There are few motorcycles in history that have earned the kind of cult status the Yamaha V-Max commands. Introduced in 1985, the V-Max redefined what a performance motorcycle could be — raw, visceral, and utterly unlike anything else on the road. This 1996 Black Max edition takes that formula and wraps it in an all-business, sinister black finish that suits the V-Max's muscle bike character perfectly.
 
With just 12,700km — 7,936 miles — on the clock, this is an exceptionally low-mileage example of one of motorcycling's most iconic machines. At nearly 30 years old, finding a V-Max in this condition is increasingly rare.
 
The specification adds to the appeal. A Kerker exhaust system delivers an even more aggressive exhaust note that does justice to the 1198cc V4 engine and its legendary V-Boost system, while a fly screen adds a purposeful, custom touch to the front end.
 
The V-Max was never about compromise — it was about performance, presence, and attitude. At R115,000, this Black Max is an opportunity to own a genuine piece of motorcycle history that turns heads today just as it did in 1996. Contact Smiths Motorcycles to arrange a viewing or test ride.