Side-by-Side Comparison

Yamaha Sniper 150 vs Yamaha Black Max

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in New Zealand.

Yamaha

Key Specifications

Yamaha Sniper 150SpecYamaha Black Max

NZ$5,200PriceNZ$28,500

149Engine (cc)530

20Power (hp)17

14Torque (Nm)13

40.0Mileage (km/l)35.0

118Weight (kg)217

4Fuel Tank (L)10

8.5Rating9.2

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Yamaha Black Max

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Full Specifications

Basic Information

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valveEngine Type4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves, Parallel twin-cylinder

N/A (Internal Combustion Engine)Controller Type—

Constant mesh, 5-speedTransmission TypeV-Belt Automatic

Wet, multi-plateClutch TypeWet, multiple-disc automatic

Chain driveDrive Type—

YamahaBrandYamaha

Sniper 150ModelTMAX 530

Yamaha Sniper 150Bike NameYamaha TMAX Black Max

2025Model Year2013

Moped / UnderboneCategory/TypeSport Scooter

Japan (Brand)Country of Origin—

Indonesia/Philippines/Vietnam (CBU Import)Assembly LocationJapan

Available (Via CBU Importers)Status—

Race Blue, Black Raven, Matte Green, Yellow HornetColors AvailableMatte Black and other variants

GTZ4V / YTZ4V (Maintenance Free)Battery TypeMaintenance Free

Dual Straight (Moped style)Seat Type—

Standard/Moped HandlebarHandle Type—

BackboneFrame TypeAluminium die-cast

SwingarmSwingarm Type—

Engine & Performance

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

149.7Displacement (cc)530

15.1 hp at 8,500 rpmMaximum Power34.2 kW (46.5PS) @ 6,750 rpm

13.8 Nm at 7,000 rpmMaximum Torque52.3 Nm @ 5,250 rpm

1Number of Cylinders2

SOHCValve ConfigurationDOHC

4Valves Per Cylinder4

57.0 mmBore—

58.7 mmStroke—

57.0 mm x 58.7 mmBore x Stroke68.0 x 73.0 mm

10.4:1Compression Ratio10.9:1

Liquid-cooledCooling SystemLiquid-cooled

Fuel injectionFuel Supply SystemFuel Injection

TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)Ignition SystemTCI

Horizontal / UnderboneEngine Layout—

Recommended: 20W−40 or 10W−40 (API Service SL or higher, JASO MA/MA2)Engine Oil Grade—

Electric and KickStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill Switch—

128 HP/TonPower-to-Weight Ratio—

Varies (International standards generally met)Emission StandardEuro 4 / BS6 compliant

12 VBattery Power—

Fuel & Mileage

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

1.15 LEngine Oil Capacity—

4.2 LFuel Tank Capacity15 Liters

40 kmpl (Combined Average - User reported)Fuel Economy—

40 kmplAverage Mileage—

35 km/lMileage City35

46 km/lMileage Highway—

160−170 km (Based on 40 kmpl average)Range—

Low Fuel WarningRange Indicator—

YesLow Fuel Warning—

Performance & Speed

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

120−130 Kmph (Rider Reported)Top Speed165 km/h

NoQuick Shifter—

NoLaunch Control—

NoTraction Control—

Transmission & Drive

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

5-SpeedNumber of Gears5

1-N-2-3-4-5Gear Pattern—

ChainFinal DriveV-Belt

ChainDrive Chain/Belt Type—

Dimensions & Weight

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

1,985 mmOverall Length2200 mm

670 mmOverall Width775 mm

1,100 mmOverall Height1420 mm

1,290 mmWheelbase1580 mm

155 mmGround Clearance125 mm

795 mmSeat Height800 mm

118 kgKerb Weight217 kg

Brakes & Safety

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

Hydraulic single discFront Brake TypeHydraulic dual disc

Hydraulic single discRear Brake TypeHydraulic single disc

245 mmFront Brake Size267 mm

203 mmRear Brake Size282 mm

No (Single/Dual Channel ABS is an update on some 155cc versions, but the 150cc is generally Non-ABS)ABS TypeStandard

Key Shutter Mechanism (Some markets)Anti-Theft System—

NoCentral Lock—

NoRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

Suspension & Handling

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

Telescopic forkFront Suspension TypeTelescopic forks

Monocross / SwingarmRear Suspension TypeSwingarm

—Front Suspension Travel120 mm

—Rear Suspension Travel116 mm

Wheels & Tires

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

90/80-17M/C 46PFront Tyre Size120/70-15

120/70-17M/C 58PRear Tyre Size160/60-15

17 inchFront Wheel Size—

17 inchRear Wheel Size—

TubelessTyre TypeTubeless

Varies by assembly locationTyre Brand—

Cast wheelsWheel TypeAlloy

Aluminum AlloyWheel Material—

Electrical & Battery

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

12 VBattery Voltage—

NoUSB Charging—

Lighting & Display

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

Yes (On Digital Console)Error Code Display—

LEDHeadlight Type—

LEDTail Light Type—

Bulb (Incandescent)Turn Signal Type—

Yes (LED Position Lights)DRL—

Yes (Integrated via Pass Switch on some models)Hazard Light—

Full LCDDisplay TypeAnalog with digital elements

DigitalSpeedometer Type—

DigitalOdometer Type—

DigitalTachometer Type—

DigitalFuel Gauge Type—

YesClock—

YesPass Light Switch—

NoSide Stand Indicator—

Technology & Features

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

YesTrip Meter—

Comfort & Ergonomics

Yamaha Sniper 150AttributeYamaha Black Max

Minimal (Small Front Fairing)Wind Protection—

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion Footrest—

Yes (Integrated into tail section)Pillion Grab Rails—

Rider (Forward Sporty), Pillion (Standard)Footpeg Position—

Very Limited (Only tool kit/papers)Under Seat Storage—

Yamaha Sniper 150 vs Yamaha Black Max: Which one should you buy in New Zealand?

The Yamaha Sniper 150 and Yamaha Black Max are two popular motorcycles in New Zealand. 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.

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