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{{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}} V-Max: history, specs, pictures}}
{{Infobox Motorcycle
{{Motorcycle
|name            = Yamaha VMX1200
|name            = Yamaha VMX1200
|image           = [[File:1985 Yamaha VMX1200 V-max in red.jpg|frameless]]
|photo           = 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 V-max in red.jpg
|aka              = V-Max
|aka              = VMX12 V-Max, VMX 1200, VMX1200 V-Max, VMX 1200 V-Max
|manufacturer    = [[Yamaha]]
|manufacturer    = Yamaha
|parent_company  =  
|parent_company  =
|production      = 85-07
|production      = 1985 - 2003
|model_year      =  
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =  
|predecessor      =
|successor        =  
|successor        =
|class            =  
|class            = Cruiser
|engine          = 1200cc
|engine          = v4, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      =  
|bore_stroke      = 76.0mm x 66.0mm
|compression      =  
|compression      =
|top_speed        =  
|top_speed        = 120 mph (160 km/h)
|power            =  
|power            = 137.05 HP (102.2 KW) @ 8500RPM
|torque          =  
|torque          = 86.89 ft/lbs (117.8 Nm) @ 7500RPM
|ignition        =  
|fuel_system      = carburetor. bds35/mikuni
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|DPR8EA-9}} '85-07
|ignition        = tci
|battery          = {{battery|YB16AL-A2}} '85-07
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|NGK DPR8EA-9}} '85-07
|transmission    =  
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YB16AL-A2}} '85-07
|frame            =  
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
|suspension      =  
Final Drive: [[shaft]] drive (cardan) <br>
|brakes          =  
Clutch: wet, multi disc <br>
|front_tire      = {{tire|110/90-18}} '85-07
 
|rear_tire    = {{tire|150/90-15}} '85-07
|final_drive= Shaft
|rake_trail      =  
|frame            =
|wheelbase        =  
|suspension      =Rear: [[coil]] spring, oil [[damper]] left and right
|length          =  
|brakes          =Front: dual disc <br>Rear: single disc
|width            =  
|front_tire      = {{tire|100/90-v18 61v}}  
|height          =  
|rear_tire    = {{tire|150/90-b15 m/c 74v}}  
|seat_height      =  
|rake_trail      =
|dry_weight      =  
|wheelbase        = 62.6 inches (1590 mm)
|wet_weight      =  
|length          = 90.55 inches (2300 mm)
|fuel_capacity    =  
|width            = 31.3 inches (795 mm)
|oil_capacity    =  
|height          = 45.67 inches (1160 mm)
|fuel_consumption =  
|seat_height      = 30.12 inches (765 mm)
|turning_radius  =  
|dry_weight      = 577.61 pounds (262.0 Kg)
|related          =  
|wet_weight      = 274.0 kg
|competition      =  
|fuel_capacity    = 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    = 1.24 Gallon (4.70 Liters)
|oil_filter      = {{oilfilter|K&N KN-303}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
|recommended_oil= Yamalube 10w-40
|fuel_consumption = 7.35 liters/100 km (13.6 km/l or 32.00 mpg)
|turning_radius  =
|related          = [[Yamaha FSX700 Fazer]]<br />[[Yamaha FSX750 Fazer]]
|competition      = [[Kawasaki ZX1100A]]<br />[[Honda CB1100F]]<br />[[Honda VF1100C]]<br />[[Suzuki GS1100ES]]<br />[[Suzuki GV1200]]
|air_filter= {{airfilter|K&N YA-1285}} `85-07<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
}}
}}
The '''[[Yamaha]] VMX1200 V-Max''' was a v4, [[four-stroke]] muscle bike produced by [[Yamaha]] between 1985 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 120 mph (160 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 86.89 ft/lbs (117.8 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 137.05 HP (102.2 KW) @ 8500 RPM. 
==Overview==
The '''Yamaha V-Max''' was originally designed for the United States, though it achieved surprising success when it was imported to France in 1986. It immediately became the favorite bike of the rich and famous along the Cote d 'Azur.
The '''Yamaha V-Max''' was originally designed for the United States, though it achieved surprising success when it was imported to France in 1986. It immediately became the favorite bike of the rich and famous along the Cote d 'Azur.
=="Urban Dragster"==
 
