Diavel vs V-Max quarter mile race

Ducati Diavel vs Yamaha VMax: quarter mile drag race.
Gara di accelerazione sul quarto di miglio, 402 metri, con partenza da fermo.

[@alimoraddjalali5498]

Own a 2012 Vmax, it is a masterpiece of engineering. Vmax is a very unique bike. long live Japanese engineering:))

[@MrGrxxx123]

vmax.........kicking ass since 1985!

[@petitflocon647]

Vmax can't follow any mopped when the road turn since 1985

[@alanwhiteside410]

I bought a brand new Vmax in 1985 the first year they were made and the best looking year I might add. Paid $5K for it. Then I bought a new 1993 Harley-Davidson Softail Custom and a friend talked me into selling the Vmax to him wish I would have kept it, he sold it later on. I still have the Softail and I bought a new 2016 Harley-Davidson Limited. I wished that Vmax would have had forward controls and a longer swing arm and a chain for the final drive. It was bad ass!

[@davidjolicoeurmusicfornore8671]

I have a 2006 and it still kicks butt!!

[@Tuesdaysgonewtw]

V-max is a straight liner for sure.

[@ZombieZim713]

until now. discontinued and even if it wasn't the latest Diavel can cut 9.9's stock. cya antiquated vmax.

[@aluisious]

Wow, still won even with the outta whack start. It's powerful as hell for sure.

[@doylee469]

Exactly what I was thinking... Boy that vmax is pretty special. When I decide to go from sport bikes to cruisers this vmax will make the transition easy.

[@GTARockman]

People say that like this is what everyone is supposed to do. Am I supposed to start riding cruisers now that I am 50? Not me!~

[@Gpuma83]

Less money more bike 🏍

[@Gpuma83]

Joe D you got that rite.

[@TheMarky26]

@@GTARockman ive always rode sport bikes too..But you have to admit cruisers are way more comfortable..Im not even 40 yet and after doing a long ride on a cruiser I'm thinking about buying one. Its so much more comfortable..

[@PureCountryof91]

Honestly the output for a stock V-Max is over 200 horsepower! Not sure about the Ducati but the V-Max Has always been a beast on the streets! I want 1... Of each!

[@MrUltraworld]

Those bikes were amazing. The acceleration was brutal, talk about an arm straightener. I love those bikes.

[@darrinmarchand2092]

Well a good 1985 vmax had 145 hp did the quater mile in 10.80. This vmax has 190 hp, and stock seen them in the 9's. Weight has nothing to do with it. Power to weight ratio does. The Duc is simply under powered. In that race the Duc got off the line good. The vmax layed rubber out of the hole and still won. People can say what they want about the vmax, but from its inception its always been a straight line BEAST.

[@FAA-DPE]

Proud owner of a new 2019 V-Max All Raven Black of course...

[@doylee469]

Ripcord vids?

[@ralphthenightmare8255]

How is the handling?

[@jared2661able]

Rode off on my 2020 Tuesday from Orlando the N.W.Ar. over 1,300 miles now on it and did the 1st service at 400 miles. I love it when it comes to needing to pass. Fuel mileage sucks lol but with 200 hp it’s totally worth it. Take care I hope you and yours well.

[@alainbrisebois8334]

Man ...! The VMax left a black stipe all the way to the end of the 1/4 mile .

[@johnjones5977]

LOL! No.

[@kens6169]

Vmax... any day, anytime, anywhere! 🤙🏽

[@jeffreybaker8467]

2009 the vmax was the fastest accelerating bike on earth 0-60mph in 2.8secs. 50mph-75mph 1.09 secs.

[@skibum247]

Jeffrey Baker The internet may agree, however, there is definitely a production motorcycle faster than 2.8 in a 0 to 60. I'm also not sure about the 50 to 75. Boss Hoss may have something to say about that.

[@johnjones3648]

+Ski Bum Boss Hoss didn't make a bike that is anywhere near as quick as either of these bikes. Way too much mass!

[@jeffreybaker8467]

Hi John.yes you are right mate.

[@alexandersimpson3638]

Jeffrey Baker 0-60 mph 2.5 seconds and has been recorded at 2.1 bone stock. 👍

[@StevePhoenix]

Nope, the official record for stock bikes is held by a 2006 GSX-R1000 at 2.35sec. The VMAX 1700 is third fastest at 2.5sec. 400m (1/4 mile) is 10.1sec for the VMAX.

