Why I Purchased a 2020 Yamaha VMAX 1700
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- This video explains why I chose to purchase a 2020 Yamaha VMAX. I explain the features I look for in a motorcycle and how previous bikes I owned spoiled me to those features.
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rip vmax
Wow nice vmax. I have vmax also 2014 year model.
i think out of all my bikes, xs750 special, gs1000g, gs1000s,wes cooley replica, gs1100e and a 85 gs1150es i miss my 82 gs1100E the most, perfect balance, perfect chassis for the hp and torque.but it would tank slap if you were pulling on the handle bars, had to be smooth.
Sadly v max is ending too soon. I've owned a 2005 and now a 2017. Love them both gen 2 is better in every way. Good night v max...thanks for miles of thrills.
Vmax muscle man
Yamaha never really marketed this bike and it is, in my opinion, one of the best pure motorcycles out there.
The bike oozes cool factor but drinks premium gas like a wrx sti while having a fuel tank the size of a cats prostate. Slow steering and heavy as death metal. This makes it a relatively poor commuter and tourer.
Wow what a bike! I honestly don’t need anything any more powerful then my GSXS1000! It’s all I ever need and I don’t mind chains! You just throw them on there keeps things light and strong!
@@khakimzhanmiras you're totally wrong dude....it's thirsty but very well behaved and super quick in tight traffic. It's not a first gen....this is the second gen perfect motorcycle...it expensive for a reason. It's bullet proof. It hsndles like a proper bike...albeit a big bike. It's pretty compact for its muscles. You'd love it if
you rode it.....with the right tyre pressures.
@@themalaailaanaa1347 I rode it and I stand by my words. You can’t hide 300kg, a long wheelbase and long trail. There’s a reason why streetfighters and adventure bikes are the most popular segment for manufacturers. In tight city traffic even those start to show their weight and handling bias compared to pseudo-sumos like a hypermotard 950 or 690smcr. Doesn’t mean the vmax is a bad bike, one of the greatest bikes if I’m completely honest, but I can understand that it’s far from the most practical day to day machine.
@@khakimzhanmirascool....it's not for you.
The last Vmax I saw on the road had 5 police cars behind it.
🤣
A cop walks up to a VMax owner and asks, "do you know why I pulled you over?"
The VMax owner replies...."Because I let you"
@@iamtheoffenderofall So true 👍😂
Not for long !
What some might consider "Wild, in it's natural surroundings.".
I have the 1990 Vmax.
This Motorcycles is the pride of YAMAHA.
From Japan, with love XXX.
One of the baddest sounding bikes I've ever heard was 87 v max with 4 into 1 supertrap on it. Got one on my 1200 bandit.
Ive owned one now for 6 years and have covered over 45000 miles. I absolutely love it. Chews tyres and doesn’t like pottering about.
Thank you for the vlog! That bike is wild
Best engine ever made and put in a motorcycle also always loved the look and style
I like this talk-and-ride style of Vlogging, thanks for shraing.
I used to have a 86 V65 magna when I was in the navy in the early 90's it was a fast bike. The New V- Max I been wanting to get for a while.
Very nice bike and very fast. I purchased a 2019 and I love it.
I like the fact that you added pictures of the motorcycles you mentioned and explained them thoroughly. Great work setting up multiple GoPros!
Thank you.
That's a seriously bad ass machine. Beautiful beast for sure!
Thanks Jeff.I will be looking for the other videos👍
Good purchase. I had a 2015 Vmax. Crashed it in 2016. I miss that bike a lot. Hope i can get one soon. Congratulations on your purchase 🍫🙏
I just discovered your channel because I'm looking to add a 2nd gen vmax to my stable and I just realized we live in the same town. Great job with the videos and hopefully I'll get to see your vmax around town soon.
I think you made the right choice. Love all makes and models, but there's just something about the Vmax. Their aggressive look stands out from anything else.
I was considering a VMax, Fatbob and Rocket 3. Ended up going with the Rocket 3 with fears that the VMax would no longer be produced and boy do I absolutely love it. Also a shaft driven bike and has been a joy for the 10k miles I've put on it so far. Back tire is really expensive though.
I live near a big city and I've seen only 1 VMax and 1 Rocket 3 so far. Both are pretty unique.
The safest thing about these bike are the prices in the fact generally it’s an older generation who can afford them and who will appreciate and understand the power.