==="Urban Dragster"===
Style is what the V-Max is all about, with its huge aluminum air scoops feeding its quadruple carburetors and its instruments mounted atop its gas tank. It looks dangerous while retaining a high-class appearance. An "urban dragster" the v-Max combines a wide range of seemingly incompatible qualities.  "Awesome" is the word for this liquid-cooled V-4, V-boost, 145 hp power cruiser, fondly called "Mr. Max."
Style is what the V-Max is all about, with its huge aluminum air scoops feeding its quadruple carburetors and its instruments mounted atop its gas tank. It looks dangerous while retaining a high-class appearance. An "urban dragster" the v-Max combines a wide range of seemingly incompatible qualities.  "Awesome" is the word for this liquid-cooled V-4, V-boost, 145 hp power cruiser, fondly called "Mr. Max."


==Gentle Giant==
===Gentle Giant===
A massive machine with a totally-exposed 1200cc V power unit crammed into its [[cradle frame|double-cradle frame]], the V-Max leaps away from traffic signals with a satisfying squeal from its fat rear tire. But it's also a refined street cruiser with astounding fifth-speed flexibility at low revolutions. Further evidence that the V-Max is a gentle giant: even at full bore, the rumble of its two huge chromed tail pipes is far from ear splitting. In these days of low overall speed limits, the VMax has created a new style of superbike, a real leisure machine whose raw power is tamed by all the finesse that modern engineering can provide.
A massive machine with a totally-exposed 1200cc V power unit crammed into its [[cradle frame|double-cradle frame]], the V-Max leaps away from traffic signals with a satisfying squeal from its fat rear tire. But it's also a refined street cruiser with astounding fifth-speed flexibility at low revolutions. Further evidence that the V-Max is a gentle giant: even at full bore, the rumble of its two huge chromed tail pipes is far from ear splitting. In these days of low overall speed limits, the VMax has created a new style of superbike, a real leisure machine whose raw power is tamed by all the finesse that modern engineering can provide.
==Engine==
The engine was a [[liquid cooled]] v4, four-stroke. A 76.0mm [[bore]] x 66.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 1198.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin [[cam]] (dohc). 
==Drive==
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet, multi disc. 
==Chassis==
It came with a 100/90-v18 61v front [[tire]] and a 150/90-b15 m/c 74v rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The VMX1200 V-Max was fitted with a 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 577.61 pounds (262.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 62.6 inches (1590 mm) long.




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==1986==
==1986==
[[Image:1986-Yamaha-V-Max-BlackRed-1926-0.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red]]
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[[Image:1986-Yamaha-V-Max-BlackRed-1926-1.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red]]
File:1986-Yamaha-V-Max-BlackRed-1926-0.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red
[[Image:1986-Yamaha-V-Max-BlackRed-1926-2.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red]]
File:1986-Yamaha-V-Max-BlackRed-1926-1.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red
[[Image:1986-Yamaha-V-Max-BlackRed-1926-3.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red]]
File:1986-Yamaha-V-Max-BlackRed-1926-2.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red
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File:1986-Yamaha-V-Max-BlackRed-1926-3.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red
 
