Honda PCX 125 vs Yamaha NMAX 125 — Maintenance, Oil, Brakes & Commuter Verdict
ENGINEERING & RIDING VERDICT
Choose the Honda PCX 125 (JK05) for maximum fuel range (8.1 L tank, ~360 km) and low-friction eSP+ smoothness (0.80 L 10W-30 JASO MB); choose the Yamaha NMAX 125 for standard dual-channel front/rear ABS braking confidence and VVA top-end pull (0.90 L 10W-40).
Side-by-Side OEM Specification & Fluid Matrix
| Specification | Honda PCX 125 (eSP+ JK05) | Yamaha NMAX 125 (Blue Core VVA) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine · Power · Torque | 125 cc · 12.5 hp · 11.8 N·m | 125 cc · 12.2 hp · 11.2 N·m |
| Seat Height & Wet Weight | 764 mm (30.1 in) · 133 kg (293 lbs) | 765 mm (30.1 in) · 131 kg (289 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Range | 8.1 L → ~365 km (227 mi) | 7.1 L → ~305 km (190 mi) |
| Oil Capacity (With Filter) & Spec | 0.85 L (0.90 US qt) · SAE 10W-30 JASO MB | 0.95 L (1.00 US qt) · SAE 10W-40 JASO MA OR MB |
| OEM Oil Filter | 15421-K0R-V00 (Oil Strainer Screen) | B65-E3411-00 (Mesh Strainer) |
| Tires & Cold Pressure (Solo) | 110/70-14 M/C 50P / 130/70-13 M/C 63P 29 / 33 PSI (200/225 kPa) |
110/70-13 M/C 48P / 130/70-13 M/C 63P 29 / 33 PSI (200/225 kPa) |
| Spark Plug & Battery | NGK LMAR8L-9 (×1) · GTZ8V / YTZ8V | NGK CPR8EA-9 (×1) · YTZ7V |
| Valve Check Interval | 6,000 km | 12,000 km |
DIY Wrenching & Maintenance Cost Differences
Neither scooter uses a paper oil filter—both rely on cleanable mesh strainer screens. Final-drive gear oil differs (120 ml on PCX 125 vs 150 ml on NMAX 125), and PCX rolls on a 14"/13" wheel combo vs NMAX’s symmetrical 13"/13" setup.
02 // ERGONOMIC & SPEC MATRIX
Interactive 1:1 Spec & Seat-Arch Footing Simulator
Calculates real-feel leg reach by factoring in thigh-splay seat arch width and dual-sport suspension sag—not just raw static seat height.