[@Doodlyscott]

Just like dad always said "Theirs no replacement for displacement "

[@seferkeshet]

MEANWHILE YOUR MOM SAID, "I PREFER THE LOW DOWN CROTCH GEOMETRY OF THE BIKE."

[@peterburk8185]

That's what she said

[@dougl5000]

The Diavel is a sport bike. The V-Max is a sport cruiser. I prefer my Triumph Rocket but that V-Max is one badass bike.

[@gzt1878]

Douglas Lowenthal NO! The Diavel is also a Sport Cruiser/Street bike.

[@gzt1878]

Adam Omidpanah Exactly, It's not a Sport Bike.

[@genecitarella3516]

+Douglas Lowenthal Yea man i have a 2005 r3. "Be Safe"

[@GTARockman]

Diavel is classified as a power cruiser. It is used as a touring bike when you get the touring gear. It is a renegade touring cruiser according to Ducati.

[@McClellan71]

Honestly, comparing that launch of the Vmax to the others in the warm ups, it was by far the worst. The Vmax spun quite a bit making it a closer race then it should have been. I do like the Ducati, they're both awesome bikes by any standard!

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[@glad2cYOU]

@tnkaty The v-max compares very well to the Diavel in 1/4 mile ET. What else ya got?

[@andrewdods2236]

V MAX looks sooo much better!!! Real man s bike. Do not like Diavel style at all. Rode one, nice bike, but if i had the money, would love a V MAX !!

[@GettingthruLife]

AMS Ducati Dallas raced a stock Diavel with the addition of a full Termignoni exhaust and ran a 9.980 at the Texas Motorplex during the month of June 2012.

[@Speedytrip]

Practically the same performance but the Diavel looks so much better and will probably handle much better too.

[@aluisious]

+Speedytrip It's not like I'd ride a Diavel and think "god it's too slow." I'd rather have it too. It is sexy as hell.

[@cuzimaluzer777]

Speedytrip nothing tops Yamaha reliability.

[@GTARockman]

Not just probably, most definitely since they are known for race track handling and winning.

[@seanbutler2291]

Speedytrip these dudes sucked the vmax 1700 is capable of hitting 9s and smoked the tire a 1/4 of the way through the race it would have done a much better time with a better rider

[@terminal-velocity111]

Vmax was still quick even though he spun the back wheel!

[@markrossbach1458]

It has been proven that the Ducati Diavel has better handling than the Yamaha VMAX. so with better handling a little less horsepower is nothing. The quarter mile time is very minimal. just a tiny bit less horsepower can be made up with better cornering skills. the Diablo has awesome handling for a 532 pound sport cruiser it also gets better gas mileage. All this for a whopping $2,985 less than the Vmax. It also has more comfortable eurgos and 3 electronic drive modes. meaning you can slow down and cruise Main Street to give everybody a better look. Also it sounds meaner. It has been rated the all around better machine. yes the Vmax is more powerful but its like driving a submarine through the turns. I'll take the Ducati. that's why I Drive Ducatis. I've had dozens of Japanese built bikes and I love them also. the other guys may have a little bit more horse power. which they have a ( little) bit more horsepower. Ducatis have the best handling on the market. Which is why they have the most World Superbike champion ships out of everybody combined. they make an amazing toy

[@tonysufc]

Love the fact the vmax was spinning for half the drag, bit more of a controlled pull away it would of done the Diavel by more, that said the Diavel is a beautiful piece of kit!

[@larryhouse2767]

The vmax with stock pipes sounds like a scooter. The vmax with aftermarket pipes is the meanest sounding thing on earth!

[@mikebac1]

V-max = faster, better sound, not as "sexy" of a manufacturer, less maintenance.....winner

[@ross5506]

BOB BROWN more muscular stands.

[@code23hyper44]

If I’m into going straight, vmax. If I like my turns and hooligan runs, diavel all day. I’ll give up an entire second just to have the handling of the diavel. End of the day, two sick bikes.