The V-Max was banned and un insurable in some states after the first year because of the high fatality rate. I paid 5,500 for mine and it was awesome.
I had that same 1984 Red Nighthawk. GREAT BIKE. Bought new in 11/84 for $2525!
Always liked it, it looks like no other. Badass bike! 1 of a kind definitely great for any collector
Gotta say that my 1984 yamaha Fj 1100 ate up quite a few magna v65s back in the day.
Love the V Max but I'll stick with my 2016 FJR1300. Enjoy your V Max they are a ton of fun !
i call bull on that, i ran quiet a few v maxes back in the day on my gs 1150, and v65’s, they were a good time! my room mate had a fj1100 and it was fast but no threat, by 3 rd gear the race was over, the vmax and v65’s were and still are monsters to 120 mph, but poor air flow starts fighting them.
Love riding those rural farm roads
They are sereal, safe, scenic.
Great video
Thanks 😊
Thank you.
Awesome video. Keep them coming. My dad rode the old 1200 once and until today still can’t keep quiet about it. Subscribed btw.
Thanks for watching, subscribing, and commenting. We all remember our first ride on a VMAX. 😎 My first was a friend’s 1994.
Superb performance, looks, uniqueness, what more can anybody want.
Triumph 2500cc
I have one. It's hard to say, but I feel like someone build it special for me. Perfect bike.
My 2020 Triumph Tiger 1200 has shaft drive. Triple. 140 Horsepower, 91 torks. Great for two up riding and touring. Fits larger riders well - I'm 6'3" and all I had to do was change out the windscreen for a taller Puig model. The big ADV bikes are the new power cruisers, and the blippers and power make them pretty sporty.
I have the 2018 Vmax such a blast to ride
Just got my second gen and I absolutely love it.
So I’m watching this video and the wife walks into the room and ask me why I am smiling. I told her “this guy has the same attitude on motorcycles as I do!”.
Hi Jeff. Congratulations on your purchase. I think you are definition of myself and my mind.
For years I had a 1985 Honda Magna VF750C (I also didn’t like the style of the newer Magna), but my dream was always VMAX.
I ended giving away my Magna, after having her restored, re-chromed... she was just sitting in a shed. That was few years ago.
The dream was always VMAX. The bug bit me out of the blue, when I realised that VMAX is no longer available new in UK and Europe.
It was back in 2016 when Yamaha pulled the plug, due to EUR4 emissions standards.
I overslept and simply missed this.
I bought one on 9/11... of all dates, this year. Used but cherished. From a 66 year old gent, who must've been cleaning her everyday with a toothbrush.
She is 2015 model but looks and rides like brand new.
Cannot wait to see what experiences you have with yours.
And you are absolutely right. There is no other bike that looks and sounds like VMAX. She is an absolute beauty.
Some say: “If God made motorcycles, Devil would make VMAX”
I guess they are right. 😉
Congratulations on the recent purchase of your 2015. Is the color Black Cherry? A lot of us VMAX owners seem to also have a history with the Magna. It’s all part of the V4 Power Cruiser evolution. At some point I will have a short video on the history of the VMAX. Thanks for watching my video. I hope you enjoy your new ride.
@@JeffMarcum She is heavily customised, but with taste. The previous owner had the CAT removed, so she sounds just like thunderstorm. He installed custom LEDs, oil pressure gauge, custom adjustable foot pegs, custom seat. The list goes on and on. He had her painted in a custom carbon red (but I do have original covers). I've also been given all the OEM parts (including catalytic converter). So I can revert to OEM if I wish to, but I don't think I will. She is a beauty to behold. Shame I cannot post you a picture here 😉
The first time I saw VMAX was on my way to Brands Hatch racing track near London to watch some motor racing. I was in a car with my wife and one year old son. We were stuck in traffic trying to get to car park, when VMAX (gen1) pulled alongside our car, directly next to me. My jaw dropped than and I never managed to lift it up since. Generation 2 is even more jaw dropping.
Cannot wait for your vid on history of VMAX. Keep up good work and best of luck.
Just bought one today I haven’t got to ride it yet it want deliver until a couple of weeks but can’t wait
We look for the same features when shopping for our next motorcycle. No chains and as many low maintenance features as possible/easy regular maintenance.
Great video I'm jealous I would love the new V Max my dream bike..I have a 1985 V Max it's a UK model no V Boost ..a few weeks ago I bought another iconic Yamaha a 2006 MT01 I'm absolutely loving it.
