Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha V-max 1200 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. 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. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 252 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha V-max 1200
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
143 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
150 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
262 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
143 hp @ 9,000 rpm
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
150 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
262 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average, varies significantly with riding style)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha V-max 1200
7.8/10
"Pure muscle-bike theater that genuinely delivers the performance goods."
Pros
+Savage V4 thrust delivery
+Iconic unmistakable visual presence
+Bulletproof engine when maintained
Cons
−Four carbs are maintenance-intensive
−Handles like a barge
−Terrible fuel economy
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
7.8/10
"A genuinely rewarding urban cruiser that rewards patient, style-conscious riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Strong resale value retention
+Gorgeous factory finish quality
Cons
−Seat punishes longer rides
−Suspension undersprung for heavier riders
−No wind protection whatsoever
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