Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which has more power?

Yamaha V-max 1200 produces 143 hp @ 9,000 rpm; Harley-davidson Forty-eight produces 60 hp @ 6,000 rpm. Yamaha V-max 1200 wins by 83 hp.

Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is faster?

Top speed: Yamaha V-max 1200 220 km/h, Harley-davidson Forty-eight 170 km/h. Yamaha V-max 1200 is the faster of the two.

Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is lighter?

Weight: Yamaha V-max 1200 262 kg (wet/curb weight), Harley-davidson Forty-eight 253 kg (wet/curb weight).

Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Yamaha V-max 1200 7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average, varies significantly with riding style), Harley-davidson Forty-eight 5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Yamaha V-max 1200 7.8/10 and Harley-davidson Forty-eight 7.5/10. Yamaha V-max 1200 scores higher on the overall verdict. Yamaha V-max 1200 caveat: You commute daily or prioritize handling finesse. Harley-davidson Forty-eight caveat: You regularly tour or ride beyond 100 miles.

Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Yamaha V-max 1200: 143 hp. Harley-davidson Forty-eight: 60 hp.

Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Yamaha V-max 1200: 262 kg, 143 hp. Harley-davidson Forty-eight: 253 kg, 60 hp.

Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight. Yamaha V-max 1200: 143 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 262 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Harley-davidson Forty-eight: 60 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 253 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.