Please post as much as you can!!! I'm itching to get one...
New Video every Friday. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for these thoughts. Completely agree on the maintenance loads with chains. I'm considering the VMAX and a Rocket 3, and mainly looking at the Rocket because the modern Triumphs are pretty faithful copies of Japanese engineering. I rode the BMW shafts for a long time and they are well-built machines, but very complex and their system-interdependency (which I believe is a law in Germany) can cause failures to present in odd ways. Good machines, but nowhere near the "fire and forget" reliability of the Japanese brands.
I'll tell you Jeff this thing is badass and this is my first bike I've ever owned ever road it's no joke keep up the good videos absolutely fantastic
You picked a handful for a first bike. This is not the recommended path. 🤣 How many people tried to talk you out of going this route? Thanks for the continued support.
My first bike He's says good grief there's always one...Darwin award hopeful.
Very interesting retrospective! Most unusual. Thanks for sharing! Chi town doesn’t sound fun….☹️😆✌️👍🇺🇸 BTW…Over 525 comments got to tell you something about your channel and the awesomeness of the VMAX! GoldwingMikeNY.
First thing...thank you for riding safely as most of us do. We all know what the Vmax is all about and I'm sure a lot of viewers were expecting you to drop the hammer.
A visit to Thunder in the Valley will reveal a very large riding group who use the Vmax as a touring mount.
Yamaha came out with the new V4 Venture before the Vmax. A photo of the Venture minus bags and fairings revealed a muscle bike, and soon the Vmax took its place alongside the Magna, the Eliminator, and the Madura. The Eliminator was based on the 900cc Ninja's inline 4. The engine in the Madura found life in a big touring bike but the power cruiser wars met the same fate as the muscle car era...yearly insurance premiums equal to the replacement cost of the bike. It is a tribute to Yamaha that the Vmax survives nearly 40 years later.
You mentioned the four exhaust pipes...they echo the original CB750, the Z1, and the 750 Nighthawk, a great UJM of its time.
Yamaha Star makes a V4 touring bike...my brother in law has one and although you can put a pipe on it that makes it sound like a SBC it kills the gas mileage, and that becomes a factor in places like Wyoming and Montana. Thanks for the ride.
Thanks for watching and thanks for the comments. First, if you read all the comments in this thread, you will notice I already mentioned that I took MAX to redline in first gear and would release a video showing that. That’s what tomorrow’s video is about. I hope you like it…all four seconds of it.🤣 That is the extent of my “dropping the hammer”. Like many who ride, maybe most who ride, I like that quick acceleration from the start. That never gets old. However, once I get up to speed, I just as quickly back off. I have no interest in going triple digits, high-speed cornering, racing, etc. I was never into that. I want to live to ride another day. Second, I can appreciate your knowledge of the muscle bikes and other bikes of my era. The Eliminator and Madura were very respectable entries into the battle. It was nice that there were options back then, especially for those who were loyal to their brand. There are no such choices today. Alas, power cruisers have been overshadowed by sport bikes.
Greetings from Portugal! 😉✌️
Hello there. Thanks for watching.
My first street bike was a 1983 Yamaha SECA 750 shaft drive. Loved that bike.
Got my first shaft driving 83 Yamaha 225dx three wheeler. It still runs.
I didn't even know these existed. Found by total accident. It's not my cup of tea but it's a cool bike nevertheless! Glad your enjoying 👍
I had a 2007, 1200 Vmax and liked it so much I brought a 2010, 1700 Vmax. Lots of power I enjoy the ride. Still fun after all these years.
Thanks for sharing
Greetings from the Philipines.
Love your mc so much. Ride safe always sir. Godbless.
Btw. New subscriber ❤️
Thank you for watching and adding comments. Thanks for subscribing as well.
Very nice bike,I had the 1200 b4 and have started looking for a 1700 vmax now.
Ilove it! One day I buy 8. In Godswill ❤❤❤
I had the Honda V45 Magna 84 n I love it , not too heavy n quick, then I sold it n bought the 86 Yamaha VMax 1198 cc till now with 41k miles
My dream motor. Amazing sir god bless always 🙏
Nice as hell,,I'm stuck in 1980 I drive TT500 1980 power unit💪
Why wouldn't you want one. One of the best looking bikes out there. Rode a 2014 vmax, loved it.
