Thinking of buying a Vmax?

Question

I would like peoples opinions of the Vmax. I may buy a 2003 with 4000 miles on it. Any thoughts?

The selling price is 7995.00 firm. The bike is mint though. Is that a decent price?

I have enough experience. They don't go that good anyways. Top end is only about 130-135.

Answer 1

go for it! i have a 2001 and it's by far the best bike i ever had. i paid just over 7000 new. only mechanical problem is hot start but i just let it sit for 5 or 10 minutes to cool down and it's good to go. i really should check that out though.

Answer 2

I had a 1993 Vmax that had $3500 in engine work when new to boost HP. Different cam, larger polished carbs and Vance Hines exhaust. The bike sounded like a small block with headers.
I bought it with around 3500 miles on it from a friend that needed money.
I loved that bike but someone made me the right offer so I sold it.
It now had 10,000 miles and he offered $2000 more than I paid.
He had it 2 weeks and wrecked it.

It is an awesome bike but definitely not for the inexperienced.

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Answer 3

They were real quick in the day but 1984 FZR 1000 has faster acceleration, top speed and handles. BUT...V-Max with some mods, 210 bhp, it still wont go round corners, doesnt like anything but billiard table smooth and is insane fun.

Answer 4

lota bang for the buck,ultimate wheelie and burnout machine.Dale Walker holshot performance makes a bunch of go faster goodies for it as well.If you want to go fast in a straight line this is the bike for you.

Answer 5

Nice bikes, but high to insure.