[@JRockettAudio]

@@code23hyper44 The Vmax handles quite well, I can hit the same roads at the same speeds as my Super Duke GT

[@srtspeedy4983]

@@JRockettAudio then you are epic slow on the duke😄

[@albertojr.carreon5580]

The Vmax is a four cylinder, the Diavel is a twin. I don't think the Diavel did that bad considering. If it were a V4 Ducati motor.. The Vmax would be left behind in a drag race like the Yamaha Moto Gp bikes get routinely left behind on the straights to the Desmosedici in Moto gp! I love the Vmax had a Gen 1. I rode the Gen2 but ultimately went with the Diavel cause it handles considerably better. I don't just like straights, I like corners too.

[@patw9175]

The Yamaha weights more than 100kg more than the Diavel. The fact that it still beat that thing is testament to how quick it is.

[@bangryman100]

Alberto Jr. Carreon I had a a Gen 1 myself. I liked it for the most part..... but I've seen the promise land... check out www.taylor-made.uk. I be seen some awesomebcustom bikes and parts.. this will blow your mind about VMax's Potential

[@hebeb394]

damn the Duc had a better start and the vmax still came back whooped it...I wish they weren't so expensive though, makes the rocket III desireable

[@Angryconsumernerd]

The Vmax is super cheap compared to any other bike in it's class ...LOL

[@hebeb394]

Its still close to 20 grand... thats expesive for a vehicle missing 2 other wheels lol

[@RC2497]

hebeb394 its not missing two wheels ... get a quad squid

[@HerrinSchadenfreude]

Came back and whooped it? Sorry you slept through such an entertaining video.

[@gregorytimmons4777]

@@hebeb394 They are both close to 20 grand and i'd bet the potential buyer of either bases the decision on a number of factors like weight, handling,hp , service costs and brand cache as much or more than they agonize over a $1,200 price difference on what certainly is a $20,000 bike after tax and reg.

[@AldoBallerini]

Per di più, rilevamenti alla mano, hanno anche prestazioni simili, per non dire identiche. Quel giorno abbiamo fatto una 50na di lanci, una volta vinceva la Vmax, una volta la Diavel. Sono molto diverse, ma sui 400 m il risultato non è scontato. Sì, sono molto diverse, ma sono anche le uniche in questo segmento, assieme alla VRod (ma più lenta sui 400). Sul misto, ovviamente, la Diavel batte la Vmax alla grande, pesa 100 kg in meno e la ciclistica, gommomne compreso, è quasi da naked.

[@54Rocketeer]

Should have swapped riders and done a two way test to remove that factor! I know the one that's quicker on public roads with any corners!

[@m118lr]

..EXACTLY! Really a no-brainer..

[@Drewderpderpderp]

both great bikes

[@NZ2STROKE]

yea the only thing that makes one bike better then another is based on which one suits you best personally

[@BryanJacksonLives]

@vtajoe1 Your logic would only apply if the camera position was equally spaced between both bikes and high enough off the ground to have a clear view of the road. As it is, the camera is closer to the V-Max, making the Ducati looks as if it's further down the track than the Yamaha and the racing surface is not perfectly flat so parts of it are obscured from view.

[@7quicksilver77]

So the question is what other kind of race would the v-max win besides the race to the first curve?

[@Jason-sz5zv]

look up 2016 Vmax Tail of the Dragon - 300+ sharp curves in 13 miles. The Gen 2 can handle the turns just fine. Gas mileage - not so good. I love my bike though.

[@Qnickel27]

are u referring to this video when you say 1200cc 2cyl against 1000cc 4cyl? the Vmax is a 1700cc V4 engine the Diavel is a 1100cc L2 engine

[@mhalcon]

great video !! Vmax 1700 is the beast!!!

[@shygysjudo366]

whats the song on 33 sec?

[@sdqsdq6274]

Mr Vmax the legend

[@AldoBallerini]

@rturn2mow Ok. The story is this video is born like entertainment for us and our facebook friends, not like a scientific test. But because of the title (Vmax vs Diavel) it gets a lot of views, becoming more important it is. I understand your comments, and I am going to valuate for my next official videos. Thanks for your post.

[@SadWingsRaging]

Im thinking there was a timing gate for each bike so it really don't matter exactly when you take of at the light your time starts when you leave the light not when the light turns green. That leaves it all down to power, grip, and not to reaction times on the green light.