I have a very similar story. I tried a buddies v45 magna and loved it, so that weekend found a 84 v65 magna for sale. I rode that bike for years, lived on it . Got out of riding for 20yrs. Got the itch and I was looking for the same qualities I had in the v65. I bought a new vmax also. Love the bike.. except the small tank..lol
It appears a lot of us VMAX 1700 owners have a similar history with the Magna. It would be nice to see Honda produce a V4 cruiser again. Thanks for watching and commenting.
this my dream bike hope to get one soon
Well spoken presentation. Nicely done.
Thank you.
Love it.
Chains are a pain in the ass , I know. That's one very special ride you got there !
I am much younger than you Jeff. My first motorcycle was a 2002 Kawasaki ninja. But my first riding experience was a scooter, 50cc called Charly, when i was 16, back in Vietnam in 1993. Yes and i shared with you the hassle of having carbureted motorcycle. I spent some money to fix my ninja because it was gummed up, too, when i didn't ride and neglected the bike for 13 years. I have a 2002 883 but after watching this video, i have the Vmax in mind. Anyway i live in San Antonio and i get to ride a little longer before the winter comes again.
I love the intro shot with the expensive helmet and cheap jacket.
Great bike, though!
That is a Beautiful bike, always liked the Vmax an d am a fan of shaft drive bikes. Still have my 83 KZ1100 now am on a Goldwing. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for watching. Like I mentioned, the Goldwing is in my crosshairs. When I start shopping for that, I’ll post videos...if the dealerships let me record.
Just got a beater v65 magna love it a comfy couch that rips!
No abs
Lol I had a 2015 vmax best bike I ever had so comfortable it handled like a sports bike and oh my god it was fast but unfortunately I had to sell it in 2018 2 years no bike I’m now in a 1983 650 nighthawk and it’s a cracking little bike .your vmax looks proper sweet looking forward to your next video
The MAX is a very comfortable bike which surprises people. I miss my Nighthawk. It must feel like a feather compared to this beast. Thanks for watching and commenting. New video every Friday.
If these weren't so expensive I'd definitly buy one. I had a 1985 yanaha vmax earlier this year and was fun, would love another one day. Wallet only allows cheap bikes at the moment lol. Im actually heading to see a 1975 suzuki gt750 water buffalo this morning. Always wanted a triple 2 stroke and finally should be able to land one.
great buy!! nice color!! is the best bike i ever have !! i will buy again if i need to
Nice! Got my vmax in March. Such a hassle to buy.... dealerships in a whole region may be selling ONE vmax.. lol.
Like u I feared that vmax was gonna get killed, so I stepped up my pursuit and got lucky. There were only 3 in 600mile radius from where I live.... essentially one in 3 nearby states. They so rare it's like they are sold on consignment.
But I got lucky and cut through the fat.
I see ppl online change out the exhaust, but as u said, that quad look is hot ,I will never change that.
Congrats
Thanks. I had to go 180 miles in a different state to get mine. If that one would not have existed, the next closest one was about 500 miles. If you haven't done so already, check out my other video on my purchase experience. Your story sounds similar to what I describe in that video. My exhaust would be the last thing I would mod. I will be doing a video on mods I will NOT be making. 😎
I have two V4s. VFR 1200F and a Royalstar tour deluxe, both shaft drive, both V4, both very torque(y) and has a lot of powell at any gear.
Very nice. The first generation of the Royal Star Venture is where Yamaha got the engine for the original VMAX. V4s rock!
I own a 2011 Vmax and a 1992 Vmax 1300 (Venture engine with Vmax cams, gears etc. bolted on) and love both.
GREAT now I want one ,was thinking Harley but, I had a vmax in the 90s now I miss it
Nothing wrong with American Harley. I bought 2020 road king, ultra smooth and hella strong . Either way, it’s not a measuring contest rooster.
Badass bro ..
I’ve had many bikes in my life. 14 Japanese bikes including a 2006 vmax and my last three have been Harley Davidsons. I love my Harley Davidsons I have to be honest. They have been reliable and give the impression they have “soul”. The only bike I would trade my road glide for is the second generation VMAX. It has an essence of power and soul and a fearful disposition you can’t find in any motorcycle nowadays. Just like the Harley, you get the impression there’s a monster in the chassis and I love it
Great video and it turns out that you nailed it… RIP V-Max!!! You were right. It’s gone. I think it’s really cool that you bought the 2020 as it turns out it’s the last year of production. Better than the 2019 as far as bragging rights!!! You now own the “newest” V-Max that anyone will be able to purchase!!!!
