Yamaha Vmax 1700
Le Yamaha VMAX 1700 (VMX17) a été introduit en 2009 en tant que refonte complète de l'emblématique VMAX original, qui avait fait ses débuts en 1985. La nouvelle génération était équipée d'un moteur V4 de 1679 cm3 spécialement conçu avec le système d'admission YCC-I de Yamaha et d'un châssis au style spectaculaire alliant l'agressivité d'une moto musclée à une ingénierie moderne. Il est rapidement devenu un croiseur à moteur phare, célèbre pour ses accélérations brutales et son esthétique artistique industrielle saisissante.
200 hp
Pouvoir
167 Nm
Torque
310 kg
Poids
215 km/h (electronically limited)
Vitesse maximale
7.5–9.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Carburant
Nue
Corps
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Ce que les acheteurs doivent savoir
Unique YCC-I Intake System
The VMAX 1700 features Yamaha's exclusive Y-shaped intake manifold that splits into four carb-style inlets, delivering a dramatic power surge above 6,500 RPM. This 'V-boost' effect is a signature trait buyers specifically seek out.
Watch the Cooling System
Known weak points include the water pump weep hole seal and radiator hoses, which can develop slow leaks after 20,000+ miles. Always inspect coolant condition and check for any staining around the pump during a pre-purchase inspection.
Strong Resale Value
The VMAX 1700 holds its value exceptionally well due to its cult following and discontinued production status after 2020. Low-mileage examples in good condition consistently command near-original retail pricing on the used market.
Générations et spécifications par année
Lancement initial : V4 de 1679 cm3, admission VCT, 200 ch revendiqués, style muscle-bike agressif, entraînement par arbre.
Mises à jour mineures, notamment l'ABS ajouté de série, le contrôle de traction introduit, une cartographie de carburant et une instrumentation affinées.
Évaluation d'un acheteur d'occasion
"A tire-destroying, jaw-dropping muscle cruiser that demands respect constantly."
$9,000-$14,000 usedThe VMAX 1700 is genuinely unlike anything else on the market, and that's both its greatest strength and its biggest warning label. That 1679cc V4 with YCC-I intake makes absurd power — we're talking 200Nm of torque that arrives early and stays violent. First and second gear are legitimately scary if you're not ready for it. Yamaha built this thing as a statement, not a commuter, and it shows in every ride. Used examples typically sit between 8,000-20,000 miles and most have been babied by owners who bought them as weekend toys. Check the rear tire wear pattern obsessively — owners who discovered that torque early burn through them fast. The brakes are excellent but the ABS system on early models can be finicky. Budget for tires every 4,000 miles if you ride it properly. Maintenance costs bite harder than the purchase price suggests. Dealer servicing is expensive and independent mechanics often won't touch the valve clearances. Find one with full service history or walk away.
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