VMAX
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Production | since 2009 |
| Predecessor | Yamaha V-Max |
| Class | power cruiser |
| Engine | 1,679 cc (102 cu in) liquid-cooled DOHC V-4 |
| Bore / Stroke | 90 mm × 66 mm (3.5 in × 2.6 in) |
| Power | 174.3 hp (130.0 kW) @ 9,000 rpm |
| Torque | 113 lbf·ft (153 N·m) @ 6,600 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed, slipper clutch |
| Frame type | cast aluminum |
| Suspension | adjustable front and rear |
| Brakes | Front: radial mount 6-piston calipers, dual wave-type 12.6 in (320 mm) discs, brembo master cylinder Rear: single piston caliper, wave-type 11.7 in (298 mm) disc, Brembo master cylinder |
| Wheelbase | 66.9 in (1,699 mm) |
| Dimensions | L 94.3 in (2,395 mm) W 32.3 in (820 mm) |
| Seat height | 30.5 in (775 mm) |
| Weight | n/a (dry) 694 lb (315 kg) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.0 US gallons (15 l; 3.3 imp gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 28.3 mpg (8.31 L/100 km; 34.0 mpg) |
In 2005, at the 39th Tokyo Motor Show, Yamaha displayed an all-new V-Max concept bike. It featured a new chassis, upgraded components all around, and state-of-the-art braking components.
On 4 June 2008, Yamaha officially released a completely redesigned 2009 VMAX in North America and Europe. The features of the VMAX include an all aluminium frame with its 1,679 cc (102 cu in) liquid cooled V4 DOHC engine used as a stressed member of the chassis, an electroluminescent instrument readout, Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I), fully adjustable suspension, anti-lock brakes, slipper clutch, a fuel tank beneath the seat, and a distinctive key.
On 20 September 2009, VMAX was also launched in India.
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