2009 YAMAHA Vmax Unknown

2009 Yamaha VMax VMX17,  , The legend is re-born., 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 Yamahas latest sport bike technologies like our chip controlled variable intake stacks, a new high tech fuel injection system and our famous fly by wire throttle. The result is stunning. The legendary sound, engine character and amazing acceleration are all part of the 2009 design but there is a twist. The new VMAX offers truly sporty handling, thanks to its new lightweight aluminium chassis and fully adjustable suspension. We even improved rider comfort. Scorched any pavement lately?,  , Rocket Science, The VMAX has always been the muscle bike to end all other muscle bikes. Commanding respect, triggering fear. Now, the all-new 2009 VMAX. Re-thought, reloaded, with a major chip on its shoulder. The 2009 Yamaha VMAX - We didnt just improve a legend; We started a whole new one., , , 1985: The birth of a legend?Back in the ’80s the big V8 muscle car was the undisputed boss on the strip in the USA, and in both the car and the bike drag race scene, the large-capacity engine was king. A quarter of a century ago, cubic capacity ruled – and Yamaha captured the true spirit of the time with the introduction of the awesome VMAX in 1985. With its massive 1,198cc V4, 4-stroke, 4-valve DOHC engine kicking out 140PS, this radically-styled muscle bike became an instant legend which established itself as the definitive cult-bike. With around 100,000 units sold during its production run that spanned three decades, the original VMAX made history by being included in the Guggenheim Museum’s ‘Art of the Motorcycle’ exhibition while still in production. There has never been anything to beat it…until now…, 2008: The rebirth of a legend?During the late 90’s Yamaha’s VMAX project team started to work on the rebirth of a legend. The team understand just how special the original VMAX is to its owners – as well as those fans who admired the bike without ever riding one. The project team identified a set of four goals that would enable them to create a worthy successor to the legendary original model., - Awesome acceleration feeling together with strong performance?- Distinctive, precise and sharp handling?- A sophisticated chassis with unique bodywork?- Compliant to EU3 regulations, ?With these main aims in mind, the development team have created an all-new powerful state-of-the-art 1,679cc V4 engine providing 200 PS and 166.8 Nm of torque combined with Yamaha’s finest and latest electronic engine control technology such as YCC-I and YCC-T. We’ve also created an all-new low-profile diamond-type frame, which uses the engine as a stressed member in order to deliver the right balance of rigidity, which makes for excellent straight line stability – together with precise and sharp levels of cornering. All packed in a head-turning and forceful appearance., Owners of the original model – as well as newcomers to the VMAX world – can be sure that the new VMAX delivers an unforgettable combination of innovation and acceleration., 2009 Yamaha VMax VMX17 - USA Specifications?MSRP* $17,990 (Intense Black) Available from November 2008???Engine ?Type 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 ??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