Yes, I’m glad the motorcycle bug bit me this year rather than next year. Thanks for watching.
I have a 2015 VMAX. My dream bike, I bought it for a retirement present to myself. Best bike ever!
Great present idea!! Oh, but dont forget you still have your wifey around, just incase you forget her when you sail out into the wildblueyonder on your first maiden voyage? Ha! (@@)
Jeff I have 4 Harleys,a Ducati XDIAVEL,and a couple of other bikes,,,but my most favorite is MY 2020 V MAX,,,,LOVE IT!!!!!!
MAX stands apart from all others. It may not be as functional or as efficient as other bikes, but its fun factor is hard to beat!
Picked up a 2nd Gen VMX1700 in January 2020 for $9,400 after finding out they were discontinued - as mentioned in the video. It had $5K of upgrades, factory bags, and paint with 10,000 on the odometer. Just bought a 30th anniversary Goldwing GL1800 last week for $3K less than the VMX1700. It still looks shiny and showroom new. Also have a 1997 Vmax 1200 I turned into a Mad Max machine and love tearing up the asphalt with that bike. Both the VMAX bikes will be keepers. Gen 1 and 2 VMAX machines will be the weekend hot rods. Never thought I would buy an "old man" bike, but it is an interesting flat 6 cylinder machine displacing 1,832 cc's that gets redlined often from 1st up into 3rd. Gets almost 40 miles per gallon with a 6.74 gallon tank and has the same torque as the 2nd Gen VMAX. The VMX 1700 tank is 4 gallons with almost a gallon of that as reserve and she drinks it quick ( But I didn't buy the VMAX bikes for mileage). The Wing will be a daily driver on those days I have to go into work (Telework has dropped from 100 percent to 45 percent - for now). Did not care for the new version Goldwing starting in 2018 as the 6th generation. But that auto DCT transmission is piquing my interest..... Been on Harleys since the early 1980s and now the Fatboy is just for when the mood strikes. So far, it's been collecting dust.
Hey Flash, That is a nice collection of bikes you have. I feel the Gold Wing just keeps getting better with each iteration. I always felt the fifth generation was a game changer over the 1500, especially with the styling. I feel the same way with 2018+ generation. I will be getting the DCT model. Interesting that the latest generation is 1833cc. I haven’t found any info on where they got that additional cc. 🤣😂😅 Anyway, my VMAX will also be my keeper, while I will possibly be getting newer models of the Gold Wing and other bikes. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
I love the looks of this VMAX in the all-black color. Really suits this bike, I think. I don't think I'd ever buy one because acceleration is somewhat like a drug, and you always want more.... I'd probably lose my license if I owned that bike. So, better that I don't. I would love to test ride one someday though!
I love that bike☺️
Jeff you have a very nice bike . I would love to have one . And I know it is a fast bike. I love that color.
My first bike was that same 650. Great machine
Is a beautiful motorcycle I love it👍🏼
I can understand why you like your VMAX so much. That other thing...it's a monster bike too!
Beauty. Best looking muscle cruiser out there, in my opinion...
Jeff have you done any tight canyon runs with this? I can't find enough I fo on these hitting curve's, or how it handles at low parking lot speed. I can't remember how it felt when I rode it in 08
If you are into hitting turns quick then you will be very disappointed with a V-max or any other shaft driven bike, Chain driven bikes are much much better.
Howdy Jeff! I had a friend that traveled the same path as you - Nighthawk 650 to V65. Fine bikes, rode them both. I ended up with an 87' Vmax - awesome bike. I have had the great fortune to ride several fast bikes in their time , Kawi 1000 Eliminator, ZX-10 , GSX-R1100 - nothing to date scared me like the Max . How I miss it! You take care out there when bending the laws of physics! =)
Thanks for sharing. That Eliminator was a beast. If I remember correctly, that rear tire was huge, at least for that era. It made the rear tire on my Magna look like a bicycle tire. 🤣
I was lucky enough to find a first gen vmax with only 8k miles on it as my first bike 3 yrs ago. I perfer the first gen looks over the second gen. But the second gen is still one hell of a bike.
