Representative image (2020 model); the 2016 design may differ.
2016 Yamaha VMAX
General features
The ultimate power cruiser delivers unmatched performance from its 65-degree, four-valves-per-cylinder, 1679cc V4—plenty of eye-opening, controllable acceleration from a compact engine that looks as powerful as it is. Downdraft four-bore fuel injection with YCC-I® intake technology and YCC-T® fly-by-wire throttle provide awesome acceleration throughout the broad powerband.
Yamaha VMAX History
Representative image
- Power 200.0 HP
- Displacement 1,672 cc
- Seat height 775.0 mm
Representative image
- Power 200.0 HP
- Displacement 1,672 cc
- Seat height 775.0 mm
Yamaha VMAX History & Generations Source: Wikipedia
Through 2020. Known for its 70° V4 engine, shaft drive, and distinctive styling, the VMAX was discontinued following the 2020 model year. The V-Max garnered instant critical acclaim and earned the title "Bike of the Year" from Cycle Guide. Sold both in Japan and abroad, the V-Max was sold with only minor modifications from the 1985 model year until the 2007 model year.
When the bike gained a larger-diameter fork to minimize high-speed wobbling and drift, four-piston brake calipers, and other handling and safety related upgrades, the 2007 V-Max was almost the same as the original 1985 version.
The bike cost £9,359 or $15,322 (equivalent to $30,730
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.
) to purchase. Until 2008, the original V-Max was offered for sale through the Star Motorcycles division of Yamaha Motorcycles.
History text adapted from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA.
Yamaha VMAX Technical specs
Yamaha VMAX market reference value
Reference values from the monthly insurance value list published by the Insurance Association of Türkiye. New vehicles use the authorised distributor’s non-campaign list price; used ones use market averages.
Values are nominal Turkish lira; much of the rise reflects inflation. Switch to dollars or euros to see the real trend.
Source: Insurance Association of Türkiye, Kasko Değer Listesi, August 2026. These are reference values for insurers and carry no mileage, damage or condition breakdown.
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