Cruisers
1996Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max
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The 1996 Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max is a legendary muscle cruiser with a V4 engine and dramatic styling. Its liquid-cooled 1,198cc V4 makes 114.7 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A 765 mm seat, 262 kg dry weight and 15-litre tank make it a straight-line icon.
- Capacity
- 1198.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 262.0 kg
- Seat height
- 765 mm
- Power
- 143.0 HP (106.6 kW)
What’s new for the 1996 Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max
vs the 1995| Spec | 1995 | 1996 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM | 143.0 HP (106.6 kW) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built almost purely for straight-line muscle and drag-strip theatrics rather than commuting or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- A legendary power-cruiser with a menacing V4 growl and outrageous thrust that defines the classic muscle-bike persona.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for new riders, off-road use, or anyone wanting a light, nimble, or long-haul touring companion.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1198.0 ccm
- Power
- 143.0 HP (106.6 kW)
- Torque
- 114.7 Nm (11.7 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- V four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5458 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 66.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1590 mm
- Overall length
- 2300 mm
- Overall width
- 795 mm
- Overall height
- 1160 mm
- Seat height
- 765 mm
- Dry weight
- 262.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 113 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 282 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/90-V18 61V
- Rear tyre
- 150/90-B15 M/C 74V
Other
- Comments
- Listed power is the full-power figure; restricted versions of about 100 hp were sold in some markets.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1994 | 1996 | 1998 | 2001 | 2003 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1198 cc |
| Dry weight | 262 kg | 262 kg | 262 kg | 262 kg | 262 kg |
| Seat height | 765 mm | 765 mm | 765 mm | 785 mm | 765 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max?
The 1996 Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max has a Capacity of 1198.0 ccm (73.11 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max have?
The 1996 Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max has a Power of 143.0 HP (106.6 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max have?
The 1996 Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max?
The 1996 Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max has a Torque of 114.7 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max weigh?
The 1996 Yamaha VMX 1200 V-Max has a Dry weight of 262.0 kg (577.6 pounds).
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