1998 Yamaha reviews

Two years ago when I decided to retire my '83 CB1100F I went looking for a new bike. Maybe a Harleyna, didn't want a cruiser. Maybe a crotch rocketna, I didn't seem to balance out until about 90 m.p.h. I didn't care for the Bandit and the ZRX1100 was not available. So by default more than anything else I figured I might as well try one of these V-Max things. After all, 80's technology had worked for me for the last 15 years ... why not the next 15? So went out and bought a new '98 VMX12. Babied it for about the first 600 miles. Started easing up the tach ever so carefully, another 1000 RPM with each 100 miles. At a 1000 miles I changed the oil and gave her HELL! Holy moly! What a motor! I mean this thing hauled butt like NOTHING I had ever ridden before! Unfortunately for me, that is about all it did. Now, two years later, I've added a backrest for my friends (keeps em from falling off), a Corbin seat for my butt, hindle exhaust for my ears and image, a superbike brace and progressive suspension pieces front and rear for the twisties. Now I can honestly say ... What A Bike!!! It truly is something special. Show less

This is the first bike I've owned and it has made a great impression on me. If I do move up to a bigger bike it will be the 1100 classic. You cannot beat the looks and ride on this machine and the accessories are endless, plus it gets a lot of attention. Show less

With the release of the race-oriented R6, the yzf600r is often overlooked. But this bike can really haul with the best of the new bunch. Ok, so it's not going to pull throttle wheelies from stop, but it will get you from point A to B fast and without a sore a**. It's ergonomics are comfortable enough to make it a sport tourer yet it is nimble enough to turn quickly and effortlessly. Can you tell that I like my bike? Commuting through New York City is a breeze, it's just locking up that's a hassle. Show less

I've had 5 bikes and this one is by far the most fun to ride! There's nothing like doing a 35-40 mph rolling burnie... It's comfortable and POWERFULL!!! Let's not forget V-Boost either. Let the tach hit 6000rpm and get ready to really hold on. I know I'm going to hold on to this bike for a good long while. Show less

Great bike, good control. Except both front suspension and rear shock a little too soft for hardcore racing style. Feedback would be better if suspensions and shock were to be upgraded. Front brake has excellent stopping power. Bike looks racy and it can always catch up with the bunch. Sitting position is very comfortable and cushion is plushy. I would prefer this bike than Kawi Ninja ZX6-E or Honda CBR600F3. Tall handle bar is good for whole day riding. A little bit heavy to steer into sharp turns though but midrange power delivery is smooth. Overall this bike performs good together with the others and it is a very capable sports bike without sacrificing your comfort. You will actually be surprised at what it can do for you. Get yours in blue and white color, chicks will love it. Show less

It's a great overall bike. Not the best at cornering. But not as bad as they are made out to be, you just have to lean a little harder. A whole bunch of fun to ride. Show less