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The ultimate power cruiser delivers unmatched performance from its 65-degree, four-valves-per-cylinder, 1,679 cc V4�plenty of eye-opening, controllable acceleration from a compact engine that looks as powerful as it is.
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Downdraft four-bore fuel injection with YCC-I� intake technology and YCC-T� fly-by-wire throttle provide awesome acceleration throughout the broad powerband.
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Lightweight aluminum chassis puts the engine low and forward for mass centralization, resulting in a machine designed to handle curves as well as straightaways.
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Borrowing liberally from advanced sportbike technology, VMAX features a slipper clutch, wave-style brake discs, master cylinders, ABS, and complete suspension adjustability front and rear.
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Functionality and forward-thinking style uniquely combine with features like oxidized-titanium-coated 52 mm front fork tubes, magnesium engine side covers, fluorinated polyethylene fuel tank and the organic electroluminescence multifunction display.
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The thunderous 1,679 cc, 65-degree, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected four-valves-per-cylinder, DOHC engine pumps out astonishing power to reinvent the VMAX legend.
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The sportbike-proven Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I) switches nearly instantaneously between 150 mm and 54 mm intake funnels as needed for a broad powerband that delivers optimum performance at any rpm.
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Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T), the fly-by-wire system, delivers optimum acceleration under all conditions.
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Engine combines four-valve technology with a high 11.3:1 compression ratio, forged aluminum pistons and NGK� Iridium spark plugs with R1-type direct ignition coils to extract maximum horsepower from the fuel charge.
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Cams are driven by a combined chain and gear system to precisely control valves while keeping cylinder heads remarkably compact for such a large displacement engine.
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Hydraulically activated clutch includes racetrack-proven ramp-type slipper clutch system that makes braking from speed while downshifting smoother.
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Five-speed transmission has superbly spaced gear ratios to take full advantage of the engine�s awesome power in straight-line acceleration or through the canyons.
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Delivering this power cruiser�s muscle to the street means a beefy shaft drive just like its predecessor. Special shaft design includes two cross joints to accommodate the fat 200/50 R18 rear tire.
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The high-performance engine is cooled by two radiators for efficiency and clean looks. Lubrication is via a simple, reliable wet sump system.
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Four-into-one-into-two-into-four exhaust system with EXUP� delivers a broad, seamless powerband with the right VMAX look.
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The iconic VMAX aluminum intake covers are hand buffed by craftsmen for superb quality and individuality.
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The chassis is light and compact, with a cast aluminum main frame, CF die-cast and extruded aluminum rear frame and cast aluminum swingarm. The result is superb rigidity balance for both hard acceleration off the line and corner carving.
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Cartridge-damper-type front forks have substantial 52 mm inner tubes with oxidized titanium coating. Forks have both compression and rebound damping adjustability plus spring preload.
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Link-type Monocross� rear suspension has a piggyback reservoir and features compression and rebound clickers, plus remote preload adjustment.
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VMAX uses Brembo� master cylinders, the front with radial pump and reserve tank. Large 320 mm wave-style dual front discs are matched to radial-mounted mono block 6-piston calipers. On the rear wheel, there�s a 298 mm disc, also wave design, and single-piston caliper. These high-tech brakes also incorporate three-position ABS.
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Tapered handlebar provides a muscular 1-1/8 inch diameter look at the triple clamp while using conventionally sized controls.
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18-inch radial tires, 120/70 R18 front and 200/50 R18 rear, are mounted on cast aluminum five-spoke wheels.
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For mass centralization that contributes to the bike�s lean looks, the 4 gallon (15-liter) fuel tank is mounted under the seat, with the filler under the rider�s backrest. Tank is constructed of fluorinated polyethylene with superb permeability resistance.
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The Electronic Control Unit (ECU) uses three microprocessors to control fuel injection, ignition, YCC-T, YCC-I, meters and other electrical components.
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Distinctive key design reinforces the unique character of this new VMAX.
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The instrument panel includes an analog, step-motor driven tachometer and digital speedometer with LED indicator lights. Prominent LED shift timing indicator adds to the performance character of the new VMAX.
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Organic electroluminescence multi-function display provides a more precise display vs. LCD and includes clock, fuel meter, trip meter with fuel reserve trip meter, transmission gear position, coolant temperature, stopwatch and more.
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H4 60/55W headlight provides excellent visibility and distinctive style, while the trick-looking LED taillight is light, bright and highly efficient.
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Rare earth magnet AC magneto puts out a robust 420W at 5,000 rpm.
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