The 1985-2003 Yamaha V-Max 1200 repair manual by Haynes, covers all VMX1200 motorcycle models, with 1198cc engines.
Book Excerpt: 1985-2003 Yamaha V-Max 1200, VMX1200 Repair Manual ENGINE, CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION

OUTPUT SHAFT ASSEMBLY

21. Slide the bearing off the right-hand end of the shaft, and where fitted remove the shim (see illustration 31.35).
22. Slide the 1st gear pinion and the 4th gear pinion off the shaft (see illustrations 31.34 and 33).
23. . Remove the circlip securing the 3rd gear pinion, then slide the splined washer and the pinion off the shaft (see illustrations 31.32c, b and a).
24. Remove the middle drive gear assembly from the left-hand end of the shaft (see Section 24).
25. Slide bearing and the 5th gear pinion off the shaft (see illustrations 31.30 and 29).
26. Remove the circlip securing the 2nd gear pinion, then slide the splined washer and the pinion off the shaft (see illustrations 31.28c, b and a).
OUTPUT SHAFT INSPECTION
27. Refer to steps 7 to 13.
OUTPUT SHAFT REASSEMBLY
28. During reassembly, apply engine oil to the mating surface of the shafts and pinions. When installing the circlips, do not expand the ends any further than is necessary. Install the stamped circlips and washers so that their chamfered side faces the pinion it secures.
29. Slide the 2nd gear pinion onto the shaft with its dog holes facing away from the center ridge, followed by the splined washer (see Illustrations). Fit the circlip, making sure it is located correctly in its groove in the shaft (see illustrations).

FRAME, SUSPENSION AND FINAL DRIVE

BRAKE PEDAL | REMOVAL

6. Note how the mark on the pedal aligns with the punch mark on the pivot shaft end-if the marks are not visible, make your own (see illustration).
7. Unscrew the pedal pinch bolt and draw the pedal off the shaft.
INSTALLATION
8. Installation is the reverse of removal, noting the following: Apply grease to the shaft splines. It is also worth applying some grease to the pivot section in the bracket ? to do this unhook the brake light switch spring and pedal return spring, then detach the rear brake master cylinder pushrod and draw the shaft out. Align the mark on the pedal with the punch mark on the end of the shaft (see illustration 3.3). Refer to Chapter 1, Section 8 and check the pedal height. Check the operation of the rear brake light switch (see Chapter 1).

Subject: 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 Yamaha VMAX 1200 service, maintenance, repair. ISBN-10: 1844250725 | ISBN-13: 9781844250721 | Haynes 4072