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[jcl2vmax]

Howdy all- been here awhile as a lurker/member/donor. I've been in the shutup and learn mode. I acquired a 2006 Vmax with 2K miles a year ago. Per recommendations here I went with the Metzler 170 rear and Odyssey battery, both right on the mark mods. I also own an FJR 1300, bought new in 2009. It is a fine motorcycle and good at many things, but it just doesn't do it for me like the Max. i will keep the FJR for long distance but when I want to ride a fun motorcycle I will ride the Max. This is a great source of information for this bike. Thanks for everything!unk:

 

[PATMAX]

Welcome and I have same mods. Had to add some foam to my battery box for tight fit. Love the FJR too and test rode the maroon one. Wish I could afford a forth bike! Post pics as we love checking out the competition. Just remember, my bike is better than your bike!


When in doubt...Gas it !!!

 

[BorgBiker]

Hey, Welcome!

I'm also a long time lurker who finally got with the program. Mine's a 1996. Congrats on the 2006! These guys really know their stuff, and are very patient with questions they've heard a thousand times.

-Marcus

 

[twistedmax]

Wecome aboard guys, Im sure in no time you'll be helping the rest of us with whatever it is you can.We all have something to offer.

 

[sdt354]

Wecome to a great Forum Guys. We look forward to hearing from you more.
Steve-o

 

[DMAN999]

We're always glad to hear from some new VMax Addicted members.
And I can also say there are some great members here and a tremendous amount of Information on anything to do with our pride and joy (aka the Yamaha VMax).

 

[bazwell]

G'day and welcome! :biglaugh:

 

[jcl2vmax]

Just seeing if I can attach pics. If it works: the the bag on the rear seat is a Kuryakin Gran Tour, the windshield is from Rifle. I know a lot of you guys probably don't like a cruiser type windshield but this one is great if you spend a lot of time on the highways. It gives the right amount of ventilation and I can actually hear the stock exhaust up to about 55 mph.