Generation 2 Yamaha VMAX 1700 Large Fuel Tank Install

He'yall Jedz here.
WOW what a crazy intense project I undertook on my Gen 2 , 2009 Yamaha VMAX 1700. This is a go through video of my install of the Raats V-max Enlarged tank, 6,5 liters more capacity fuel tank. It was a long project with about 5.5 hours invested (6 hours including prep and cleanup). Ran into a few snares and I made sure to highlight in the video of things to keep your eye out for! Skim through the sped up footage for the nitty gritty but I wanted to encapsulate the monumental task it is to do this tank on this bike. My total fuel fill capacity to brim is about 5.75 - 6 gallons now. Range is 150 or so miles before your looking for fuel, more if you are lighter on the throttle.
I'll be doing a full product review after I put a couple tanks of gas through it.
Link to the Raats Vmax enlarged tank - v-max.nl/en/winkel/nl-parts-e...
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[@triumphlover7455]

Thanks for sharing! Bought a 2019 last July and promptly headed East on a 10 day trip through Quebec, Maine, New Brunswick, P.E.I. and Nova Scotia. Let me tell you there were some close calls getting stranded in the middle of nowhere. Glad to hear the tank is worth the money since its on my short list. Hope you do a follow up. Cheers!

[@Jedz123]

I'm running through a few tanks, weird to have the fuel light come on at 120/130 miles. I will be doing a review soon. Spoiler alert, I'm impressed.

[@scott.lindroth]

Definitely a non-trivial project. Great work!

[@KareemHadee]

Thank you for making this video. I have done this swap-out on the gen1 vmax a couple different times. You literally have to take apart the entire back half of the bike. There is a longer video to this process, but yours is also helpful as well.

[@AmenMoto]

More range, more miles, more fun

[@Jedz123]

Can't wait to get an AMEN moto rep on the VMAX! Be well Scotty Amen!

[@sstressfl]

The glasses ALMOST make it worth the effort! lol And wow what a job! I know you worked really hard to complete the task but I know you will be SO thankful for the added range when you hit the open road. The bike is so comfortable and that engine is silk it just needed that enhanced cruising range. Enjoy! Job well done man :) Oh and nice job on the vid!!

[@Jedz123]

LOL the glasses were nice perks, like finding a toy in your cereal box! Finishing up my day here, going to get some Roxy french fries for lunch! Hope to sync up soon! THANKS!!!!!

[@Jason-sz5zv]

Thanks for the Vid . Its on my list for my 2016 . Haven't run out yet but came close many times. Don't like the thought of leaving my bike on the side of the road or pushing a 700 lb bike.

[@blakebiggs1065]

I want and need the extra fuel capacity and range on my brand new 2020, but can’t bring myself to disassemble most of the entire bike just to fit an extra 1.75 gallons that Yamaha should have provided to begin with. I guess I’ll either be carrying extra fuel in a backpack or going for short rides with no distance touring. It’s my only disappointment with the VMAX.

[@kylestewart8354]

really like the vid. curious on new range now. subbed.

[@Jedz123]

Lsst fill up I had about 1/2 gallon left in the tank and I made it 160 miles. Cheers!

[@Jedz123]

I'll be doing a living with the VMAX review coming soon! Best,

[@jared2661able]

Hope that it’s working out for the long haul. I just bought a 2020 and quickly realized not to take the long way home lol. I purchased mine in Orlando and rode it back to NW Ar. I never ran out but the fuel light did come on twice. And Great job on your tank.

[@Jedz123]

Thanks Jared! It's holding up very well coming up to 21K miles on the bike and the added range makes for longer saddle times. Although it was 35' F this AM and she drinks a bit more fuel in the cold. Take care and ride safe! Congrats on your new bike!!

[@gregoryhunter6002]

Good job. Just got mine today. 1. What did you use to cut the white plastic fuel pump mount? 2. How do you make the filter screen/pick up point the right way? 3. Was it possible to adjust the pickup while the bike is running or knowing what you know now, how would you do it? Thanks. I like the video.

[@dug_c]

How come you don't drop critical fasteners in the grass and then spend an hour crawling around on your hands and knees looking for that lost part? Great video.

[@Jedz123]

HAHAHA, Well I use a nifty difty pan and bucket to organize components and connecting bit such as bolts and plastic clips! ("Expert enough") I learned that lesson man, many times. Thanks!

