Side-by-Side Comparison

River Indie vs Yamaha Black Max

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Mexico.

River

Key Specifications

River IndieSpecYamaha Black Max

MX$25,000PriceMX$345,000

—Engine (cc)530

8Power (hp)17

180Torque (Nm)13

—Mileage (km/l)35.0

168Weight (kg)217

—Fuel Tank (L)10

7.5Rating9.2

Our Pick for Mexico

Yamaha Black Max

Based on overall rating & value

Full Specifications

Basic Information

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

Single-cylinderEngine Type4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves, Parallel twin-cylinder

PWMController Type—

AutomaticTransmission TypeV-Belt Automatic

WetClutch TypeWet, multiple-disc automatic

ChainDrive Type—

RiverBrandYamaha

IndieModelTMAX 530

River IndieBike NameYamaha TMAX Black Max

2023Model Year2013

Electric CruiserCategory/TypeSport Scooter

IndiaCountry of Origin—

IndiaAssembly LocationJapan

AvailableStatus—

Black, White, GreyColors AvailableMatte Black and other variants

Lithium-ionBattery TypeMaintenance Free

AC ChargerCharger Type—

SingleSeat Type—

CruiserHandle Type—

SteelFrame TypeAluminium die-cast

Single-sidedSwingarm Type—

Engine & Performance

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

NADisplacement (cc)530

8 kWMaximum Power34.2 kW (46.5PS) @ 6,750 rpm

180 NmMaximum Torque52.3 Nm @ 5,250 rpm

8 kWPeak Power—

NANumber of Cylinders2

NAValve ConfigurationDOHC

NAValves Per Cylinder4

NABore—

NAStroke—

NABore x Stroke68.0 x 73.0 mm

NACompression Ratio10.9:1

LiquidCooling SystemLiquid-cooled

ElectricFuel Supply SystemFuel Injection

ElectronicIgnition SystemTCI

NAEngine Layout—

NAEngine Oil Grade—

NAValve Adjustment Interval—

ElectricStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill Switch—

NAPower-to-Weight Ratio—

NAPower Consumption—

8 kWMotor Power—

Euro 5Emission StandardEuro 4 / BS6 compliant

72 VBattery Power—

YesPower Mode Indicator—

Fuel & Mileage

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

NAEngine Oil Capacity—

NAFuel Tank Capacity15 Liters

NAFuel Economy—

NAAverage Mileage—

NAMileage City35

NAMileage Highway—

150 kgLoad Capacity—

72 V, 3.2 kWhBattery Capacity—

150 kmRange—

YesRange Indicator—

180 kmRange Per Charge (Eco)—

150 kmRange Per Charge (Normal)—

120 kmRange Per Charge (Sport)—

YesLow Fuel Warning—

Performance & Speed

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

100 km/hTop Speed165 km/h

5.5 sAcceleration (0-60)—

15 sAcceleration (0-100)—

NoQuick Shifter—

NoLaunch Control—

NoTraction Control—

Transmission & Drive

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

1Number of Gears5

NAGear Pattern—

NAGear Ratios—

ChainPrimary Drive—

ChainFinal DriveV-Belt

ChainDrive Chain/Belt Type—

NAChain/Belt Life—

Dimensions & Weight

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

2040 mmOverall Length2200 mm

825 mmOverall Width775 mm

1130 mmOverall Height1420 mm

1360 mmWheelbase1580 mm

170 mmGround Clearance125 mm

790 mmSeat Height800 mm

NAStep-up Seat Height—

168 kgKerb Weight217 kg

NAGross Weight—

21 kgBattery Weight—

Brakes & Safety

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

DiscFront Brake TypeHydraulic dual disc

DiscRear Brake TypeHydraulic single disc

280 mmFront Brake Size267 mm

240 mmRear Brake Size282 mm

Single-channelABS TypeStandard

NABrake Pad Life—

NABraking Distance—

YesRegenerative Braking—

YesAnti-Theft System—

NoCentral Lock—

YesRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

Suspension & Handling

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

Telescopic ForkFront Suspension TypeTelescopic forks

Twin ShockRear Suspension TypeSwingarm

120 mmFront Suspension Travel120 mm

100 mmRear Suspension Travel116 mm

NoAdjustable Controls—

20%Climbing Ability—

Wheels & Tires

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

90/90-18Front Tyre Size120/70-15

130/80-18Rear Tyre Size160/60-15

18 inchesFront Wheel Size—

18 inchesRear Wheel Size—

TubelessTyre TypeTubeless

MRFTyre Brand—

NATyre Life—

SpokedWheel TypeAlloy

AlloyWheel Material—

Electrical & Battery

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

NAMotor Efficiency—

100,000 kmMotor Life—

Hub MotorMotor Placement—

YesMotor Controller—

72 VController Voltage—

NAController Life—

72 VBattery Voltage—

3.2 kWhBattery Rating—

1000 cyclesBattery Life—

3 yearsBattery Warranty—

YesBattery Removable—

NABattery Replacement Cost—

YesBattery Health Check—

YesBattery Life Indicator—

YesBattery Management System—

4-6 hoursCharging Time—

StandardCharging Port—

ACCharging Input—

NoFast Charging—

NoUSB Charging—

Lighting & Display

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

YesError Code Display—

LEDHeadlight Type—

LEDTail Light Type—

LEDTurn Signal Type—

YesDRL—

YesHazard Light—

LCDDisplay TypeAnalog with digital elements

DigitalSpeedometer Type—

DigitalOdometer Type—

NATachometer Type—

NAFuel Gauge Type—

YesClock—

YesPass Light Switch—

YesSide Stand Indicator—

Technology & Features

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

YesTrip Meter—

NoMobile Connectivity—

NoBluetooth Features—

NoNavigation—

Comfort & Ergonomics

River IndieAttributeYamaha Black Max

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion Footrest—

YesUnder Seat Storage—

River Indie vs Yamaha Black Max: Which one should you buy in Mexico?

The River Indie and Yamaha Black Max are two popular motorcycles in Mexico. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

River Indie Review Yamaha Black Max Review More Comparisons