[@argirisandrovik868]

Just a question did u use the 150hp mode or the 100 on the díavel

[@Hendradibali]

considering that both bike has significant engine displacement difference , i believe the Diavel had performed very well in this match....i'm guessing that the Diavel has more low end torque then Vmax due to V2 engine configuration, also the Diavel will reach it's peak power and torque in much lower rpm then the Vmax...162hp/9500rpm, 127Nm/8000rpm, couldn't find any data for the Vmax though

[@Mopargocar]

If this was supposed to mean anything why didn't they do a best of 4-5 runs? This doesn't say much about either bike.

[@luchomadferit]

I think the Vmax´s design is more agressive without resigning the custom style, the diavel is a nice bike too but looks more like a sport naked...

[@nebraskanimalhemi]

@Rafal264 yes you're very correct,

[@markformston6606]

i'd like to see a rematch. Todays Diavel has more grunt, launch control, and quick shift.

[@jefferyfromsouthernmaine2482]

If you need launch control on a motorcycle you shouldn't be drag racing

[@MrPepper312]

Both bikes are brutally fast and so close it just comes downthe to personnel taste. I just purchased a 2012 Ninja 1000. The dealership offered me a 2012 ZX10R at same price but I don't need that much power. I've had bikes over the years that would do 150 mph plus but around 120 my brain rev limiter kicks in.

[@McClellan71]

You should try expressing your opinion without the vulgar insults.. your opinion will be set aside due to your delivery technique of the message

[@RoeyHaviv]

Is the track bumpy? A good rider on stock V-max 17 does high 9's.

[@jakebrakeify]

Hard to believe the bikes are that identical in quarter mile times but that's just one run with one set of riders, right? The Diavel is probably more of an all 'round performer than the quicker VMax maybe? Both bikes are kind of hard on the eyes IMO. Just kind of clumsy-looking compared to a streetfighter or sportbike style but I guess they are not so bad to ride.

[@MrUltraworld]

I wondered why the new Vmax didn't post a better 1/4 mile time. I found out that the computer doesn't allow full power until the bike is moving past 30mph and then slowly turns up the power.. A quick re flash & Max will post 10 sec 1/4 mile times. With the forks compressed, the bike will easily go into the high 9's. My spotless '93 runs 9.80's with a 225 lb rider with a skinny 150mm bias ply rear tire and surprisingly few mods.

[@jarnosaarinen4583]

Is this some sort of a joke? The V Max can do sub 9 second 1/4's!

[@BikeMeAustin]

@Blueyed2112 If you pause it at around 1:29 it sure "appears" as if the Ducati is well ahead of the Yamaha. And I agree, both bikes are capable of better times, should be in the mid to low 10's

[@aandrave]

Thats great. Now how does it stack up against the B-King?

[@EnigmaV8]

Thing is isn't the Ducati WAY more flickable in the twisties? Plus as mean as the VMAX looks, the Ducati looks better. However, with the proper seat the VMAX is the 2-up machine over the Ducati.

[@nathanrw7971]

Now, lets take the HP:CC ratio and see what we come up with assuming each bike adjusted CC's to match the other and maintained the same respective efficiency (ratio) in HP production. Vmax: 0.1192 x 1198= 142.8 Diavel: 0.1354 x 1679= 227.3 So assuming ratios remained the same, the Vmax with an engine the size of the Diavel would produce 142.3HP to the Diavel's 162. Inverse, Diavel having Vmax sized engine would produce 227.3HP to the Vmax's 200. So which engine design is better?

[@blakebiggs1065]

Yeah, it doesn’t work that way. The VMAX is extremely detuned. It originally put down over 300hp at the tire during design and early testing. Even the final spec is further detuned, especially in the lower gears and at WOT in the upper gears. The Diavel is tuned much more to its maximum capability, other than adding flash/tune, airbox/filter, and decat with full exhaust for optimization. It’s not even a contest, ideal peak to ideal peak per design. The Yamaha engine design is better, and by far.

[@jim60631]

Doesn't really matter who won, if the posted times are legit .2 of a second isn't gigantic. It could simply be even a gearing issue. I'd say that most likely, they are evenly matched.

[@holgerbirkholz5914]

Vmax ist eine super klasse Maschine, jedoch ein kleines Windschild würde viel ausmachen, bei hoher Geschwindigkeit. Die Vmax hat Leistung ohne Ende .

