Arch Krgt-1 vs Yamaha Vmax 1700
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Arch Krgt-1 vs Yamaha Vmax 1700. Arch Krgt-1: ~121 hp @ 5,900 rpm (S&S 124ci V-Twin, estimated) hp, ~245 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~209 km/h (estimated; note: not officially published by manufacturer), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Yamaha Vmax 1700: 200 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 310 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 215 km/h (electronically limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Arch Krgt-1
Yamaha Vmax 1700
Horsepower (hp)
121 hp
200 hp
Torque (Nm)
183 Nm
167 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
209 km/h
215 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
245 kg
310 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
~121 hp @ 5,900 rpm (S&S 124ci V-Twin, estimated)
200 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
~183 Nm @ 3,500 rpm (estimated)
167 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
~209 km/h (estimated; note: not officially published by manufacturer)
215 km/h (electronically limited)
Weight
~245 kg (wet/curb weight)
310 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average for V-twin cruiser)
7.5–9.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Arch Krgt-1
8.2/10
"A legitimate motorcycle first, status symbol second — buy carefully."
Pros
+Extraordinary build quality throughout
+Surprisingly capable real-world handler
+S&S engine proven and stout
Cons
−Parts sourcing genuinely problematic
−Tiny service network nationwide
−Depreciation risk if damaged
Yamaha Vmax 1700
8.5/10
"A tire-destroying, jaw-dropping muscle cruiser that demands respect constantly."
Pros
+Utterly savage low-end torque
+Bulletproof engine internals
+Stunning visual presence always
Cons
−Horrific fuel consumption figures
−Tire bills are punishing
−Heavy at 310kg wet
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