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Atlas68 · 05-12-2008, 12:27 PM

On Friday afternoon I bought an '05 Anniversary Edition Vmax. It was a one owner (retired guy), 9700 km's, in mint condition. Only had a chance to put on 100 k's or so, but first impression is WOW!
This bike has totally surpassed my expectations.
I loved the handling and styling of my M50, but when in a playful mood, found myself longing for more of a thrill.
The Max more than delivers. Even keeping the rev's below 6000 RPM's (the point when VBoost kicks in), this bike is thrilling. My cheeks are sore from the ear to ear grin. I'll admit that seeing the M go to a good home was a sad day, but the experience of owning a VMax has made the transition easier to bear.
I'll keep you posted on feedback as I get more seat time.
Cheers, Atlas.

geoffsimpson · 05-12-2008, 12:36 PM

I've never cared for the 'look' of the v-max...but the performance....ooooohhhhhh. Congrats Atlas...that things a THUG!

**intimid8er** · 05-12-2008, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atlas68

On Friday afternoon I bought an '05 Anniversary Edition Vmax. It was a one owner (retired guy), 9700 km's, in mint condition. Only had a chance to put on 100 k's or so, but first impression is WOW!
This bike has totally surpassed my expectations.
I loved the handling and styling of my M50, but when in a playful mood, found myself longing for more of a thrill.
The Max more than delivers. Even keeping the rev's below 6000 RPM's (the point when VBoost kicks in), this bike is thrilling. My cheeks are sore from the ear to ear grin. I'll admit that seeing the M go to a good home was a sad day, but the experience of owning a VMax has made the transition easier to bear.
I'll keep you posted on feedback as I get more seat time.
Cheers, Atlas.

How you could bring yourself to own such a turd, I'll never know?

J/K man....

Congrats, enjoy, and be careful the first few hundred miles. Get to know the bike for a while. Then rip and roll!

**Clint** · 05-12-2008, 01:53 PM

Nice! I'm glad you feel well-paired to your new ride. That's really what matters.

robertc729 · 05-13-2008, 04:09 PM

Congrats

blackie1491 · 05-13-2008, 07:52 PM

At least the Wife has a backrest now!!!

texrider · 05-13-2008, 07:57 PM

They're a hoot, eh?!!

LCA_koolaid37 · 05-14-2008, 11:03 AM

Aye, matey... I'ma glad ye found a bike ye adore, but like others have said... she ain't the purttiest wench in the tavern.

**intimid8er** · 05-14-2008, 12:16 PM

Is today "Talk Like a Pirate Day" already????

I can never remember when that is?

chiddly · 05-14-2008, 02:37 PM

Arrrrrrrrrrrr!

SNAFU · 05-15-2008, 02:28 AM

Congrats on the new ride Atlas, nice bike.

Atlas68 · 05-15-2008, 03:08 AM

Thanks all.
I've always thought the Max exudes a true musclebike look, a cruiser on the juice shall we say. I've always loved the look and the power.

I can't believe my ears that some here fail to see, what has virtualy remained unchanged for 22 years and has garnered a cult following in the process, a finely tuned aesthetic marvel.
Sheesh...If your wife looked the same today as she did 22 years ago, you'd be parading her around for the world to see!

Good thing there's a bike for everyone. Remember gents, (so they say), the ugly ones aim to please...and this bike put's out 'til I can't take no more.

blackie1491 · 05-15-2008, 11:47 AM

Hey, I am sorry to hear your wife cut you off!!!!

ps; You still owe me a coffee!!!

omegajim · 05-15-2008, 11:52 AM

congrats, I considered buying one, then realized the amount of raw unmitigated power would be too much temptation at all the wrong times.

The bike magazines call the v max "like an alligator, unchanged over time and eats anything that gets in its way."

Jimmydee · 05-15-2008, 06:28 PM

I had one for 5 years and they are fun to say the least. Go easy, they can get away from you with out too much problem. One thing I want to warn you about is a hard shift at about 70 mph into third. The front will pop up and when it comes back down you will get a wild wobble. It comes from the frame twisting.
And never extend your hand over the throttle to get a full hand on it. You will have the ride of your life. It will be a balance between burning the tire and keeping the front end down. Don't ask how I know. :

I've said in the past, nothing scares me much but that Mr Max did a bunch.
Jim

geoffsimpson · 05-20-2008, 04:46 PM

I'm constantly surprised that a Shaft driven bike could be such an ANIMAL! I always asume that the lunatic fringe would be riden on a chain drive?

