Cruisers
2002Yamaha VMAX
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The 2002 Yamaha VMAX is a legendary muscle cruiser famous for its brutal acceleration. Its liquid-cooled 1,198cc V-four drives a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A 765 mm seat, 280 kg wet weight and a 15-litre tank complete a bike that became a cult icon.
- Capacity
- 1198.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 262.6 kg
- Seat height
- 765 mm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
What’s new for the 2002 Yamaha VMAX
vs the 2001| Spec | 2001 | 2002 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 143.0 HP (106.6 kW) | 98.0 HP (72.1 kW) |
Other years
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a muscle cruiser, it exists to deliver brutal straight-line acceleration and street presence rather than outright cornering finesse.
- Built for
- It has a raw, intimidating personality defined by its iconic V4 engine, V-Boost induction snarl, and drag-strip-style thrust.
- Not ideal for
- It is not the right choice for riders seeking nimble cornering, long-distance comfort, or any kind of off-road capability.
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
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
- Torque
- 101.0 Nm (10.3 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3732 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 66.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 213.0 km/h (132.4 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1590 mm
- Overall length
- 2301 mm
- Overall width
- 795 mm
- Overall height
- 1161 mm
- Seat height
- 765 mm
- Dry weight
- 262.6 kg
- Wet weight
- 280.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Front percentage of weight
- 44
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 43mm Telescopic fork w/air-assist
- Rear suspension
- Dual shocks w/adjustable spring preload and rebound damping
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 282 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/90-V18
- Rear tyre
- 150/90-V15
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 | 1999 | 2002 | 2004 | 2010 | 2014 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1679 cc | 1672 cc | 1679 cc |
| Dry weight | 262 kg | 263 kg | 263 kg | 263 kg | 263 kg | 263 kg |
| Seat height | 765 mm | 765 mm | 765 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 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 VMAX?
The 2002 Yamaha VMAX has a Capacity of 1198.0 ccm (73.11 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha VMAX have?
The 2002 Yamaha VMAX has a Power of 98.0 HP (72.1 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha VMAX have?
The 2002 Yamaha VMAX has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha VMAX?
The 2002 Yamaha VMAX has a Torque of 101.0 Nm (10.3 kgf-m or 74.5 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha VMAX weigh?
The 2002 Yamaha VMAX has a Dry weight of 262.6 kg (578.9 pounds).
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