Yamaha V-Max 1.7 - [2016] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha V-Max 1.7 - [2016]

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Yamaha V-Max 1.7 - [2016]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha V-Max 1.7
  • Year: 2016 | Type: Cruiser
  • Engine: 1679 cc (102.4 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Type: Horizontal In-Line | Cylinders: 4
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Shaft
  • Wet Weight: 310 kgs (683 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Power: 200 bhp (149 kW) @ 9000 rpm
  • Torque: 123.0 lb-ft (166.7 Nm) @ 6500 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 645.1 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 396.8 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 5.7 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 5.9 secs
  • Top Speed: 138 mph (222.0 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 12.97 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Aluminium
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Yamaha V-Max Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha V-Max 1.7 is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 2016. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2016 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin and the 2017 Suzuki SV 650 Scrambler.This particular Yamaha V-Max has a 1679cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Horizontal In-Line Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Electronic Fuel Injection.

Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura - [1984] image

An alternative Horizontal In-Line engine, Cruiser style motorbike includes the Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura - [1984]

The 2016 V-Max shares its Horizontal In-Line engine and Cruiser style configuration with the likes of the 1984 Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura and the 1984 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk S. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the V-Max's Cruiser style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1986 Kawasaki ZN 1300 Voyager | 1986cc.1983 Kawasaki ZN 1300 Voyager | 1983cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 310 kgs (683 lbs) this makes the Yamaha V-Max 1.7 in the same weight category as the 2023 Honda CB 1300 S Super Bol dOr 30th Annivers or the 2022 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged, give or take 50kg.

Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja - [2024] image

The 2016 Yamaha V-Max shares the same bhp with the Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja - [2024]

In terms of power the 1679cc 16 valve Horizontal In-Line 4 cylinder engine produces 200 bhp (149 kW) @ 9000 rpm similar to the 2024 Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja [204 bhp (152 kW) @ 14000 rpm] or the 2024 Honda CBR 1000 RR-R Fireblade SP [215 bhp (160 kW) @ 14000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 123.0 lb-ft (166.7 Nm) @ 6500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2023 Buell-EBR 1190 Hammerhead [101.6 lb-ft (137.7 Nm) @ 8200 rpm] and the 2022 Buell-EBR 1190 Hammerhead [101.6 lb-ft (137.7 Nm) @ 8200 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha V-Max you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Kawasaki ZX-6 R - [2012] image

The 2012 Kawasaki ZX-6 R has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2016 Yamaha V-Max 1.7.

The 2016 Yamaha V-Max 1.7 has a Power to weight ratio of 645.1 bhp per ton and 396.8 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2016 V-Max competing with the 2012 Kawasaki ZX-6 R [670.1 bhp\ton] and the 2009 Kawasaki ZX-6 R Ninja 25th Anniversary [670.1 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha V-Max generating around 396.8 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2014 Honda CBR 1000 RR Fireblade ABS [421.4 lb-ft per ton] and the 2021 Kawasaki Z H2 1000 SE [421.0 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 5.7 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 5.9 secs, this makes the Yamaha V-Max 1.7 similar in acceleration to the 2020 Yamaha V-Max 1.7 (5.7 secs) and the 2019 Kawasaki Z 1000 R (5.7 secs). This Yamaha V-Max 1.7 also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Yamaha FZ-10 SOHC - [2016] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2016 Yamaha V-Max 1.7 and the 2016 Yamaha FZ-10 SOHC

When talking about the performance of the 2016 Yamaha V-Max 1.7 on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 10.9 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2016 Yamaha FZ-10 SOHC (10.9 secs) and the 2015 Yamaha FJR 1300 A and ES and AS (10.9 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2016 version of the Yamaha V-Max 1.7 has a maximum speed of 138mph.

Suzuki Katana 1000 - [2022] image

Top Speed of the 2016 V-Max equals the 2022 Suzuki Katana 1000

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2016 Yamaha V-Max 1.7 then how about a 2022 Suzuki Katana 1000 (149 mph) and the 2021 Suzuki Katana 1000 (149 mph).

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