< Now i'm doubting myself, it is a shaft drive right?>

Atlas68 · 05-20-2008, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geoffsimpson

I'm constantly surprised that a Shaft driven bike could be such an ANIMAL! I always asume that the lunatic fringe would be riden on a chain drive?

< Now i'm doubting myself, it is a shaft drive right?>

You sir, are correct. Although a popular mod for this bike is a chain conversion, as if the rear wheel needs any more HP.

Jayhawk · 05-21-2008, 12:08 AM

Congrats! '07 Max owner, here. Welcome to the party.

Atlas68 · 05-21-2008, 08:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blackie1491

Hey, I am sorry to hear your wife cut you off!!!!

ps; You still owe me a coffee!!!

LOL Bob. Thankfully I can laugh at a statement such as this. And regards the coffee, I'm sure with interest I'm on the hook for the full TH combo.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayhawk

Congrats! '07 Max owner, here. Welcome to the party.

Hey Jayhawk! Good on you! Fill out your profile. Where's home?
Evidently we're in the minority here. We've got work to do my friend.

omegajim · 05-21-2008, 12:08 PM

the real advantage of the chain drive, besides less power loss is torque.

Under hard acceleration, the rear of the bike will actually lift from the rotational torque from the drive shaft. Or something like that.

Knew a guy in college who had a 750 Yamaha Seca. Under hard acceleration the rear tire would actually fishtail. It was a pretty scary sight to see.

05-12-2008, 12:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
Atlas68 Sit speling cheker Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 SOLD '05 Anniversary Edition VMax Location: Vancouver B.C. Canada Posts: 1,717	There's a New VMax in the House On Friday afternoon I bought an '05 Anniversary Edition Vmax. It was a one owner (retired guy), 9700 km's, in mint condition. Only had a chance to put on 100 k's or so, but first impression is WOW! This bike has totally surpassed my expectations. I loved the handling and styling of my M50, but when in a playful mood, found myself longing for more of a thrill. The Max more than delivers. Even keeping the rev's below 6000 RPM's (the point when VBoost kicks in), this bike is thrilling. My cheeks are sore from the ear to ear grin. I'll admit that seeing the M go to a good home was a sad day, but the experience of owning a VMax has made the transition easier to bear. I'll keep you posted on feedback as I get more seat time. Cheers, Atlas. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Rudeness is a weak man's imitation of strength. SuperTrapp Exhaust

05-12-2008, 12:36 PM	#2 (permalink)
geoffsimpson Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 * 1983 GS750E Cafe Racer project Location: Prince George BC Posts: 3,111	I've never cared for the 'look' of the v-max...but the performance....ooooohhhhhh. Congrats Atlas...that things a THUG! __________________ Please Note: All opinions contained herein are worth exactly what you paid for them. It's true that every time you hear a bell ring, an angel gets its wings... But what they don't tell you is that every time you hear a mouse trap "snap", and Angel gets set on fire... Grey * De-badged * V & H Straightshots w/ Thunder-Monster Baffles and Billet Hot-Tips * POWAH COMMANDAH!! * Kury Wide Style Levers * Kury Zombie Pegs (what's left of them) * Johnskit Forward Controls * Johnskit 2.5" Lowering Kit * Carbon Fibre-esque Trim kit * your mom * Memphis Shades HellCat windshield * Passenger Backrest * Baddass MO-FO behind the bars * Metz 880's w/ lettering * Flamed Thunder MFG Teardrop Intake *

05-13-2008, 07:57 PM	#7 (permalink)
texrider Sprocket Pilot Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '04 Vulcan 2000, '05 VTX1800 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 858	They're a hoot, eh?!! Attached Thumbnails __________________ "Sprocket to me, baby!"

05-14-2008, 11:03 AM	#8 (permalink)
LCA_koolaid37 Eternal Vigilante Joined: Sep 2006 Bike: 2001 VZ800 Location: MO Posts: 1,272	Aye, matey... I'ma glad ye found a bike ye adore, but like others have said... she ain't the purttiest wench in the tavern. __________________

05-14-2008, 12:16 PM	#9 (permalink)
intimid8er It's A Conspiracy Joined: May 2005 Bike: '06 XB12X Location: 30 41'47.99" N 83 11'26.54" W Hold My Beer Posts: 9,795	Is today "Talk Like a Pirate Day" already???? I can never remember when that is? __________________ Song Pick of the Week 10/08 The Butthole Surfer's - Who Was In My Room Last Night? <Insert nothing original in this space>

05-13-2008, 04:09 PM	#5 (permalink)
robertc729 Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: 05 Boulevard C50 LE, 06 S40 (wife's bike) Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 4,040	Congrats

05-13-2008, 07:52 PM	#6 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,247	At least the Wife has a backrest now!!!

