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BMW Motorrad R 18 vs Yamaha TMAX 560 in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 15, 2026

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At a glance
BMW Motorrad R 18Yamaha TMAX 560
Ex-showroom priceRs 47 lakhRs 34.99 lakh
Fuelpetrolpetrol
Variants on sale11
DistributorHimalayan Motorrad (Torque Motor Trading Pvt. Ltd.)MAW Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 15, 2026)

BMW Motorrad R 18

R 18 Classicरु 47,00,000

Yamaha TMAX 560

TMAX 560रु 34,99,000
Specifications — R 18 R 18 Classic vs TMAX 560 TMAX 560
CategoryBMW Motorrad R 18Yamaha TMAX 560
Battery & RangeNot disclosed officially
  • Fuel tank capacity: 15 L (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Fuel consumption: 4.8 L/100 km (Yamaha global spec sheet).
Motor Power & DrivetrainNot disclosed officially
  • 562 cc liquid-cooled DOHC parallel-twin, 4-valve engine (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Maximum power: 35.0 kW @ 7,000 rpm (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Maximum torque: 55.0 Nm @ 5,250 rpm (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • V-belt automatic transmission (Yamaha global spec sheet).
Wheelbase & Ground ClearanceNot disclosed officially
  • Wheelbase: 1,575 mm (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Minimum ground clearance: 135 mm (Yamaha global spec sheet).
DimensionsNot disclosed officially
  • Overall length: 2,195 mm (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Overall width: 780 mm (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Overall height: 1,415–1,525 mm with electric windscreen (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Seat height: 800 mm (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Wet weight: 221 kg (Yamaha global spec sheet).
CargoNot disclosed officially
  • Underseat storage: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-15).
Comfort & InteriorNot disclosed officially
  • Electric windscreen (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • 800 mm seat height (Yamaha global spec sheet).
Infotainment & ConvenienceNot disclosed officially
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-15).
SafetyNot disclosed officially
  • Tubeless tyres front and rear (Yamaha global spec sheet).
Design & ExteriorNot disclosed officially
  • MAX-series flagship styling positioning (Yamaha global site).
  • Large 15-inch wheels: 120/70R15 front, 160/60R15 rear (Yamaha global spec sheet).
Sales & ImportsNot disclosed officially
  • Nepal price listed at NRs 34,99,000 (BikePriceNepal, May 2025).
  • Global TMAX 560 introduced in 2020 as the 560 cc fourth-generation flagship (Yamaha global site).
Value for Money VerdictNot disclosed officially
  • Premium maxi-scooter priced at the top end of Nepal’s scooter market (BikePriceNepal).
  • Best suited to buyers prioritizing touring comfort and performance over practicality (inference from specs).
ProsNot disclosed officially
  • Strong 55 Nm torque for a scooter (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Automatic V-belt drivetrain for easy city use (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Electric windscreen improves touring comfort (Yamaha global spec sheet).
ConsNot disclosed officially
  • Very heavy at 221 kg (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Fuel economy is modest at 4.8 L/100 km (Yamaha global spec sheet).
  • Price is extremely high for Nepal-market buyers (BikePriceNepal).

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — BMW Motorrad R 18 or Yamaha TMAX 560?

As of July 2026, the Yamaha TMAX 560 starts at Rs 34.99 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 12.01 lakh less than the BMW Motorrad R 18 at Rs 47 lakh.

What is the price of the BMW Motorrad R 18 and Yamaha TMAX 560 in Nepal?

The BMW Motorrad R 18 costs Rs 47 lakh and the Yamaha TMAX 560 costs Rs 34.99 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the BMW Motorrad R 18 or the Yamaha TMAX 560?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you — both are listed on the model pages. There is no single winner: the side-by-side table shows exactly where each bike is ahead.

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