[@bigred8438]

Of....I knew the outcome before they started. It is a no brainer.

[@CptAdams35]

strip the flash off the V-max and put a stage 3 supercharger in it and see if he can keep the tires on the ground. He couldn't get traction for over a half second when the tree lit green. That's a whole lot of bike and they're super comfortable for 90 mile rides. I've yet to ride a Ducati, but from the looks of them, they'd be a lot like the GSX-R, ZX-11 or FZ1 when it comes to rider positioning. What are they pushing, about 145-150hp out of the Diavel?

[@MostlyRandom]

your right. "youd end up paying way more for a brand new ducati!!" The 1199 Panigale S, because the base Panigale for 18k doesn't come with the options you want, is 23k. and the Panigale R is $30,000. the Yamaha R1 is 14k. it does not come with those brands, but that is a $16,000 difference. I could buy 2 brand new R1s for that much. so yea I think id be able to muster up some name brands with all that saved cash. although I doubt the difference in performance would even be noticeable.

[@draganm7823]

Both nice bikes, the Duck is 502 cc smaller so even though I love Yamaha I'd have to say the Duck is quite impressive. Looks better too. Yamaha needs to update the design and join the 21st century, the original VMax was very similar to the new model, quite outdated appearance wise. Its not all about speed all the time either. Ride safe.

[@greenmarine5]

+Dragan Marj I agree to some part, My question is why race the two this doesn't prove which is better, not that you were implying that at all. But both bikes apply to two totally different markets. The V-max is a total rebuild from the ground up, yet I agree with you that it isn't noticeable and lacking in the edge of styling. But the Duck has less power yet is more stylish. For me As an American or maybe it's just simple American ego either way It's nice to be the lion in the pride. I hope you don't misunderstand me I'm not trying to say which is better I'm just giving my opinion. Rubber side down.

[@draganm7823]

greenmarine5 you are absolutely correct. I suppose the reason for the race comparison is to appeal to the power crowd so to speak. The comparison isnt really fair because the Duck is 502 cc smaller. I always say ride what you like and like what you ride. I also find many people like to hate on some brands and its usually the brands they cant afford and really dont know much about. Faster is not better its only faster. I was always a two stroke Yamaha owner and recently bought a HD and I love the comfort and its torquie, shamed many big sport bikes light to light or 1/8 mile lol with a 700 lb chrome machine. Ride safe bud.

[@draganm7823]

Its nice to see there are sensible people on this site and not just dumb haters who cant rationalize facts and cant distinguish the difference between their personal preference and facts when talking about certain issues. Its people like you that make me think there is hope for us after all. Ride safe and enjoy whatever you ride.

[@1vantheterr1ble47]

Duke Duke not DUCK!

[@theodorebundy5310]

VMAX makes an R1 look like a moped or 125 haha. VMAX is the beez neez

[@V8Thrasher88]

Incredible machines. Im going to get myself a new bike come Nov/Dec (a combined birthday/x-mas present to myself) and I was looking at the VMax, but then the Diavel Carbon came out. Damn. In a straight line the Vmax is a monster, but in a straight line and the curves the Diavel is the better machine. Plus, after about 100 miles (70 if you ride it hard) the Max needs to be refueled. I personally think the Vmax is a great looking bike, but the Diavel looks great too.

[@amrozh755]

Can't afford the endless rear Tyre replacements after each Tyre burnout!

[@77rxpharmacy]

racing a diavel on a track is silly too. if i ever bought either of these two bikes it would be for sport touring. i personally like the diavel for its looks. the vmax is ok but i don't like the proportions. it looks like they were trying too hard to give it the muscular look whereas the ducati looks naturally beefy. some people don't agree with me and that's fine.

[@McClellan71]

Come on now, don't let one ignorant comment lead you into insulting all American bikes. I like both of these bikes preferring the looks/engineering of the Ducati. But if I'm riding on a long trip I'll take a comfortable cruising Harley! Don't let the internet trolls succeed my friend, Cheers!

[@billypaton4353]

Both awesome bikes I thought about buying one of these but I decided as I wanted to keep my licence I bought a Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 SE ...which is also awesome and fast enough for me.

[@gregorytimmons4777]

I love the Griso. Once obtained it would never leave my stable.

