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    Discontinued on Jun, 2017

    Yamaha Vmax

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    Rs.27,35,200*
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    Yamaha Vmax Price

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    VMAX VMAX 1700
    220 kmph11 Kmpl1679 cc
    DISCONTINUED
    27,35,200 

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    Yamaha Vmax Key Specs & Features

    Engine1679 cc
    Power197.3 PS
    Torque166.8 Nm
    Mileage11 Kmpl
    Kerb Weight310 Kgs
    BrakesDouble Disc
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    Overview

    Keeping in mind the emotions of the cruiser bike lovers across the globe, Yamaha Motors introduced its powerful motorcycle VMAX to cater their needs. The bike has shown a decent sales records to the company and proved its worth in almost every aspect of motorcycling. The bike is powered by a liquid-cooled, four-valve, V-type four cylinder engine that displaces 1,679cc and generates a breathtaking power of 197.4bhp at 9,000rpm with a peak torque of 166.8Nm at 6,500rpm. The fuel injected mill is mated to a five-speed constant mesh transmission system and uses wet multiple plate clutch to transmit the power.

    Yamaha VMAX runs on 120/70-R18 front and 200/50-R18 rear tubeless tyres that are mounted over stylish black alloy wheels. Its braking action is controlled by dual 320mm hydraulic disc brakes at the front and single 298mm disc brake at the rear. To make the ride even more soothing and comfortable, the company has fitted telescopic forks at the front and swingarm with an adjustable monoshock at the rear.

    Coming to the body design, the front profile looks stunning with a rounded headlamp and some chrome element added to it. The fuel tank is chiselled to perfection that gives the bike a masculine shoulder. Further enhancement is done by the integration of stylish fuel tank cowls. Yamaha VMAX has a sporty and stylish step-up seat that looks scintillating. The overall measurement of the bike comes to 2,395mm x 820mm x 1,190mm (LxWxH) with a wheelbase of 1,700mm. With a 15 liter fuel tank and a minimum ground clearance of 140mm, the bike presents itself as a sharp tool for ultimate cruising experience. The total weight of the bike sums up to 310kg that is quite evident from its mammoth body and strong hardware assembly.

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    Design

    Yamaha once again thrilled the automotive industry by releasing a delightful naked street monster christened as Yamaha VMAX. Built on a diamond-shaped aluminium frame, the bike is dynamically a treat for anyone who craves for a true supersports machine. The front profile gets a rounded headlamp which is fitted in a tilted fashion. The fuel tank is crafted neatly and comes integrated with edgy cowls on either sides that make it look even more muscular. The bike further boasts a sporty step-up seat that looks ravishing and stunning.

    Coming to the rear end, the bike has an astonishing and curvy rear side panels that end up holding a pure LED tail lamp strip along with a stylish fender. The devil has body dimensions of 2,395mm x 820mm x 1,190mm (LxWxH) that blesses it with a meaner character. Coming to the wheelbase and minimum ground clearance figures, the bike shows some impressive numbers of 1,700mm and 140mm respectively that account for better handling and on-road stability. With a fuel tank of 15 liter capacity, the bike covers a decent range without frequent refuelling.

    The instrument cluster of the bike is clear and informative that comes with a digital speedometer, twin tripmeters, fuel gauge and analogue tachometer. Some more useful elements also make their presence like clock, transmission gear position display, coolant temperature and stopwatch. 

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    Features

    Yamaha VMAX has grippy 120/70-R18 tyre at the front and 200/50-R18 tyre at the rear that offer an enhanced stability and ride quality on the road. Moreover, these are tubeless tyre that do not deflate suddenly in case of a puncture giving a huge benefit to the rider. A pair of powerful 320mm disc brakes at the front and 298mm single disc at the rear gives a top notch bite and never fail under any emergency or strict braking conditions. The instrument console of the bike displays plenty of useful information like coolant temperature, gear position display, etc that also proves beneficial for the rider in many aspects. These are some of the features that make the VMAX a safe and joyful offering.

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    Engine, Mileage & Performance

    The mighty 1,679cc powermill of Yamaha VMAX roars its aggression by releasing 197.4bhp of maximum power at 9,000rpm with a peak torque of 166.8Nm at 6,500rpm. The five-speed constant mesh gearbox operates via wet multiplate clutch setup with a one-down, four-up configuration. The well spaced gear ratios ensures an uninterrupted mid and high range power delivery. The liquid-cooled, four-valve, V-type four cylinder engine has a compression ratio of 11.3:1 with a bore x stroke ratio of 90mm x 66mm. It works with a TCI type ignition system to transmit the power to the rear wheels through shaft drive. 

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    Handling & Ride Quality

    The fierce stopping power is provided by dual 320mm hydraulic disc at the front and 298mm single disc brake at the rear. Yamaha VMAX moves gracefully on 120/70-R18 front and 200/50-R18 rear tubeless tyres that are mounted over stunning black alloy wheels. The suspension set-up of this beast consist of telescopic forks at the front and swingarm with adjustable monoshock at the rear.

