Yamaha V-MAX (1985–2002) — Specs

Identity

Manufacturer: Yamaha

Model: V-MAX

Category: Motorcycle

Type: Motorcycle

Years: 1985 → 2002

Engine

Displacement (cc): 1198

Cylinders: 4

Power (hp): 98

Power (kW): 72

Torque (Nm): 167

Dimensions

Overall length: 2395 mm

Overall width: 820 mm

Overall height: 1160 mm

Wheelbase: 1700 mm

Ground clearance: 160 mm

Weight (kg): 285

Seat height (mm): 780

Tank (L): 15

Tires

Front tire: 120/70 R18

Rear tire: 200/50 R18

Front pressure (bar): 2.25

Rear pressure (bar): 2.25

Drivetrain

Final drive: Shaft drive

Ignition

Spark plug: NGK DPR8EA-9

Plug gap: 0.9 mm

Fluids & Filters

Engine oil: 10W-40

Engine oil (with filter, L): 3.8

Engine oil (without filter, L): 3.5

Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF146

Air filter: Hiflofiltro HFA4912

Coolant (L): 3.05

Brake fluid: DOT 4

Fuel consumption

Estimated: 7.0 L/100 km

Estimated range: ~214 km on a full tank (15.0 L)

Note: real-world ±15-30% depending on riding style

Service

Battery: YTX20HL-BS

Service interval (km): 6000

Service interval (months): 12

Valve check (km): 24000

Parts and consumables for this motorcycle

Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.

Service notes

Service interval: every 6,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.11-0.15 mm, exhaust cold 0.26-0.30 mm. Engine oil: oil grade 10W-40, 3.8 L with filter change, 3.5 L without filter change. Spark plug: NGK DPR8EA-9 (gap 0.9 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 4. Coolant capacity: 3.05 L. Drive: shaft drive. Tire pressure: front 2.25 bar, rear 2.25 bar (cold). Tire size: front 120/70 R18, rear 200/50 R18. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.

OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.

Engine oil

Spec: 10W-40, 3.8 L (with filter), 3.5 L (without filter)

OEM OEM recommended engine oil
Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)

Which Motul for this bike?

	Motul 7100 4T ✓	Motul 5100 4T
Product	Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic	Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic
Best for	Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track	Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use
RPM protection	Excellent — ester base, stable under load	Good — for normal riding conditions

Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)

Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic

	Fully Synthetic	Semi-Synthetic
Base oil	100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO)	Mineral oil + synthetic additives
Heat resistance	Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM	Good — suitable for normal temperatures
Cold start	Better — reaches engine faster when cold	Good — adequate for normal climates
Change interval	Longer (up to 10,000 km)	Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical)
Price	Higher	Lower

Oil filter

Spec: Hiflofiltro HF146

Premium Hiflofiltro HF146
Premium K&N KN-146

Air filter

Spec: Hiflofiltro HFA4912

Standard Hiflofiltro HFA4912

Spark plug

Spec: NGK DPR8EA-9, gap 0.9 mm

OEM NGK DPR8EA-9
Premium NGK DPR8EIX-9
Standard NGK DPR8EA-9

Front brake pads

Spec: EBC FA088HH

Premium EBC FA088HH

Rear brake pads

Spec: EBC FA088HH

Premium EBC FA088HH

Front tire

Spec: 120/70 R18, 2.25 bar

OEM OEM 120/70 R18

Rear tire

Spec: 200/50 R18, 2.25 bar

OEM OEM 200/50 R18

Battery

Premium Yuasa YTX20HL-BS

Brake fluid

Spec: DOT 4

Standard TotalEnergies HBF4

Coolant

Spec: 3.05 L coolant capacity

Service interval

Spec: 6 000 km / 12 months

OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
OEM Air filter inspection
OEM Spark plug check
OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years

Valve check

Spec: 24 000 km

OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.11-0.15 mm
OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.26-0.30 mm

Suspension

Spec: 43 mm telescopic fork / 619 ml SAE 10W

OEM Fork: 43 mm telescopic fork
OEM Fork oil grade: 619 ml SAE 10W

Drive chain