2012 Yamaha VMAX / VMX17 Specs, and Review

2012 Yamaha VMAX / VMX17

Unlike any other motorcycle available today, the 2012 Yamaha VMAX is truly in a class of its own. The awesome acceleration and muscular beauty combines with sporty handling and Yamaha's latest electronic engine management technologies to offer an incredibly exhilarating riding experience.

In '85 the original V-Max turned the motorcycle world on its ear. Our engineers took a big dose of the original "Mad Max" DNA then added a bunch of Yamaha's latest sport bike technologies like our chip controlled variable intake stacks, a high tech fuel injection system and our famous fly by wire throttle. The result is the next generation VMAX. The legendary sound, engine character and amazing acceleration are all part of the latest design but there is a twist. The VMAX offers truly sporty handling, thanks to its lightweight aluminium chassis and fully adjustable suspension. Scorched any pavement lately.

2012 Yamaha VMAX / VMX17 reminded me of a Ducati Diavel, but different, This bike gets the nickname The intelligent monsters, why not? face a very muscular, strong with a 1.679 cc engine, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, 65 °, V-4 engine offering the sensation of riding a comfortable and sporty. and now, the update for 2012 is a stylish new side cover finish matches the intake cover.

2012 Yamaha VMAX / VMX17

2012 Yamaha VMAX / VMX17 - USA Specifications/Technical Details
MSRP* $19,890 (Matte Black) Available from November 2011/CA model December 2011

ENGINE

• Type 102-cubic-inch (1679cc) liquid-cooled 65° V-4, DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
• Bore x Stroke 90.0mm x 66.0mm
• Compression Ratio 11.3:1
• Fuel Delivery Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
• Ignition TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
• Transmission 5-speed, multiplate slipper clutch
• Final Drive Shaft
  

CHASSIS

• Suspension / Front 52mm telescopic cartridge fork w/oxidized titanium coating. Fully adjustable preload, compression and rebound; 4.7 in travel
• Suspension / Rear Single shock w/remote reservoir and remote adjustable for preload, compression and rebound
• Brakes / Front Dual 320mm wave-type discs; radial mount 6-piston calipers, Brembo® radial pump master cylinder 
• Brakes / Rear 298mm wave-type disc, single-piston caliper and Brembo® master cylinder
• Tires / Front Bridgestone® Radial 120/70-R18 59V
• Tires / Rear Bridgestone® Radial 200/50-R18 76V
  

DIMENSIONS

• Length 94.3 in
• Width 32.3 in
• Height 46.8 in
• Seat Height 30.5 in
• Wheelbase 66.9 in
• Rake (Caster Angle) 31.0 in
• Trail 5.8 in
• Fuel Capacity 4.0 gal
• Fuel Economy** 27 mpg
• Wet Weight*** 683 lb / 685 lb (CA model)
  

OTHER

• Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

2012 Yamaha VMAX / VMX17 - Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: See dealer for pricing in CDN

Engine

• Engine Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valves, 65 degree V-4
• Displacement 1679cc 
• Bore and Stroke 90 x 66mm 
• Compression Ratio 11.3:1 
• Maximum Torque 17 kg-m (123 ft-lb) @ 6,500 rpm 
• Fuel Delivery Mikuni 48mm fuel injection 
• Estimated Fuel Consumption* 11.4kpl / 32mpg (Imp.) 
• Lubrication Wet sump 
• Ignition / Starting TCI / Electric Start 
• Transmission 5-speed (with slipper clutch) 
• Final Drive Shaft

Chassis

• Suspension (Front) Fully adjustable 52mm cartridge fork
• Suspension (Rear) Fully adjustable Link Monocross 
• Brakes (Front) Dual 320mm discs with ABS 
• Brakes (Rear) 298mm disc with ABS 
• Tires (Front) 120/70R18 
• Tires (Rear) 200/50R18

Dimensions / Technical Details

• Length 2,395mm (94.3")
• Width 820mm (32.3") 
• Height 1,190mm (46.9") 
• Wheelbase 1,700 mm (66.9") 
• Rake / Trail 31° / 148mm (5.8") 
• Ground Clearance 140mm (5.5") 
• Seat Height 775mm (30.5") 
• Fuel Capacity 15 litres 
• Wet Weight 310 kg (684 lb) 
• Colour(s) Mat Black

± Fuel economy estimates are based on US EPA exhaust emission certification data obtained by Yamaha and converted into Canadian measurements. Your actual mileage will vary depending on road condition, how you ride, maintain your vehicle, accessories, cargo and operator/passenger weight.

Specifications, appearance, and price of product are subject to change without notice.

* MSRP does not include freight, PDI (Pre Delivery Inspection), pre-rigging (boats), or taxes. Dealer may sell for less. See your local dealer for out the door pricing.

Source : ridermagz