The Yamaha VMX12 V-Max motorcycle specifications include a 1,198 cc (73.10 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 274 kg (604.1 lb).
Key specifications
How the Yamaha VMX12 V-Max compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Yamaha models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Yamaha database average.
About 118% higher than the Yamaha database average. Around the 89th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 47% heavier than the Yamaha database average. Around the 85th percentile across Yamaha models.
Very close to the Yamaha database average. Around the 30th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 15% larger than the Yamaha database average. Around the 61st percentile across Yamaha models.
Yamaha database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Yamaha specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
1,198 cc — larger displacement than about 89% of Yamaha models.
274 kg — heavier than about 85% of Yamaha models, or lighter than about 15%.
765 mm — taller than about 30% of Yamaha models.
15 L — larger than about 61% of Yamaha fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Yamaha average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Yamaha models where that dimension is available.
2,300
2,082
10% above average.
795
823
3% below average.
1,160
1,172
Close to average.
1,590
1,416
12% above average.
765
793
4% below average.
145
181
20% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 110/90-V18 |
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| Rear tire size | 150/90-V15 |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.70 L (4.97 US qt) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 204 km |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.15:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1985 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | V4, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 1,198 cc (73.10 cu in) |
| Torque | 83.1 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.3 ft.lbs) @ 6,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 76.0 x 66 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. BDS35/Mikuni |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Oil capacity | 4.70 L (4.97 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
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| Final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet, multi disc |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Double cradle steel tube |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring, oil damper left and right |
| Front wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake | 29.0° |
| Trail | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 110/90-V18 |
| Rear tire | 150/90-V15 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 274 kg (604.1 lb) |
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| Seat height | 765 mm (30.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,300 mm (90.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 795 mm (31.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,160 mm (45.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,590 mm (62.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Carrying capacity | 225kg / 496 lb |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 L (3.96 US gal) |
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| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 L (0.79 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 7.35 L/100 km (13.6 km/l or 32.00 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 170.5 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| 1/4 mile | 11.75 seconds |
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Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | Generayor system; AC magneto |
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| Instruments | Analog speedometer, odometer, tachometer |
| Lights | Bulb type |
Other specifications
| Seat | Split seat with fuel filler cover |
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| Comments | 1985 is the first year of the V Max line |
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