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==1988==
==1988==
[[Image:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red]]
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[[Image:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red]]
File:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red
[[Image:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red]]
File:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red
[[Image:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red]]
File:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red
[[Image:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red]]
File:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red
File:1988-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1988 Yamaha V Max in Red
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==1991==
==1991==
[[Image:1991-Yamaha-VMax-Black-8101-0.jpg|left|thumb|1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black]]
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[[Image:1991-Yamaha-VMax-Black-8101-1.jpg|left|thumb|1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black]]
File:1991-Yamaha-VMax-Black-8101-0.jpg|left|thumb|1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black
[[Image:1991-Yamaha-VMax-Black-8101-2.jpg|left|thumb|1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black]]
File:1991-Yamaha-VMax-Black-8101-1.jpg|left|thumb|1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black
[[Image:1991-Yamaha-VMax-Black-8101-3.jpg|left|thumb|1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black]]
File:1991-Yamaha-VMax-Black-8101-2.jpg|left|thumb|1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black
File:1991-Yamaha-VMax-Black-8101-3.jpg|left|thumb|1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black
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==1992==
==1992==
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-0.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
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[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-1.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-0.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-2.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-1.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-3.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-2.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-4.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-3.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-5.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-4.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-6.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-5.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-7.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-6.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-8.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-7.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-9.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-8.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-10.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-9.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
[[Image:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-11.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver]]
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-10.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
File:1992-Yamaha-Vmax-Silver-9241-11.jpg|left|thumb|1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver
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==1993==
==1993==
[[Image:1993-Yamaha-Vmax-Blue-174-0.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Yamaha Vmax in Blue]]
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[[Image:1993-Yamaha-Vmax-Blue-174-1.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Yamaha Vmax in Blue]]
File:1993-Yamaha-Vmax-Blue-174-0.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Yamaha Vmax in Blue
[[Image:1993-Yamaha-Vmax-Blue-174-2.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Yamaha Vmax in Blue]]
File:1993-Yamaha-Vmax-Blue-174-1.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Yamaha Vmax in Blue
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File:1993-Yamaha-Vmax-Blue-174-2.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Yamaha Vmax in Blue
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==1995==
==1995==
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red]]
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[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-5.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-6.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-5.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-7.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-6.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-8.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-7.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-214-0.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha VMax in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-8.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-214-1.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha VMax in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-214-0.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha VMax in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-214-2.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha VMax in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-214-1.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha VMax in Red
[[Image:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-214-3.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha VMax in Red]]
File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-214-2.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha VMax in Red
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File:1995-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-214-3.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Yamaha VMax in Red
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==1996==
==1996==
[[Image:1996-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-7346-0.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha VMax (VMX12) in Black]]
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[[Image:1996-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-7346-1.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha VMax (VMX12) in Black]]
File:1996-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-7346-0.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha VMax (VMX12) in Black
[[Image:1996-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-7346-2.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha VMax (VMX12) in Black]]
File:1996-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-7346-1.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha VMax (VMX12) in Black
[[Image:1996-Yamaha-V-MAX-Black-235-0.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black]]
File:1996-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-7346-2.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha VMax (VMX12) in Black
[[Image:1996-Yamaha-V-MAX-Black-235-1.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black]]
File:1996-Yamaha-V-MAX-Black-235-0.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black
[[Image:1996-Yamaha-V-MAX-Black-235-2.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black]]
File:1996-Yamaha-V-MAX-Black-235-1.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black
[[Image:1996-Yamaha-V-MAX-Black-235-3.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black]]
File:1996-Yamaha-V-MAX-Black-235-2.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black
File:1996-Yamaha-V-MAX-Black-235-3.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black
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==1997==
==1997==
[[Image:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Gray-0.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray]]
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[[Image:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Gray-1.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray]]
File:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Gray-0.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray
[[Image:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Gray-2.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray]]
File:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Gray-1.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray
[[Image:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Gray-3.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray]]
File:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Gray-2.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray
[[Image:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Silver-0.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-Max in Silver]]
File:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Gray-3.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray
[[Image:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Silver-1.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-Max in Silver]]
File:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Silver-0.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-Max in Silver
[[Image:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Silver-2.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-Max in Silver]]
File:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Silver-1.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-Max in Silver
File:1997-Yamaha-VMX12-Silver-2.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Yamaha V-Max in Silver
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==1998==
==1998==
[[Image:1998-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1998 Yamaha VMax in Black]]
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[[Image:1998-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1998 Yamaha VMax in Black]]
File:1998-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1998 Yamaha VMax in Black
File:1998-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1998 Yamaha VMax in Black
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==1999==
==1999==
[[Image:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha V-Max in Black]]
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[[Image:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha V-Max in Black]]
File:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha V-Max in Black
[[Image:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha V-Max in Black]]
File:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha V-Max in Black
[[Image:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-0.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black]]
File:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha V-Max in Black
[[Image:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-1.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black]]
File:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-0.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black
[[Image:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-2.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black]]
File:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-1.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black
[[Image:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-3.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black]]
File:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-2.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black
[[Image:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-4.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black]]
File:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-3.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black
[[Image:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-5.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black]]
File:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-4.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black
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File:1999-Yamaha-VMX12-Black163-5.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Yamaha VMax in Black
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==2000==
==2000==
[[Image:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black]]
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[[Image:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black]]
File:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black
[[Image:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black]]
File:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black
[[Image:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-3.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black]]
File:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black
[[Image:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-4.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black]]
File:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-3.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black
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File:2000-Yamaha-VMX12-Black-4.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black
 