05-14-2008, 02:37 PM	#10 (permalink)
chiddly Kickstand Operator Joined: Jun 2007 Bike: 1991 Yamaha Roadstar Location: Thornton, CO Posts: 291	Arrrrrrrrrrrr!

05-15-2008, 02:28 AM	#11 (permalink)
SNAFU Leaned over, knee down Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '06 M50 Black Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 4,876	Congrats on the new ride Atlas, nice bike. __________________

05-15-2008, 03:08 AM	#12 (permalink)
Atlas68 Sit speling cheker Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 SOLD '05 Anniversary Edition VMax Location: Vancouver B.C. Canada Posts: 1,717	Thanks all. I've always thought the Max exudes a true musclebike look, a cruiser on the juice shall we say. I've always loved the look and the power. I can't believe my ears that some here fail to see, what has virtualy remained unchanged for 22 years and has garnered a cult following in the process, a finely tuned aesthetic marvel. Sheesh...If your wife looked the same today as she did 22 years ago, you'd be parading her around for the world to see! Good thing there's a bike for everyone. Remember gents, (so they say), the ugly ones aim to please...and this bike put's out 'til I can't take no more. __________________ Rudeness is a weak man's imitation of strength. SuperTrapp Exhaust

05-15-2008, 11:47 AM	#13 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,247	Hey, I am sorry to hear your wife cut you off!!!! ps; You still owe me a coffee!!!

05-15-2008, 11:52 AM	#14 (permalink)
omegajim M-J.Com Lifetime Achievement Award Joined: Jan 2007 Bike: 1980 Yamaha XS850 Location: Washington County, WI Posts: 6,062	congrats, I considered buying one, then realized the amount of raw unmitigated power would be too much temptation at all the wrong times. The bike magazines call the v max "like an alligator, unchanged over time and eats anything that gets in its way." __________________ "FREE TIBET!"* With purchase of one Tibet of equal or greater value.

05-15-2008, 06:28 PM	#15 (permalink)
Jimmydee In Training Joined: Oct 2007 Bike: 2007 Stratoliner S Location: West Michigan Posts: 112	I had one for 5 years and they are fun to say the least. Go easy, they can get away from you with out too much problem. One thing I want to warn you about is a hard shift at about 70 mph into third. The front will pop up and when it comes back down you will get a wild wobble. It comes from the frame twisting. And never extend your hand over the throttle to get a full hand on it. You will have the ride of your life. It will be a balance between burning the tire and keeping the front end down. Don't ask how I know. : I've said in the past, nothing scares me much but that Mr Max did a bunch. Jim

05-20-2008, 04:46 PM	#16 (permalink)
geoffsimpson Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 * 1983 GS750E Cafe Racer project Location: Prince George BC Posts: 3,111	I'm constantly surprised that a Shaft driven bike could be such an ANIMAL! I always asume that the lunatic fringe would be riden on a chain drive? < Now i'm doubting myself, it is a shaft drive right?> __________________ Please Note: All opinions contained herein are worth exactly what you paid for them. It's true that every time you hear a bell ring, an angel gets its wings... But what they don't tell you is that every time you hear a mouse trap "snap", and Angel gets set on fire... Grey * De-badged * V & H Straightshots w/ Thunder-Monster Baffles and Billet Hot-Tips * POWAH COMMANDAH!! * Kury Wide Style Levers * Kury Zombie Pegs (what's left of them) * Johnskit Forward Controls * Johnskit 2.5" Lowering Kit * Carbon Fibre-esque Trim kit * your mom * Memphis Shades HellCat windshield * Passenger Backrest * Baddass MO-FO behind the bars * Metz 880's w/ lettering * Flamed Thunder MFG Teardrop Intake *

05-21-2008, 12:08 AM	#18 (permalink)
Jayhawk Newbie Joined: May 2008 Posts: 5	Congrats! '07 Max owner, here. Welcome to the party.

05-21-2008, 12:08 PM	#20 (permalink)
omegajim M-J.Com Lifetime Achievement Award Joined: Jan 2007 Bike: 1980 Yamaha XS850 Location: Washington County, WI Posts: 6,062	the real advantage of the chain drive, besides less power loss is torque. Under hard acceleration, the rear of the bike will actually lift from the rotational torque from the drive shaft. Or something like that. Knew a guy in college who had a 750 Yamaha Seca. Under hard acceleration the rear tire would actually fishtail. It was a pretty scary sight to see. __________________ "FREE TIBET!"* With purchase of one Tibet of equal or greater value.

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