30.4 litres wins; or if your roads flood, where 125 mm of ground clearance is a real limitation.
The flooding caveat worth taking seriously
At 125 mm the NMAX has the lowest ground clearance of the scooters we cover — below the Click 160’s 138 mm and well below the ADV 160’s 165 mm.
In a city where side streets flood predictably every rainy season, that is not a trivial spec-sheet line. Water deep enough for an ADV to wade through is water that will reach an NMAX’s exhaust and airbox. If your regular route includes streets that flood, this is the single strongest argument against the model, and no amount of comfort compensates for a hydrolocked engine.
If you ride mainly on main roads and expressways, it is a non-issue.
Buying used: what to check
- CVT behaviour. Accelerate from rest. Slipping, shuddering or whining points to belt and roller wear.
- ABS function on Techmax models. Confirm the warning light behaves correctly at start-up and clears once moving. Never accept a permanently lit ABS light.
- Flood damage. With 125 mm of ground clearance, NMAXs meet floodwater. Check for silt in recesses, corroded connectors and moisture in the display.
- Suspension. Check the rear shocks for leaks — a comfort-oriented scooter that has lost its damping is unpleasant and not cheap to fix properly.
- Underseat and bodywork fit. Panel gaps and a poorly seating seat can indicate a previous drop.
- OR/CR in the seller’s name, with matching engine and chassis numbers.
Renting an NMAX in Manila
The Yamaha NMAX 155 V2 rents at ₱950 per day from our Makati stall, open daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. That includes one helmet, a phone holder, 250 km of daily mileage and TPL insurance.
It is a sensible choice if you are planning a longer ride out of Metro Manila — the tank and the comfort earn their keep on a Tagaytay or Batangas run in a way they do not on a short city hop.
Bring a valid driving licence covering motorcycles, two government-issued IDs and the refundable deposit. Full terms are on the rental requirements page, and visitors from abroad should read our guide to licence rules and driving permits in the Philippines first.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Yamaha NMAX in the Philippines?
The NMAX Standard starts at ₱155,900 SRP and the Techmax at ₱175,900, as listed by Philippine dealers in 2026. Dealer promos and financing terms will change what you actually pay. Rent2Ride Manila rents an NMAX 155 V2 at ₱950 per day in Makati if you want to ride one first.
NMAX or Aerox — which should I buy?
They weigh almost the same but are set up very differently. The NMAX has a lower 770 mm seat, a 7.1-litre tank against the Aerox’s 5.5, softer suspension and a more relaxed position — better for distance and two-up riding. The Aerox is sportier, firmer and ₱30,000 cheaper. Long rides favour the NMAX; city riding and budget favour the Aerox.
Is the Techmax worth ₱20,000 more?
Mainly for the dual-channel ABS, which is genuinely valuable on wet Philippine roads and cannot be retrofitted sensibly. The customisable display and comfort trim are pleasant but not reasons on their own. If the budget is tight, take the Standard and spend the difference on a good helmet and gear.
What is the Yamaha NMAX fuel tank capacity?
7.1 litres — around 29% larger than the 5.5 litres on a Yamaha Aerox or Honda Click 160. On longer provincial rides that is often the difference between one fuel stop and two, and it is one of the strongest practical arguments for the NMAX.
What is VVA on the Yamaha NMAX?
Variable Valve Actuation — Yamaha’s system for changing valve timing as engine speed rises. It gives usable pull at low revs for traffic while retaining top-end performance for highway speed, so the engine feels flexible rather than peaky.
Is the NMAX good for shorter riders?
Reasonably. Its 770 mm seat is lower than an Aerox at 790 mm and a Click 160 at 778 mm, though the Honda PCX 160 is lower still at 764 mm. Bear in mind that at 131 kg the NMAX is heavier than a Click, so low-speed manoeuvring takes a little more confidence.
Can I rent a Yamaha NMAX in Manila?
Yes. Rent2Ride Manila rents an NMAX 155 V2 at ₱950 per day from our Makati stall, open daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, including one helmet, a phone holder, 250 km of daily mileage and TPL insurance. It is a good choice for longer rides out of Metro Manila.
Sources
Pricing and specifications verified 3 August 2026 against ZigWheels Philippines, its NMAX specification sheet, MotoDeal and Carmudi Philippines. Rental rates from our own live pricing on 3 August 2026.