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==2005==
==2005==
[[Image:2005-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red]]
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[[Image:2005-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red]]
File:2005-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red
[[Image:2005-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red]]
File:2005-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red
[[Image:2005-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red]]
File:2005-Yamaha-VMX12-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red
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==See Also==
*[[Yamaha ‘Leather’ V-Max Concept]]
==Sources==


*http://www.vmaxoutlaw.com
    
*http://www.yamaha.com
*http://www.yamaha-motor.com/products/units.asp?lid=2&lc=mcy&cid=4&mid=23
*http://www.madmax.com
*http://www.vmaxxers.net
 
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[[Category:Yamaha motorcycles|VMax]]
[[Category:1980s motorcycles|VMax]]
[[Category:1990s motorcycles|VMax]]
[[Category:2000s motorcycles|VMax]]
[[Category:V-4 motorcycles|VMax]]
 
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = '''Yamaha VMX1200'''
|image            =
|aka              = VMX12 V-Max, VMX 1200, VMX1200 V-Max, VMX 1200 V-Max
|manufacturer    = [[Yamaha]]
|parent_company   =
|production      = 1985 - 2003
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            =
|engine          = v4, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 76.0mm x 66.0mm
|compression      =
|top_speed        = 99 mph (160 km/h)
|power            = 137.05 HP (102.2 KW) @ 8500RPM
|torque          = 86.89 ft/lbs (117.8 Nm) @ 7500RPM
|fuel_system      = carburettor. bds35/mikuni
|ignition        = tci
|spark_plug      =
|battery          = 10.5:1
|transmission    = Gear box: 6-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[shaft]] drive (cardan) <br>
Clutch: wet, multi disc <br>
 
|frame            =
|suspension      =Rear: [[coil]] spring, oil [[damper]] left and right
|brakes          =Front: dual disc <br>Rear: single disc
|front_tire      = {{tire|100/90-v18 61v}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|150/90-b15 m/c 74v}}
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 62.6 inches (1590 mm)
|length          = 90.55 inches (2300 mm)
|width            = 31.3 inches (795 mm)
|height          = 45.67 inches (1160 mm)
|seat_height      = 30.12 inches (765 mm)
|dry_weight      = 577.61 pounds (262.0 Kg)
|wet_weight      = 274.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    = 1.24 Gallon (4.70 Liters)
|fuel_consumption = 7.35 litres/100 km (13.6 km/l or 32.00 mpg)
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
 
The '''[[Yamaha]] VMX1200 V-Max''' was a v4, [[four-stroke]] standard produced by [[Yamaha]] between 1985 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 86.89 ft/lbs (117.8 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 137.05 HP (102.2 KW) @ 8500 RPM. 
 