[@huzar777kosy3]

Got 2018 in 26 k odo still think about new tank last trip around 2400 miles lots of stop caring whit me two gallons gas lol especially if u try driving through blue ridge pkw good vid bro

[@michaelkniazuk6418]

Nice job you should make a another video about how the extra fuel range worked out. 👍🏍🏍🏍

[@schmidtj157]

Awesome video, could you tell me where exactly can I find out this fuel tank to order and replace it. Thanks so much for your time and help

[@rivertimeable]

cool nice job....what year is your bike..

[@paulovalerioalves4680]

VERY GOOD WORK ....

[@Jedz123]

Thanks so much! I'm just a shadetree mechanic at heart... Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@tactical1224]

If you were just wanting to change out the fuel pump, would you have to remove the fuel tank to do that? It looks like there is a cross brace on the frame right above the fuel pump...

[@rayne2ravage]

How is the gas gauge with the new tank. Still accurate or? How did you adjust the float

[@gregoryhunter6002]

If you install the Tuneboy, do a detailed video, love to see it.

[@jforu33]

How much more range did you get doing that?

[@offthewallhobbyman6978]

After two years, do you still have the Vmax and how is the tank holding up?

[@artstoker226]

Any regrets with the new tank

[@chrisvantassel8867]

You are motivated, I think I am more inclined to carry an extra tank vs that amount of work....yikes!

[@Jedz123]

It was monumental for sure, the hardest part was encapsulating 5ish hours of work in 20 minute video! Take care and ride safe!

[@rocket3man371]

I keep two gas bottles in my tank bag on my 2011 VMAX 1700. I don't use mine for long trips so I'll stick with the gas bottles for now. But that is an awesome upgrade Sir. Ride safe!

[@sebastianpilato605]

Hello what is the actual range you are getting after the tank enlargment. thanks

[@dannyred5710]

Got it no problem🧐

[@mattmartin8293]

Hi how much did you pay for your exhaust and where did you get it ? I got a 2019 that I love Matthew Martin

[@johnparola3490]

Do not use Gasahol without coating the inside of the tank. Use only alcohol free fuel or you will soon be having corrosion problems.

[@Jedz123]

I use ethanol free premium about 90% of my fills. Very common around here. Thanks!

[@mikechavez7844]

What would you use to coat the fuel tank? Would you coat the inside?

[@melisahills1356]

Hello my man Norm is interested on where to purchase a larger fuel tank for my VMAX Gen2? any help would be appreciated! Thanks

[@huzar777kosy2]

Can u push link where to by in usa large tank thx

[@robertshaefer7760]

How much did the tank cost?

[@artstoker226]

I can't seem to find this tank online, can you please assist me, thanks

[@wolfnomis8138]

4:00 maybe I would have covered the openings of the tank....and I would have done the spray job a bit mkre distant frm the bike Great video though thumbs up

[@johnlontos4037]

I bought a 25L plastic tank, it gave me the range. BUT didn't seal well on the gauges fitting sensative to movement. I would like to know where you got your tank, I need to change mine.

[@Jedz123]

Here's a link for you my friend! Ride Safe! v-max.nl/en/winkel/nl-parts-en-parts-de-teile-fr-pieces/v-max-1700/nl-vergrote-tank-6-5-liter-extra-de-vergroberten-tank-6-5-liter-mehr-kapazitat-en-enlarged-tank-6-5-liters-more-capacity-fr-reservoir-elargie-capacite-de-6-5-litres-de-plus/

[@johnlontos4037]

@@Jedz123 many thanks

[@huzar777kosy3]

sup bro looking for bigger tank can u tel me from u got yours ? thanks I commute my hit 27 k mark recommended from factory valve adjustment at 26 k not sure really nesessery what yours opinion gays

[@raymondchambers2846]

Only problem I see is you didn't address the fuel gauge. Arm length will show empty before you use the added fuel. You lowered the pick up tube, but the travel of arm remains the same.

[@vintagemotopros3955]

Well I guess I'm doing the 2nd video to do this

[@huzar777kosy3]

Can u send me where u purchase fuel tank can find thanks

[@nickaltvater5592]

Where do I buy this in the United States?

[@johnparola3490]

Let us know it you feel any handling differences especially with a full tank.

[@Jedz123]

No difference in handling! Rides great even after a filled tank.

[@joshualand5467]

Over spray ,my dude!

[@tribsa7503]

Who makes the tank?

[@Jedz123]

RAATS

[@DalfaGernil]

Cuanto esta costando el tanque ahí? Se consigue?

