2020 Yamaha VMAX

Chassis / Suspension

• HIGH-TECH ALUMINUM CHASSIS: The chassis is light and compact, with a cast aluminum main frame, Controlled-Fill die-cast and extruded aluminum rear frame and cast aluminum swingarm.
• HUGH, HIGH-TECH FORK: Cartridge-damper-type front forks have substantial 52 mm inner tubes with oxidized titanium coating. Forks have both compression and rebound damping adjustability plus spring preload.
• FULLY ADJUSTABLE REMOTE RESERVOIR SHOCK: Link-type Monocross® rear suspension has a remote reservoir and features compression and rebound clickers plus remote preload adjustment.
• CLASS LEADING BRAKES: VMAX uses Brembo® master cylinders, the front with radial pump master cylinder. Large 320 mm wave-style dual front discs are matched to radial-mount monoblock 6-piston calipers. On the rear wheel, there’s a 298 mm wave design disc and single-piston caliper. These high-tech brakes also incorporate advanced ABS.
• BEEFY HANDLEBAR: Tapered handlebar provides a muscular 1-1/8 in. diameter look at the triple clamp while using conventionally sized controls.
• GRIPPY RADIAL TIRES: 18-inch radial tires, 120/70R18 front and 200/50R18 rear, are mounted on cast aluminum five-spoke wheels.
• UNDERSEAT FUEL TANK: For mass centralization that contributes to the bike’s lean looks, the 4-gallon fuel tank is mounted under the seat, with the filler under the rider’s backrest.

Engine

• POWER UNRELENTING: The thunderous 1679cc, 65-degree, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four valves-per-cylinder, DOHC engine pumps out astonishing power to reinvent the VMAX legend. You’ve never experienced anything like it.
• VARIABLE LENGTH INTAKES: The superbike-proven Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I) switches nearly instantaneously between 150 mm and 54 mm height intake funnels as needed for a broad powerband that delivers optimum performance at any rpm.
• RIDE-BY-WIRE THROTTLE: Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T), the fly-by-wire system, delivers optimum acceleration under all conditions.
• RACE-DERIVED COMBUSTION: Engine combines four-valve technology with a high 11.3:1 compression ratio, forged aluminum pistons and NGK® Iridium spark plugs with R1-type direct ignition coils to extract maximum horsepower from the fuel charge.
• COMPACT CAM DRIVE: Cams are driven by a combined chain and gear system to precisely control valves while keeping cylinder heads remarkably compact for such a large displacement engine.
• SLIPPER CLUTCH: Hydraulically activated clutch includes racetrack-proven ramp-type slipper clutch system that makes braking from speed while downshifting smoother.
• ROBUST FIVE SPEED TRANSMISSION: Five-speed transmission has superbly spaced gear ratios to take full advantage of the engine’s awesome power in straight-line acceleration or through the canyons.
• UNIQUE SHAFT DRIVE: Delivering this power cruiser’s muscle to the street means a beefy shaft drive. Special shaft design includes two cross joints to accommodate the fat 200/50R18 rear tire.
• HIGH VOLUME COOLING: The high-performance engine is cooled by two radiators for efficiency and clean looks. Lubrication is via a simple, reliable wet sump system.
• V-FOUR VOICE: Four-into-one-into-two-into-four exhaust system with EXUP® delivers a broad, seamless powerband with the right VMAX look… and a sound unlike anything on two wheels.
• CUSTOM STYLING: The iconic VMAX aluminum intake covers are hand buffed by craftsmen for superb quality and individuality.

Other Features

• CALCULATING POWER: The Electronic Control Unit (ECU) uses three microprocessors to control fuel injection, ignition, YCC-T, YCC-I, meters and other electrical components.
• DRAG-STYLE INSTRUMENTS: The instrument panel includes an analog, step-motor driven tachometer, and digital speedometer with LED indicator lights. Prominent LED shift timing indicator adds to the performance character of the VMAX.
• OLED DISPLAY: Organic electroluminescence multifunction display provides a more precise display vs. LCD and includes clock, fuel meter, trip meter with fuel reserve trip meter, transmission gear position, coolant temperature, stop watch, and more.
• BRIGHT LIGHTING: H4 60/55W headlight provides excellent visibility and distinctive style, while the trick-looking LED taillight is light, bright and highly efficient.

Top Features

• POWER UNRELENTING: The ultimate power cruiser delivers unmatched performance from its 65-degree, four-valves-per-cylinder, 1679cc V-four—producing eye opening amounts of perfectly controllable acceleration, flowing from a compact engine that looks as powerful as it is.
• ADVANCED RIDE-BY-WIRE THROTTLE: Downdraft four-bore fuel injection with YCC-I® intake technology and YCC-T® fly-by-wire throttle provide awesome acceleration throughout the broad powerband.
• HIGH-TECH ALUMINUM CHASSIS: Lightweight aluminum chassis puts the engine low and forward for mass centralization, resulting in a machine designed to handle curves as well as straightaways.
• PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGY: Borrowing liberally from advanced sportbike technology, VMAX® features a slipper clutch, wave-style brake discs, ABS, and complete suspension adjustability front and rear.
• UNMATCHED FIT AND FINISH: Functionality and forward-thinking style uniquely combine with features like oxidized-titanium-coated 52 mm front fork tubes, magnesium engine side covers, fluorinated polyethylene fuel tank and the organic electroluminescence multifunction display.