==Engine==
The engine was a [[liquid cooled]] v4, four-stroke. A 76.0mm [[bore]] x 66.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 1198.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin [[cam]] (dohc). 
 
==Drive==
The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet, multi disc. 
 
==Chassis==
It came with a 100/90-v18 61v front [[tire]] and a 150/90-b15 m/c 74v rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The VMX1200 V-Max was fitted with a 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 577.61 pounds (262.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 62.6 inches (1590 mm) long. 


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[[Category:standard motorcycles]]
==See Also==
[[Category:Yamaha motorcycles]]
*[[Yamaha ‘Leather’ V-Max Concept]]
==Sources==
 
*http://www.vmaxoutlaw.com
*http://www.yamaha.com
*http://www.yamaha-motor.com/products/units.asp?lid=2&lc=mcy&cid=4&mid=23
*http://www.madmax.com
*http://www.vmaxxers.net
 
==References==
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[[Category:V-4 motorcycles|VMax]]
[[Category:2000s motorcycles]]
[[Category:2000s motorcycles]]
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1985 Yamaha VMX1200 V-max in red.jpg
Yamaha VMX1200
Manufacturer
Yamaha
Also called VMX12 V-Max, VMX 1200, VMX1200 V-Max, VMX 1200 V-Max
Production 1985 - 2003
Class Cruiser
Engine
v4, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 76.0mm x 66.0mm
Top Speed 120 mph (160 km/h)
Horsepower 137.05 HP (102.2 KW) @ 8500RPM
Torque 86.89 ft/lbs (117.8 Nm) @ 7500RPM
Fuel System carburetor. bds35/mikuni
Air Filter K&N YA-1285 `85-07[1]
Ignition tci
Spark Plug NGK DPR8EA-9 '85-07
Battery YUASA YB16AL-A2 '85-07
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed

Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan)

Clutch: wet, multi disc
Final Drive Shaft
Suspension Rear: coil spring, oil damper left and right
Brakes Front: dual disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 100/90-v18 61v
Rear Tire 150/90-b15 m/c 74v
Wheelbase 62.6 inches (1590 mm)
Length 90.55 inches (2300 mm)
Width 31.3 inches (795 mm)
Height 45.67 inches (1160 mm)
Seat Height 30.12 inches (765 mm)
Weight 577.61 pounds (262.0 Kg) (dry), 274.0 kg (wet)
Oil Capacity 1.24 Gallon (4.70 Liters)
Oil Filter K&N KN-303[1]
Recommended Oil Yamalube 10w-40
Fuel Capacity 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters)
Fuel Consumption 7.35 liters/100 km (13.6 km/l or 32.00 mpg)
Related Yamaha FSX700 Fazer
Yamaha FSX750 Fazer
Competition Kawasaki ZX1100A
Honda CB1100F
Honda VF1100C
Suzuki GS1100ES
Suzuki GV1200
Manuals Service Manual


The Yamaha VMX1200 V-Max was a v4, four-stroke muscle bike produced by Yamaha between 1985 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 120 mph (160 km/h). Max torque was 86.89 ft/lbs (117.8 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 137.05 HP (102.2 KW) @ 8500 RPM.

Overview[edit | edit source]

The Yamaha V-Max was originally designed for the United States, though it achieved surprising success when it was imported to France in 1986. It immediately became the favorite bike of the rich and famous along the Cote d 'Azur.

"Urban Dragster"[edit | edit source]

Style is what the V-Max is all about, with its huge aluminum air scoops feeding its quadruple carburetors and its instruments mounted atop its gas tank. It looks dangerous while retaining a high-class appearance. An "urban dragster" the v-Max combines a wide range of seemingly incompatible qualities. "Awesome" is the word for this liquid-cooled V-4, V-boost, 145 hp power cruiser, fondly called "Mr. Max."

