2005 Yamaha V Max Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Yamaha for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2005 Yamaha V Max pairs a 1198 cc (73.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 76.0 x 66.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches) with a 10.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the V Max measures 262 kg (578 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 765 mm (30.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,590 mm (62.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 15.14-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 7.63 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 198 km (123 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 217 km/h (135 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2005 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~198 km (123 mi)
Engine
Displacement1198.0 ccm (73.10 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV4, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV4, four-stroke
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 66.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed217.0 km/h (134.8 mph)
Fuel Consumption7.63 litres/100 km (13.1 km/l or 30.83 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases177.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Front Suspension40mm telescopic fork w/air-assist
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks w/adjustable spring preload and rebound damping
Rear Travel100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheelbase1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/90-V18
Rear Tyre150/90-V15
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight262.0 kg (577.6 pounds)
Seat Height765 mm (30.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
