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Thunderbird LT vs VMAX Cruiser

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Triumph Thunderbird LT

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Triumph

Ex-showroom

₹16.81 L

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Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yamaha

Ex-showroom

₹26.95 L

8-12 kmpl (Approx.)
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Value check

Start with price: Triumph Thunderbird LT at ₹16.81 L; Yamaha VMAX Cruiser at ₹26.95 L.

Body style

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Powertrain

Use the detailed specifications below to compare performance and efficiency values.

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Starting Price

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

₹16.81 L

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

₹26.95 L

Power

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

92.7 Bhp @ 5408 rpm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

197.3 Bhp @ 9000 rpm

Torque

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

151 Nm @ 3550 rpm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

166.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm

Mileage / Range

Triumph Thunderbird LT

-

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

8-12 kmpl (Approx.)

Length

Triumph Thunderbird LT

2546 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

2395 mm

Width

Triumph Thunderbird LT

956 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

820 mm

Ground Clearance

Triumph Thunderbird LT

140 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

140 mm

Images

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Triumph Thunderbird LT

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Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 72 technical specs across 5 categories with 35 highlighted differences.

Total specs

72

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Differences found

35

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Other Features

22 differences in this category

Other Features
56 visible specs
22 differences

Showing all specs in Other Features, with changed values marked.

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Yes

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yes

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Tubular Steel, twin spine

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Aluminium Diamond Shaped

Speedometer

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Analog

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Digital

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Yes

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yes

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

150/80 VR16 Whitewall

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

120/70 R18M/C (59V)

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Yes

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yes

Rake

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

29.9º

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Yes

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yes

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Showa twin shocks with 5 position adjustable preload

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Swing Arm - Link Type Suspension

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

2

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

4

Trip Meter

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Digital

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Digital-2

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

1665 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

1700 mm

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Wire, 56 spoke, 16 x 5.5"

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Yes

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

No

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

108.5

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Pillion Backrest

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Yes

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Cooling

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Liquid Cooling

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Liquid Cooling

Vehicle Overview

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Thunderbird LT is an elite cruiser with 1699cc, twin cylinder engine producing 92.7 BHP at 5408 rpm and 151 Nm at 3550 rpm. The engine comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox and weighs 380 kg in running order. Triumph claims a top speed of 193 kmph while offers 22 liters of fuel holding capacity to the motorcycle. Thunderbird LT offers 150/80-VR16 and 180/70-VR16 Whitewall tyres for both front and rear end respectively. The list of premium equipment includes 310mm dual front disc brakes, 47 mm Show front forks and rear 310 mm Brembo disc brake. It rivals none other than Harley Davidson Fat Bob and Indian Scout in its segment.

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yamaha VMAX is a powerful cruiser styled sport bike from the Japanese manufacturer. It is powered by a 1679 cc, 4-cylinder petrol motor that produces 197.3 BHP at 9000 rpm and 166.8 Nm at 6500 rpm. It comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox and weighs quite high at 310 kg. The high power values makes this bike good for 0-100 kmph timing of just 2.7 seconds. Due to its high weight, the top speed is claimed at 221 kmph. The heavy presence of the bike places it against Ducati Diavel and Harley Davidson Night Rod Special.

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Showa 47mm forks

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Telescopic Forks, 52mm

Tachometer

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Analog

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Analogue

Front Wheel

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Wire, 56 spoke, 16 x 3.5"

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Stroke

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

94.3 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

66 mm

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

120 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Saddle Bags

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

26 litres

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Clutch

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Wet, multi-plate

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Wet, multiple-disc

Battery Type

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Maintenance Free

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Maintenance Free

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Touring

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Cruiser

ABS

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Yes

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yes

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Triumph Thunderbird LT was priced at INR 16.81 lakh in India (ex-showroom).

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser price was Rs 26.95 lakh before being discontinued.

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Caspian Blue Crystal White, Lava Red Phantom Black, Jet Black

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Black

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

140 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

140 mm

Bore

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

107.1 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

90 mm

Exhaust/Muffler

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Chromed twin-skin stainless steel 2 into 1 into 2 exhaust system with chrome plated silencers

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Dry Weight

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

349 kg

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Number of Gears

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

6

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

5

Clock

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Digital

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

180/70 VR16 Whitewall

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

200/50 R18M/C (76V)

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Yes

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Yes

Trail

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

133 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

148

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Discontinued

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Discontinued

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Toothed Belt

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Not listed

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

380 kg

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

310 kg

Primary Reduction Ratio

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

1.509

Caster

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

31°

Final transmission

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Shaft drive

0-200 kmph

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

8.3 secs

Ignition

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

T.C.I

0-150 kmph

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

4.9 secs

Wheel Type

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Alloys

Secondary Reduction Ratio

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

3.082

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

2.7 secs

Gear Ratios

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

1st gear=2.375, 2nd gear= 1.81, 3rd gear= 1.4, 4th gear= 1.115, 5th gear = 0.935

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

11.3:1

Lubrication

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Wet sump

Official Tagline

Other Features

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Born with Muscles
Engine & Performance
5 visible specs
5 differences

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Engine cc (Displacement)

Engine & Performance

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

1699 cc

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

1679 cc

Maximum Torque

Engine & Performance

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

151 Nm @ 3550 rpm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

166.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm

Maximum Power

Engine & Performance

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

92.7 Bhp @ 5408 rpm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

197.3 Bhp @ 9000 rpm

Engine Oil Capacity

Engine & Performance

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

4.2 litres

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

5.9 litres

Engine Details

Engine & Performance

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Liquid-cooled, DOHC, Parallel-twin, 270º firing interval

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, V-type 4-cylinder
Dimensions
4 visible specs
4 differences

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Seat Height

Dimensions

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

700 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

775 mm

Overall Height

Dimensions

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

1225 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

1190 mm

Overall Width

Dimensions

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

956 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

820 mm

Overall Length

Dimensions

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

2546 mm

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

2395 mm
Fuel & Efficiency
5 visible specs
2 differences

Showing all specs in Fuel & Efficiency, with changed values marked.

Fuel System

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection, progressive linkage on throttle

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Fuel injection

Fuel Type

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Petrol

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Petrol

Fuel Tank Capacity

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

22 litres

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

15 litres

Fuel Gauge

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Digital

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Digital

Mileage

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Not listed

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

8-12 kmpl (Approx.)
Safety
2 visible specs
2 differences

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Front Brake

Safety

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Twin 310mm floating discs. Nissin 4-piston fixed calipers

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Dual Hydraulic disc Ø 320 mm

Rear Brake

Safety

Different

Triumph Thunderbird LT

Single 310mm fixed disc. Brembo 2-piston floating caliper

Yamaha VMAX Cruiser

Single Hydraulic disc brake Ø 298 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which is better among Triumph Thunderbird LT and Yamaha VMAX Cruiser?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare Triumph Thunderbird LT and Yamaha VMAX Cruiser by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do Triumph Thunderbird LT and Yamaha VMAX Cruiser prices compare?

Based on the available data, Triumph Thunderbird LT is listed with ₹16.81 L, while Yamaha VMAX Cruiser is listed with ₹26.95 L. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

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