BMW K 1200 LT 2009 vs. Yamaha V-MAX 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Yamaha V-MAX 2009

Yamaha V-MAX 2009

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Technical Specifications BMW K 1200 LT 2009 compared to Yamaha V-MAX 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009
Yamaha V-MAX 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore70.5 mmBore90 mm
StrokeStroke75 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power116 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque120 NmTorque166.8 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.3
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears5
DisplacementDisplacement1.171 ccmDisplacement1,679 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height770 mmSeat Height775 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight387 kgDry Weight310 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity24 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Yamaha V-MAX 2009

Yamaha V-MAX 2009

The big Vmax from Yamaha is a unique bike. This applies to the technical side, with the largest V4 engine in a bike of all time, as well as to the emotional side of riding a Vmax. Few bikes can offer such brute grunt in every riding situation, and even fewer of them are cruisers. Although its stubborn turning behaviour detracts from the riding pleasure, the seating position is quite cramped and the sound could be more indicative of the massive displacement, the propulsion is addictive. The Vmax 1700 is definitely a niche product, but also an absolutely awe-inspiring, unique bike.

Very powerful V4 engine, with an insane amount of torque in every situation

Well-damped suspension

Beautiful workmanship

Very potent brakes

High fuel consumption

seating position rather cramped with a wide leg spread

extremely stubborn steering behaviour of the used test machine

suspension cannot fully suppress movements when leaning

sound of the powerful V4 could be more perceptible

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW K 1200 LT vs Yamaha V-MAX

Price BMW K 1200 LT

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Price Yamaha V-MAX

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