Yamaha V-MAX 2010 vs. Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

Yamaha V-MAX 2010

Yamaha V-MAX 2010

Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

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Overview - Yamaha V-MAX 2010 vs Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

Yamaha V-MAX 2010

Yamaha V-MAX 2010

Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

Technical Specifications Yamaha V-MAX 2010 compared to Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

Yamaha V-MAX 2010
Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90 mmBore106 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke67.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power199 HPEngine power162 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque166.8 NmTorque127.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
DisplacementDisplacement1,679 ccmDisplacement1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width200 mmRear tyre width240 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height45 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,395 mmLength2,257 mm
HeightHeight1,190 mmHeight1,192 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,700 mmWheelbase1,590 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height775 mmSeat Height770 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha V-MAX 2010

Yamaha V-MAX 2010

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

Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

Ducati Diavel Carbon 2014

No matter how you look at it, it's hard to pick a winner with two such independent cruisers. In terms of handling, the Ducati Davel has the edge, of course, especially in tighter terrain, where it benefits from better lean angle clearance and a sportier riding position. The fact that these two fundamentally different motorbikes are nevertheless in the same segment shows once again how well manufacturers now know how to fill even the smallest and most extravagant niche with interesting machines.

Engine as powerful as it is refined

brutal acceleration

unusual appearance

agile handling despite wide 240 rear tyre

taut chassis

very good brakes.

Shoes/boots are abraded when driven fast

jerks when pushed

does not allow comfortable cruising

very high price in the carbon version.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha V-MAX vs Ducati Diavel Carbon

Price Yamaha V-MAX

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