Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition - [2005] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition - [2005]

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Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition - [2005]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition
  • Year: 2005 | Type: Cruiser
  • Engine: 1198 cc (73.1 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Type: Horizontal In-Line | Cylinders: 4
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Shaft
  • Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 262 kgs (577 lbs)
  • Power: 102 bhp (76 kW) @ 8000 rpm
  • Torque: 86.4 lb-ft (117.1 Nm) @ 6000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 361.7 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 306.3 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 10.2 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 10.4 secs
  • Top Speed: 135 mph (217.2 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.28 secs @ 115 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 2005. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2006 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Phantom and the 2006 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC.This particular Yamaha V-Max has a 1198cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Horizontal In-Line Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

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 2005 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 1984 Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura | 1984cc.1984 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk S | 1984cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition in the same weight category as the 2024 Honda CBR 650 R or the 2024 Honda XRE 300 Adventure ABS and Rally, give or take 50kg.

Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC - [2025] image

The 2005 Yamaha V-Max shares the same bhp with the Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC - [2025]

In terms of power the 1198cc 16 valve Horizontal In-Line 4 cylinder engine produces 102 bhp (76 kW) @ 8000 rpm similar to the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm] or the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 86.4 lb-ft (117.1 Nm) @ 6000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 rpm] and the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 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.

Suzuki GSX 1100 L LT - [1980] image

The 1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 L LT has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2005 Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition.

The 2005 Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition has a Power to weight ratio of 361.7 bhp per ton and 306.3 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2005 V-Max competing with the 1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 L LT [386.1 bhp\ton] and the 1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 LT [386.1 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 306.3 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 2016 Yamaha XSR 900 Triple [330.7 lb-ft per ton] and the 2016 Yamaha XSR 900 Triple [330.7 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 10.2 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 10.4 secs, this makes the Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition similar in acceleration to the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE Adventure (10.2 secs) and the 2021 Honda CB 1100 EX Final Edition (10.2 secs). This Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition 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 RZ 500 V4 YPVS - [1984] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2005 Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition and the 1984 Yamaha RZ 500 V4 YPVS

When talking about the performance of the 2005 Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11.7 secs @ 115 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1984 Yamaha RZ 500 V4 YPVS (11.7 secs) and the 1993 Yamaha V-Max 1200 (11.7 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2005 version of the Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition has a maximum speed of 135mph.

Honda CB 900 F Hornet - [2005] image

Top Speed of the 2005 V-Max equals the 2005 Honda CB 900 F Hornet

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2005 Yamaha V-Max 1200 20th Anniversary Limited Edition then how about a 2005 Honda CB 900 F Hornet (146 mph) and the 2002 Honda CB 900 F Hornet (146 mph).

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