2010 Yamaha V-Max

The new V-MAX is equipped with a completely new advanced-specification aluminium frame which has been designed to deliver high levels of handling performance, allowing the rider to optimize the huge potential of the remarkably powerful 1,679cc V4 engine.

All-new liquid-cooled 4-stroke V4 engine

Powering the new VMAX is an all-new 1,679cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 65 degree V4 engine which has been designed to offer an unforgettable acceleration experience created by higher levels of power, and an imposing design.

Running with bore x stroke dimensions of 90.0 x 66.0mm (compared to 76.0 x 66.0mm for the existing model VMAX) and featuring a compression ratio of 11.3:1, this visually intimidating new powerplant develops 147.2 kW (200 PS) at 9,000 rpm, together with a huge torque output of 166.8 Nm (17.0 kg-m) at 6,500 rpm.

65 degree V with centre cam chain

One of the major goals of the new VMAX design team has been to keep the new engine's physical dimensions as compact as possible. Despite the fact that the all-new VMAX engine features a 40% increase in cubic capacity compared to the existing model (1,679cc vs 1,198cc), the new V4 powerplant's overall dimensions are remarkably compact.

ENGINE - TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS

All-new large-capacity 1,679cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke V4 engine

Max power 147.2 kW (200 PS) @ 9,000 rpm (In France: 78.1 kW (106 PS) @ 5,250 rpm)

Max torque 166.8 Nm (17.0 kg-m) @ 6,500 rpm (In France: 145.2 Nm (14.8 kg-m @ 5,000 rpm)

Innovative combined chain and gear cam drive

Compact pent-roof combustion chambers, 11.3:1 compression