The Yamaha VMAX is one of the most famous muscle bikes ever built. The original V-Max of 1985 used a 1,198cc V4 with the 'V-Boost' system and became a legend for its acceleration, staying in production with few changes until 2007.
In 2009 Yamaha introduced an all-new VMAX with a 1,679cc V4, an aluminium frame and modern electronics, making nearly 200 hp. It combined drag-strip acceleration with improved handling and braking. It was discontinued in 2020. Rivals include the Ducati Diavel and Suzuki M109R.
| Year | Photo | Engine | Power | Weight | Seat | Fields |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ![]() |
1679 cc | 200 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 52 |
| 2019 | ![]() |
1679 cc | 200 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 52 |
| 2018 | ![]() |
1671.6 cc | 200 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 53 |
| 2017 | ![]() |
1671.6 cc | 200 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 53 |
| 2015 | ![]() |
1671.6 cc | 200 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 54 |
| 2014 | ![]() |
1671.6 cc | 200 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 52 |
| 2013 | ![]() |
1671.6 cc | 200 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 52 |
| 2012 | ![]() |
1679 cc | 200 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 52 |
| 2011 | ![]() |
1671.6 cc | 197.4 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 51 |
| 2010 | ![]() |
1679 cc | 200 hp | 263 kg | 775 mm | 50 |
| 2009 | ![]() |
1679 cc | 197.4 hp | 310 kg | 775 mm | 46 |
| 2007 | ![]() |
1198 cc | 143.8 hp | 263 kg | 765 mm | 40 |
| 2006 | ![]() |
1198 cc | 143.8 hp | 263 kg | 765 mm | 40 |
| 2005 | ![]() |
1198 cc | 71.4 hp | 263 kg | 765 mm | 36 |
| 2004 | ![]() |
1198 cc | 143 hp | 263 kg | 765 mm | 42 |
| 2003 | ![]() |
1198 cc | 98 hp | 263 kg | 765 mm | 41 |
| 2002 | ![]() |
1198 cc | 98 hp | 263 kg | 765 mm | 41 |
| 2001 | ![]() |
1198 cc | 143 hp | 263 kg | 765 mm | 42 |
| 2000 | ![]() |
1198 cc | 98 hp | 263 kg | 765 mm | 41 |
| 1999 | ![]() |
1198 cc | 98 hp | 262 kg | 765 mm | 41 |