I had a 01 Vmax, and wish I still had it. Took a hit on it, sold it cheap, because of the second gear issue. I now have a victory Vegas which is fun/pretty quick. But I'm thinking about a second gen vmax. Watching this video also peaked my interest in a nighthawk as a second for fun bike
Smart decision. ! mine is a first
gen 1200 and it is very reliable , has
the v boost as well. R
As a Gen I owner of a '92 version since 2007, I've been a fan of the Gen II and would love to have one at some point. $$ is my current hold up for doing so. I hope you enjoy yours for as long as you decide to keep it :)
Thanks for watching and sharing. I don’t see myself getting rid of this one. It will probably out live me. 😳
One of the best bikes out there period.
That bike cries out for one of those old style Lexan Saeng fairings. I had one on my 1100 midnight special, it was awesome, in form function and looks...
Thats a beast
beautiful bike
Like you my first bike in 84. 750 virago. I had a v65 sabre as well. I have not rode other then few times in Europe over the last 20 years or so. Likley to go back in with an old school concourse or st1100 now. You have a hell of a bike for a guy getting back in after awhile. Nice story.
Thank you. It would be nice if Honda brought back the ST. They have no longer have a sport touring bike similar to a Concourse or FJR.
The 650 and 700 (Nighthawk S) were great bikes. I had the the Nighthawk S and loved it. Traded it in on a Suzuki 1150 and what a mistake that turned out to be! Still miss that Honda.
The 1150 is legendary
Badass!
I dig it..my friend has 2018. But I'd like to get a rocket 3r just because it too has a radical 3 pipe design that's unique and a 240 rear tire looks equally badass. Plus electronic aides and such. What're your thoughts?
Triumph was not an option because there are no dealers within three hours of me.
I've had 2 Honda Magna motorcycles and I loved them both. They ARE fast too. Enjoy your V-Max.
I don’t know why but when the Vmax first came out I didn’t care for it and then over the years it’s grown on me because no one else has really come close to that style
Yamaha made the VMAX to put the VROD to shame, I still think my 02 VTX 1800C is better than all the bikes you mentioned combined.
@@ChaNnArD-mD actually the 750Magma spanks the Big VTX at the drag strip.... The Big VTX has more top end tho.
Also Yammy made the OG VMAX to beat the V65 Magna....
@@shane35fowler I don't care, my 02 VTX 1800C is the greatest motorcycle on the planet!
@@ChaNnArD-mD Good Bike.... But still in production? Guess not ever
Love my 83 Yamaha 650 XJ Seca Turbo Shaft drive 👍❤
there are a few about here in the UK they are awesome bikes and seriously quick in a straight line
I ran a 10 sec 1/4 mile on my 85, I loved that bike.
If I remember right, back in the day, it was the fastest production bike in the 1/4 mile
Jeff, I believe you and I have shared experiences and in the same age group. As a 16 yo in 1983, I had the first Honda V65 Magna in my hometown and it was FUN!! I like it so much that I bought it 3 times. However, I never owned a Yamaha VMax until September 2020 when I stumbled across a Galaxy Blue 2016 in showroom condition. The bike is basically a Saturn V with wheels and handlebars for men who need that adrenalin rush every so often.
A lot of us who own a VMAX also have a history with the Magna. It’s the natural progression. 😁 Only folks our age will understand the Saturn V reference. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@@JeffMarcum LOL Indeed! We are like fine wine, we get better with age, and we have seen a lot of history! Today was the 35th anniversary of Challenger. :-( In 1985-1986, a motorcycle magazine reported that Honda had a 'fire-breathing v65 Magna prototype" to counter the VMAX1200, but Honda decided not to escalate the horsepower wars because nice 'Honda people' don't need 200+ hp on a motorcycle. I wonder... did any images of that Honda V65 Magna gen2 ever leak to the Internet? -Ed
@@observationman35 High fatality numbers and Insurance companies refusing to insure some Motorcycles ended the speed wars of the 1980s
I love the VMAX like you ive been riding since the 80s my first bike was a honda interceptor 750, the only thing keeping me buying the VMAX was is low milleage fuel tank capacity so i went and bought a kawasaki concours instead no chain maintenance on this bike too but i can go on long trip without fueling every 120 miles, great video.
Thank you. Good choice with the Kawasaki.
Man, I forgot all about that. I took a 1800 mile rode trip with a few buddies and they would just keep going while I would pull over every 110 miles to fuel up.
This is the best bike I ever rode! It blew my 07 HD softail deluxe 94 c.i out of the water in both performance and rideability.
Well I would hope so.