Gentle Giant[edit | edit source]

A massive machine with a totally-exposed 1200cc V power unit crammed into its double-cradle frame, the V-Max leaps away from traffic signals with a satisfying squeal from its fat rear tire. But it's also a refined street cruiser with astounding fifth-speed flexibility at low revolutions. Further evidence that the V-Max is a gentle giant: even at full bore, the rumble of its two huge chromed tail pipes is far from ear splitting. In these days of low overall speed limits, the VMax has created a new style of superbike, a real leisure machine whose raw power is tamed by all the finesse that modern engineering can provide.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled v4, four-stroke. A 76.0mm bore x 66.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1198.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet, multi disc.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 100/90-v18 61v front tire and a 150/90-b15 m/c 74v rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The VMX1200 V-Max was fitted with a 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 577.61 pounds (262.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 62.6 inches (1590 mm) long.



  • DPR8EA-9
  • Yamaha V-Max, Vmax, VMX1200
  • 1198cc, V4
  • Liquid cooled
  • Debutted in Las Vegas in 1984
  • The engine was originally based on the Yamaha XVZ12 Venture

1985[edit | edit source]

1985 Yamaha VMX1200 V-max in red
1985 Yamaha VMX1200 V-max

1986[edit | edit source]

  • 1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red

  • 1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red

  • 1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red

  • 1986 Yamaha V-Max in Black/Red

1988[edit | edit source]

  • 1988 Yamaha V Max in Red

  • 1988 Yamaha V Max in Red

  • 1988 Yamaha V Max in Red

  • 1988 Yamaha V Max in Red

  • 1988 Yamaha V Max in Red


1991[edit | edit source]

  • 1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black

  • 1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black

  • 1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black

  • 1991 Yamaha Vmax in Black


1992[edit | edit source]

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver

  • 1992 Yamaha Vmax in Silver


1993[edit | edit source]

  • 1993 Yamaha Vmax in Blue

  • 1993 Yamaha Vmax in Blue

  • 1993 Yamaha Vmax in Blue

1995[edit | edit source]

  • 1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha V-MAX in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha VMax in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha VMax in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha VMax in Red

  • 1995 Yamaha VMax in Red



1996[edit | edit source]

  • 1996 Yamaha VMax (VMX12) in Black

  • 1996 Yamaha VMax (VMX12) in Black

  • 1996 Yamaha VMax (VMX12) in Black

  • 1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black

  • 1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black

  • 1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black

  • 1996 Yamaha V MAX in Black


1997[edit | edit source]

  • 1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray

  • 1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray

  • 1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray

  • 1997 Yamaha V-MAX in Gray

  • 1997 Yamaha V-Max in Silver

  • 1997 Yamaha V-Max in Silver

  • 1997 Yamaha V-Max in Silver



1998[edit | edit source]

  • 1998 Yamaha VMax in Black

  • 1998 Yamaha VMax in Black


1999[edit | edit source]

  • 1999 Yamaha V-Max in Black

  • 1999 Yamaha V-Max in Black

  • 1999 Yamaha V-Max in Black

  • 1999 Yamaha VMax in Black

  • 1999 Yamaha VMax in Black

  • 1999 Yamaha VMax in Black

  • 1999 Yamaha VMax in Black

  • 1999 Yamaha VMax in Black

  • 1999 Yamaha VMax in Black

2000[edit | edit source]

  • 2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black

  • 2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black

  • 2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black

  • 2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black

  • 2000 Yamaha Vmax in Black


2001[edit | edit source]

2001 Yamaha Vmax
2001 Yamaha Vmax


2004[edit | edit source]

2004 Yamaha V-max in Black


2005[edit | edit source]

  • 2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red

  • 2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red

  • 2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red

  • 2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red

  • 2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red

  • 2005 Yamaha V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition in Red



2006[edit | edit source]

2006 Yamaha V-Max in Onyx with shift red flames
2006 Yamaha V-Max in Onyx with shift red flames
2006 Yamaha V-Max in Onyx with shift red flames




In Media[edit | edit source]

See Also[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019. 


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