2020–2026 · Scooter · Buyer's Guide
Leans Hard, Stands Still
The Tricity 300 answers a worry many city riders share, the front tire, with hardware: it has two of them. Yamaha calls the layout LMW, short for Leaning Multi-Wheel. Both 14-inch front wheels lean together like a motorcycle's, so you get two contact patches up front instead of one. Power comes from the liquid-cooled 292 cc single it shares with the XMAX 300, rated at 28 hp and 21 lb-ft. ABS and traction control are standard. Safety comes first here.
The 527 lb (239 kg) wet weight reflects that extra wheel and its leaning linkage. Yamaha's Standing Assist system locks the mechanism at a standstill, so the scooter stays upright at a light without you putting a foot down. Add a 31.3 in (795 mm) seat, a keyless system, a center stand, adjustable rear suspension, underseat storage and bodywork built for weather protection, and the hardware points to one rider: someone who commutes every day, in any weather, and values grip over pace. A 90 mph (145 km/h) top speed covers the highway stretch. Fuel economy is listed at 71 mpg (US). Pure utility!
Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.
| Power | 28 hp (21 kW) @ 7,250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 21 lb-ft (28 Nm) @ 5,750 rpm |
| Displacement | 292 cc |
| Engine | Single-cylinder |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Fork | Telescopic |
| Front brake | 267 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-14 |
| Rear tire | 140/70-14 |
| Seat height | 31.3 in (795 mm) |
| Wet weight | 527 lb (239 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.4 gal (13 L) |
| Top speed | 90 mph (145 km/h) |
| Fuel economy | 71 mpg (US) |
Equipment check
Chassis
Connectivity
Safety
Standing Assist System recall: mechanism may not release correctly
A safety recall was issued because the Standing Assist System does not release immediately after deactivation, potentially affecting stability when pulling away.
Front LMW leaning mechanism wear/stiffness
Over time, the leaning linkage can develop stiffness or grinding due to dirt ingress or worn bearings; regular inspection and lubrication are essential.
Front tire uneven wear from misaligned wheels
Improper alignment of the LMW front wheels can cause uneven or cupped tire wear, requiring careful monitoring and adjustment.
CVT belt wear under stop‑start city riding
Continuous low‑speed stop‑and‑go traffic accelerates wear on the CVT belt, leading to slipping and eventual replacement earlier than expected.
Underseat storage latch failure
The latch mechanism for the underseat storage compartment may become sticky or fail, preventing secure closure.
Where this Yamaha Tricity 300 pulls ahead of — or falls behind — its rivals on the numbers, and the typical bike in its class on character.
Power
Torque
Displacement
Wet weight
Top speed
Seat height
Forget spec-sheet bragging. Here's who the Tricity 300 is actually built for.
This is the best fit here: storage, weather protection, 71 mpg (US) and a Standing Assist that holds the bike up at lights. For short daily trips in dense traffic, it's built for exactly what you do.
Made for New York City · Austin · Los Angeles
A solid match for your weekday city commute, with a keyless system and ABS on board. For weekend ridge roads, know what you're buying: the Tricity is built for confidence, not speed.
Made for San Francisco Bay Area · Skyline Boulevard · Big Sur Coast Highway
If this one isn't quite the fit, these are the bikes worth riding back-to-back against it.
Any price note compares both bikes at the same age — the youngest age both have on the used market — against this Yamaha Tricity 300. “cheaper/pricier” is what that bike costs second-hand, not how worn it is.
