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General information
Motorcycle name
Yamaha VMAX
Year model
2009
Type
Sport
Rating
3.7 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size
1679.0 ccm (102.45 cubic inches)
Type of engine
V4, four-stroke
Effect
197.4 HP (144.1 kW ))
Torque
166.8 Nm (17.0 kgf-m or 123.0 ft.lbs)
Compression
11.3:1
Bore x stroke
90.0 x 66.0 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
T.C.I.
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch
Wet, multiple-disc diaphragm spring
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Aluminium, diamond-shaped
Rake (fork angle)
31.0°
Trail
148 mm (5.8 inches)
Front suspension
Telescopic forks, Æ 52 mm
Front wheel travel
120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension
Swingarm (Link-type suspension)
Rear wheel travel
110 mm (4.3 inches)
Front tire
120/70-R18
Rear tire
200/50-R18
Front brakes
Double disc
Diameter
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc
Diameter
298 mm (11.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
310.0 kg (683.4 pounds)
Seat height
775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1190 mm (46.9 inches)
Overall length
2395 mm (94.3 inches)
Overall width
820 mm (32.3 inches)
Ground clearance
140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase
1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Fuel capacity
15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Solar black
Starter
Electric
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