[@DalfaGernil]

Quiero hacer un gran viaje ; necesito agrandar el depósito.

[@petrosbondouroglou1499]

i need to admit that THERE IS A LOT OF WORK ,in order to fit the tank. BUT,except the fact that the video is with VERY LITTLE DETAILS and of course you never do such a work on the grass,you fast forwarded most of the most importand things, like cutting and modifiying some cruicial parts and the difficulty of fitting the tank/subframe to the main frame. there are quite some major things the customer should know about what has to be done and to modify.People who sell, they dont say. Also, the quality of the instructions and photos,is like 30 years ago, in detail/clearness and its missing major things to mention. ONLY FOR EXPERIENCED MECHANICS IN ORDER TO BE DONE PROPERLY.DONT TRY ALONE.

[@themalaailaanaa1347]

That spray went into the tank too...

[@Jedz123]

It's an oil base undercoat... Over 5K miles and no issues. It's not a paint

[@themalaailaanaa1347]

@@Jedz123 cool...I just thought the 2 openings should have been covered.

[@Jedz123]

@@themalaailaanaa1347 ngood eye and if it was paint I would have covered those holes right up! I just worry about aluminum and don't want it to rot out on me.

[@themalaailaanaa1347]

@@Jedz123 cool

[@jason_m_schmidt622]

If there is any bike that needs a larger fuel tank it’s the Vmax

[@stevewhite6252]

Keep us informed. I have a 2009 which I bought new in 2009 that is totally stock. I have been following the VMAX forums since 2009 and I have yet to see one of these tanks installed that didn't eventually leak. The problems have been cracks, bad gaskets, poor fitting, and improperly surfaced gasket faces. This sounds ridiculous but its easier to just carry an extra gallon in a bottle in your backpack if your that concerned about range. Here's a VMAX joke. Why is a VMAX rider like an electric car driver? They both have range anxiety.

[@Jedz123]

Have about 2K miles on this new tank so far (20K miles on the bike) no leaks other than it super easy to over fill. Now that I've done it, I'm sure I could swap the stock tank back in quick(er). Thanks for the heads up but the quality of this tank really is top notch. I heard some other older tank designs did leak allot especially the plastic ones. I'll keep the VMAX community posted! Best,

[@Jedz123]

Lol at the joke!

[@johnlontos4037]

Gasket surfaces cause leaking on my plastic 25L tank, tried everything to fix it. It's also about fuel pressure in tank and breather pipe restriction. I think the aluminium tank would be better??? The range is great though

[@johnparola3490]

I can see by the way you pour that you never work at a moonshine still operation.

[@Jedz123]

Nope got me there.

[@guygourley2411]

There are roads here around Las Vegas you would never make before running out of fuel. It's a shame because I like the bike but for long distance cruising that fuel range doesn't make it very practical.

[@Jedz123]

New tank I'm averaging 160 (32MPG) or so miles before I NEED fuel per tank, commuting 60 miles a day minimum. Works great for me at this point. For big trips I tend to plan to get off at that point. I'm planning on installing cruise control and I should be able to push that closer 170 miles a tank. I have seen 35mpg on pure highway cruising. Cruise makes those numbers much easier to hit since your not touching the warp controller. Haha, cheers!

[@guygourley2411]

Jedz Moto That’s definitely better. A lot of work for that extended fuel tank. I guess one can always strap on a couple of those plastic gallon gas containers, for the just in case!

[@Jedz123]

@@guygourley2411 hahaha I have heard folks doing that as well, it was annoying looking for fuel at 80-100 miles, at this point I feel the work has been paid off as I approach 21K miles on the machine. Next year the tank will be very beneficial as I plan to put at least 10K on the VMAX alone. May figure a plan to mount a Jerry can myself... As I do plan to make my way to Colorado and then to New Mexico from Vermont. Best,

[@guygourley2411]

Have a great trip when you go. Ride safe and enjoy! :)

[@dannylobo8620]

Screw all that.......I'll Cary extra gas on a trip where there are no gas stations

[@VMAXRider]

You are good with bikes but with video... man.... why that view? You did not show anything about how to mount it. 😏

[@Jedz123]

I'm no cinematographer, you got me there! Tired to encapsulate 5ish hours of work in a 20 minute video. If I were to do a step by step video it would be LOOONG. I was only trying to show the gravity of the install, not a tutorial. It was a hot rough day to do work on a bike in the sun.... Thanks for tuning in! Ride safe!