[@Mechanicalcircus]

FUN FACTOR: Vmax/Bosshaus=O Ducati Diavel= 1000%

[@andreagori4934]

considerando che diavel è 2 cilindri e 1200cc, il risultato è eccellente

[@andreagori4934]

+Ax the Max se lo volevano fare più leggero facevano un 2 cilindri con una cilindrata inferiore, ma allora sarebbe arrivato dopo

[@przemekkruk4038]

Powie mi ktoś jaki jest podkład muzyczny na początku jak palą gumę?

[@WillielovesBri]

If you look at the time difference between the two bikes and the speeds, its only by a very small margin. This is really not a good test to to tell which bike is better for there is soo many factors into play for one drag race. One of the riders could of got a split-second better start at letting the clutch out with the right amount of gas, the pavement on one side could of favored more to the bikes speed than the other, how the rider shifts.....

[@javedfazil6686]

vmax not only horse power but also torque. diavel no match in either. diavel not as much reliability as vmax

[@TheAgalmic]

2016 and you can't buy a V-Max in the UK any longer. Guess it really couldn't go around corners.

[@nathanrw7971]

I'll make one small point- seems that the number going around is 200; that's engine HP on the vmax. Diavel is 162 engine HP. So lets look at HP/CC: Vmax: 200/1679= 0.1192 HP per CC Diavel: 162/1198= 0.1354 HP per CC So to put this in terms everyone can understand, the Ducati V2 makes more horsepower per volume of displacement than the Yamaha/Star.

[@johnjones5977]

HP per CC means nothing. Power to weight is what matters.

[@pa28acir]

Resta il fatto che, a mio avviso, è un confronto che ha poco senso. Che abbiano un rapporto peso potenza simile (tra l'altro più favorevole alla Diavel) non dice nulla sulla curva di erogazione della potenza e della coppia, sul regime di rotazione massimo e su altri fattori, quali ad esempio i momenti d'inerzia interni al motore e pure la distribuzione delle masse della ciclistica. A parità di tutti gli altri fattori un quadricilindrico in generale in accelerazione è avvantaggiato.

[@AldoBallerini]

@zorder80 @regular27 in partenza la Diavel è più veloce, nell'allungo si pareggia.

[@AngelGonzalez-we5jm]

terrible start from the vmax

[@shadowv6794]

That's because it's very torquey and does not have traction control neither. Also if the rear tire is not warmed up correctly, it will make that wheelspin for quite a while, but still is faster than the Diavel.

[@RetroRickey]

@AldoBallerini.....and in your video, none of that is mentioned. You show 2 minutes of goofing off, stalls, bad launches and no names or credit or any other info. To the casual observer, such as myself, my initial impression is how you are making it look. As a "journalist" I would think you would understand that.

[@allwheeldrive1]

The funny thing is that these cruisers will keep pace with the 458 italia.

[@Puccini1964]

on this level we always compare drivers, not bikes.

[@mikechavez7844]

I’m curious how the new Diavel stacks up against the Vmax. I had a B-King and it was faster than the Vmax, now I have a Diavel 1260 and I wanna know lol.

[@IsntHeThat0neGuy]

biggest mistake I ever made was passing up on a B-King. How does the Diavel size up to the B-King?

[@AldoBallerini]

mai sentito parlare di rapporto peso/potenza? Chiaro che no. Eppure il video inizia proprio con questi dati. Se fanno tempi simili una ragione c'è, o no?

[@2URLex]

Diavel 600cc less than the Vmax and just 1 sec behind, that to me is room for improvement that can easily be changed.

[@gzt1878]

***** Of course, but I think the Diavel is perfect the way it is.. VERY fast, a lot lighter than the VMAX, better at cornering and looks better (in my opinion).

[@AldoBallerini]

@094ken "motocross", by iLife effects

[@k9m42]

that was so close....

[@enzozara2296]

V-Max 310 Kg! It's not bike, is a (nice) tractor for City-farmer...

[@jimeagle1952]

Ya a very fast tractor! Lol

[@ROOKTABULA]

Does Yamaha now own Ducati or vice versa? If not: Yammy needs to sue Ducati for utterly ripping off the V-Max wrt styling... Holy photocopy Batman!

