Yamaha VMAX

Yamaha V-Max
ManufacturerYamaha Motor Company
Production1985–2005
SuccessorVMAX
ClassPower cruiser
Engine1,197 cc (73.0 cu in) liquid-cooled DOHC 70° V-4
Bore / stroke76 mm × 66 mm (3.0 in × 2.6 in)
Top speed240 km/h (150 mph)
Power89 kW (120 hp) (rear wheel)
Torque112.7 N⋅m (83.1 lbf⋅ft) (rear wheel)
Transmission5-speed
Rake, trail29°, 4.7 in (119 mm)
Wheelbase1,590 mm (63 in)
DimensionsL: 2,300 mm (91 in)
W: 795 mm (31.3 in)
H: 1,160 mm (46 in)
Seat height765 mm (30.1 in)
Weight271 kg (597 lb) (dry)
286 kg (631 lb) (wet)
Fuel capacity15 L (3.3 imp gal; 4.0 US gal)
Fuel consumption34.2 mpgUS (6.9 L/100 km; 41.1 mpgimp)
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The Yamaha V-Max, (or VMAX) is a cruiser motorcycle produced by Yamaha from 1985 through 2020. Known for its 70° V4 engine, shaft drive, and distinctive styling, the V-Max was discontinued following the 2020 model year.