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    Pros & Cons

    Good Things

    • Innovative appearance Smooth mid and high range power delivery Impressive ride quality

    Could Be Better

    • Quite heavy Poor Fuel Economy Might require a six-speed gearbox

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    Yamaha Vmax User Reviews

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      The bike very powerful and it has strength of taking charge on roads.I like this bike a lot. But it's quite Expensive.
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      4.5
      Unparalleled Comfort For Riders.
      This cruiser bike offers unparalleled comfort for riders, blending the smoothness of butter with the power of a beast, ensuring an exceptionally comfortable and powerful riding experience.
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      Excellent Bike
      I am using this bike for more than 5 years, I don't have that many issues riding this bike. It gives me comfort and the looks are also amazing. It has a powerful engine that gives excellent performance.
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      Yamaha V-Max Has Great Performance
      The Yamaha V-Max is a muscle cruiser motorcycle produced by Yamaha Motor Corporation. It was first introduced in 1985 and has since undergone several updates and redesigns. The V-Max is known for its powerful V4 engine, unique styling, and performance-oriented features. The latest iteration of the Yamaha V-Max was the 2020 model, which was powered by a 1,679cc V4 engine that produced 197 horsepower and 123 lb-ft of torque. It featured a unique intake design and exhaust system that helped to optimize its performance. The bike also had a slipper clutch, traction control, and fully adjustable suspension. Overall, the Yamaha V-Max is a high-performance cruiser motorcycle that appeals to riders who want a powerful, stylish, and unique machine. However, it is important to note that due to its high performance and relatively heavy weight, the V-Max may not be suitable for novice riders or those who are not comfortable handling a powerful motorcycle.
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    Yamaha Vmax Mileage

    The ARAI claimed mileage of Yamaha Vmax is 11 Kmpl. This is the claimed mileage for all variants.

    Fuel TypeARAI Mileage
    Petrol11 Kmpl

    Yamaha Vmax Specifications

    Engine and Transmission

    Displacement1679 cc
    Engine Type
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    Liquid Cooled, 4- Stroke, Dohc, 4- Valve, V- Type 4- Cylinder
    Number Of Cylinders
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    4
    Valves (per cylinder)
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    4
    Fuel TypePetrol
    Max Power197.3 bhp @ 9000 rpm
    Max Torque
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    166.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm
    Claimed Top Speed220 kmph
    Supply SystemFuel Injection
    Starting System
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    Self Start Only
    Cooling System
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    Liquid Cooled
    Bore
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    90 mm
    Stroke
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    66 mm
    Compression Ratio
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    11.3:1
    IgnitionTCI
    Drive Type
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    Shaft Drive
    Transmission TypeManual
    Clutch
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    Wet, Multiple Disc
    Gearbox
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    5 Speed
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    Features

    Headlight55 W
    Projector HeadlightNo
    IndicatorsBulb
    TaillightLED
    Pilot LampsYes
    Instrument Console Type
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    Analogue and Digital
    Bluetooth ConnectivityNo
    TachometerAnalogue
    Speedometer
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    Digital
    Odometer
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    Digital
    Tripmeter
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    Digital
    ClockNo
    Distance To EmptyNo
    Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
    Fuel GaugeDigital
    Low Fuel IndicatorYes
    Side Stand WarningYes
    Low Oil IndicatorYes
    Pass Beam SwitchYes
    Body Graphics
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    Yes
    Battery TypeLead Acid
    Carry HookNo
    Passenger BackrestNo
    ABS TypeDual Channel
    Seat TypeSplit
    Handlebar typeSingle Piece
    Stepup SeatYes
    Rear Footpegs
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    Yes
    Underseat StorageNo
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    Mileage and Performance

    ARAI Mileage11 Kmpl
    Acceleration 0-60 kmph (sec)4s
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    Chassis and Suspension

    Body TypeSuper Bikes
    Frame TypeAluminium, Diamond-Shaped
    Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
    Rear SuspensionSwingarm
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    Tyres and Brakes

    Tyre TypeTubeless
    Radial TyreYes
    Wheel TypeAlloy
    Wheel SizeFront :-18 inch, Rear :-18 inch
    Tyre SizeFront :-120/70R - 18, Rear :-200/50R - 18
    Front BrakeDisc
    Front Brake Size
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    320 mm
    Rear BrakeDisc
    Rear Brake Size
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    298 mm
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    Riding Position and Seating

    Handlebar typeSingle Piece
    Seat TypeSplit
    Rear Footpegs
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    Yes
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    Dimensions and Capacity

    Length2395 mm
    Width
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    820 mm
    Height1190 mm
    Wheelbase1700 mm
    Ground Clearance140 mm
    Seat Height775 mm
    Underseat StorageNo
    Kerb Weight310 Kgs
    Fuel Tank Capacity15 Ltrs
    Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity1.9 Ltrs
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    Warranty and Service

    Vehicle Warranty2 Years or 30,000 Km
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    Yamaha Vmax Latest Updates

    10th December, 2015: Yamaha V Max was launched in India in 2009 in the presence of the company's brand ambassador and Bollywood actor- John Abrahem. Since then, we didn't seen any update in the model and it is still one of the favorite performance cruisers among the Indian enthusiasts. Powered by a big 1,679cc V-twin, the bike delivers a massive power of 200PS to this aggressive looking machine. It is available at all the Yamaha superbike dealership in single coulour option- Black.

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