Yamaha Vietnam officially launches a scooter-shaped electric motorcycle under the name Neo. Unlike the Yamaha E01 project which is still being tested, the Yamaha Neo has officially been sold and can be purchased by general consumers. How are the specs?
Quoted from the official Yamaha Vietnam website, the Yamaha Neo offers three advantages. The former is an intelligent mobility solution with the application of smart technology and futuristic design. Neo helps make traveling not only easier, but more enjoyable.
The second advantage is an eco-sustainable lifestyle offered through features and technologies that make the motorcycle a clean and ecological means of transport.
Thirdly, Yamaha Neo has an elegant appearance, personality, youth and trend, helping young consumers to lead an active lifestyle with confidence.
Now let’s get into the detailed specifications:
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Yamaha Neo electric motorcycle Photo: Doc. YamahaVietnam
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Design and size
In appearance, the Yamaha Neo features a contemporary scooter-style design with a fully rounded shape. The front uses a lamp cover that forms like a pair of eyes. Then on the back it has a separate lamp design from the body.
Size-wise, this bike is 1,875mm long, 695mm wide, 1,120mm, and has a seat height of 795mm. This scooter has a ground clearance of 148 mm, distance between the 2 axles of 1305 mm and weighs 98 kg (including battery).
 Yamaha Neo electric motorcycle Photo: Doc. YamahaVietnam |
Engine and battery performance
Yamaha Neo is equipped with an electric motor with a capacity of 2.3 kW and a maximum torque of 138.3 Nm at 40 rpm. While the battery uses a battery capacity of 51.1V, 23.2Ah type Li-ion / BFM1. The battery can be fully charged in 8 hours. Interestingly, this battery can be easily removed.
Performance-wise, this battery can cover a distance of up to 72km, with a constant speed record of 30km/h, and the driver’s weight is 75kg. This mileage can later be extended again because this scooter can be equipped with the option of two additional batteries installed portable under the seat.
 Yamaha Neo electric motorcycle Photo: Doc. YamahaVietnam |
Feet and Brakes
This motorcycle uses a back-type frame. The rear uses a double suspension. Yamaha Neo uses 13-inch alloy wheels with 10 spokes. The front profile is 110/70-13 M/C 48P and the rear tire profile is 130/70-13 M/C 63P. The front brakes on this motorcycle use discs, while the rear brakes still use drums.
Features
The features of this bike include a charger in the front console to recharge devices or smartphones, then there is a digital instrument panel with eco and normal driving modes, then connectivity in the Y-Connect application, to the keyless system. Even the lights of this bike have adopted LEDs.
 Yamaha Neo electric motorcycle Photo: Doc. YamahaVietnam |
Color options and prices
Speaking of color choices and pricing, Yamaha Vietnam offers the Neo in three color choices, namely black, white and blue. While the official price starts from 50,000,000 VND, equal to 32.8 million IDR.
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