Powering the new VMAX is all-new 1,679cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 65 degree V4 engine whose imposing in-your-face design offers you an unforgettable acceleration experience created by awesome levels of power.

Running with bore x stroke dimensions of 90 x 66mm and featuring a compression ratio of 11.3:1, this visually intimidating new power plant develops 200 PS at 9,000 rpm, together with a huge torque output of 166.8 Nm at 6,500 rpm.

The completely new VMAX engine benefits from the application of some of the most advanced Yamaha engine management technology ever seen in the category.

Technical Specifications:

Engine type :4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, V-type 4-cylinder

Engine cooling :Liquid cooled

Displacement :1,679cc

Bore x stroke :90.0 x 66.0 mm

Compression ratio :11.3:1

Maximum power :147.2 kW (200 PS) @ 9,000 rpm

Maximum torque :166.8 Nm (17.0 kg-m) @ 6,500 rpm

Lubrication system :Wet sump

Fuel System :Fuel injection

Clutch type :Wet, multiple-disc diaphragm spring

Ignition system :TCI

Starter system :Electric

Transmission system :Constant mesh, 5-speed

Final transmission :Shaft drive

Primary ratio :1.509

Secundary ratio : 3.082

Gear ratio-1st gear :2.375

Gear ratio-2nd gear :1.810

Gear ratio-3rd gear :1.400

Gear ratio-4th gear :1.115

Gear ratio-5th gear :0.935

Fuel tank capacity :15 litres

Oil tank capacity :5.9 litres