[@GTARockman]

It takes 1700 cc of Yamaha to "tie" it... really this is a tie. They can run again and would be either one of em to win. Give me a Diavel any day!

[@yousuxalot]

Ive seen other vids were the diavel wins..... sad a 2cy with 500cc less can still keep up with v4 with 1700cc

[@azpitbull]

Power to Wt ratio and good luck affording parts for ducati. Wrong track dude. Straight aways ducati blows

[@seanbutler2291]

Robert Fraley the max had a terrible launch compared to the diavel, and still won. Also sorry but if i beat you by .01 i still won. No such thing as a tie unless its point for point. Also look at the 0-60 and professional test rider runs.....these guys were faaaarr from professionals on this vid, in fact they suck i got 11.7 on my stock gen 1 1200cc vmax my first time ever on the strip.

[@trailblazer632]

Dude the vmax was smoking tire down half the track and still out performed the ducati. And thats with all the power loss from being a shaft drive bime instead of a chain

[@gudboyz100]

LOL! If VMAX loose, thats got to be someone behind the wheel

[@MrUltraworld]

Go look at some of the forums, those guys know more than Yamaha.

[@1983nanenane]

su in moto divael 10,7 vmax 10,9. Vmax ha quasi 30cv in più (173vs146).Cmq sia sono due moto che mi fan veramente cagare!! a cosa serve la Vmax? per andare dritti?

[@vkhiev]

Both are powerful bikes but my vote always for vmax

[@fadimo305]

You people must be reatrded. The Yamaha VMAX has the latest technological advances to date on a motorcycle it is a masterpiece I tell you this because my father owns a 2012 Max and the power and torque that bike has is amazing and even the brakes are monsters (6 piston caliper)

[@Moonfleet41]

Drag racing is a science.. and that was about as scientific as a cricket bat... launch the V-Max in second @ 5k rpm, and if it hooks up, it'll run high 9's... Ducati for posing and looking cool.. V-Max for business..

[@JoolzThePirate]

Not on a new diavel 1260

[@Moonfleet41]

@@JoolzThePirate A lot of development in 2 years aye !

[@TheMerlin672]

Gotta agree with you, I have the V max, my buddy has the Diavel, and I piss him off every time. :)

[@yigitalpalakoc]

You kidding? Vmax weighs in nautical tonnes.

[@JoolzThePirate]

@@yigitalpalakoc yeah this guys a tit, vmax gets annihilated by a 1260 every time

[@AR-dd7lo]

V-MAX one of the Best ever Designs

[@JoolzThePirate]

Especially if your stuck in the 90’s bruh

[@islandluv1]

Two of my dream bikes together in one video..... I actually thought the Diavel would take the max, though to be fair, it was close enough to depend on driver skill. Whats more impressive to me is that these things still ran 10's on what looks to me like regular asphalt on stock tires.

[@RagingBad]

@rturn2mow You are obviously a Diavel fan boy hahahaha relax man you can't always win, the Diavel still an awesome bike

[@ironDsteele]

@camcoop25 Maybe from your point of view he's hardly smoking him, but the V Max's take off was a dog's breakfast, and it beat the Ducati anyways. If you want to talk racetrack, I'll put my TZ250 against that Ducati anyday! Long live Yamaha

[@bdbrinkley5504]

Make mine an EBR, Erik Buell, 1193RX --All Smiles. ..

[@jocky1027]

I would still take the Diavel over the Vmax... infact the Diavel is my next bike... maybe next year, possibly this year

[@johnnystafford1826]

just something about a Duc

[@MrZedelijk]

V max smokes Diabel. Yeah, I knew it.

[@Diamondusa7]

I wouldn't say smokes.

[@wadopotato33]

That still gives you bragging rights...weird bragging rights, though.

[@greg657]

Ducati is impressive but it still got smoked, look at the weight difference. 310kg , more like fat max.

[@GTARockman]

wtf... now its a penis or pissing contest?

[@bangryman100]

Taylormade-wheels.co.uk Or Google taylor-made wheels vmax.... and this is why people like custom Vmax's

[@Bricklinsv1970]

And to think a stock V65 Magna in the early 80s got in the 10s.

[@shesaidyesnoyes]

@powersliding Did you bother to whatch the full video before posting your nonsense? In this video the yamaha wins. So???