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Yamaha seems to be one of the most proactive manufacturers in the current market, consistently introducing new motorcycle models to meet consumer demands. Recently, they unveiled the Yamaha Latte scooter.
Let's explore and assess this scooter with Mytour to see if, compared to other scooters for women in the market, Yamaha Latte is a better choice.
1. Evaluation of the design of Yamaha Latte motorcycle
If we could sum up an overall review of the design of the Yamaha Latte scooter, it could be described in two words - 'somewhat dull.'
Yamaha Latte's appearance might strike many as familiar, as its design bears a striking resemblance to Yamaha Acruzo, a scooter designed for women, up to 70%. Especially from the rear, distinguishing between Yamaha Latte and Acruzo can be challenging.
On the front end, it combines elements of Yamaha Grande and Yamaha Janus. The headlight assembly and the mask resemble Grande, while the turn signal cover, with its graceful curves, resembles Janus. However, a new feature is the glossy chrome strip extending on both sides of the front mask, and the rear luggage carrier design looks sturdy and robust.
Setting aside aesthetic judgments, let's evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the design of the Yamaha Latte motorcycle:
– Advantages of Yamaha Latte Motorcycle Design
+ Smooth curves dominate, minimizing sharp angles, making the bike aptly suited for women. This design is also more practical for cleaning compared to male-oriented models like NVX with numerous dust-collecting crevices.
+ The intelligent lighting system features a diamond-shaped halogen headlight that exudes sophistication and ensures excellent illumination. Despite not being equipped with LED lights, the halogen lights are a sensible choice for Yamaha Latte given its price range.
+ The seat is arranged quite comfortably for the rider, with a spacious leg space. However, the bike is most suitable for individuals who are 1.65m tall and above.
+ Boasting a 37-liter under-seat storage, Yamaha Latte competes with Honda Lead and Yamaha Acruzo, currently standing as one of the scooters with the largest storage on the market. Additionally, it features a convenient front hook for hanging items.
+ The tail section, with its well-placed handle design, adds to the bike's stability and harmony with the seat, contributing to an overall balanced look compared to Acruzo.
+ The instrument cluster arrangement is quite logical, combining analog and digital displays, providing comprehensive information on speed, oil change frequency, time, and more.
+ Weighing only 100kg, the bike is highly suitable for female users, allowing for easy maneuvering and control.
– Weaknesses in the design of Yamaha Latte Motorcycle
While Yamaha Latte boasts several advantages, it does come with certain drawbacks, including:
– Despite a reasonably placed fuel tank, the thick lid makes it physically demanding to close, posing a challenge for female riders.
– The front chrome strip is quite bright but remarkably similar to the design on Honda Lead, Yamaha Latte's significant competitor in the current market.
– The footrest for the pillion rider, though intelligently positioned and operational, tends to encounter malfunctions when not securely closed.
2. Evaluation of Engine Technical Specifications and Fuel Efficiency
Similar to other scooter models, Yamaha equips Yamaha Latte with a Blue Core 125cc engine, single-cylinder 4-stroke, 2-valve air-cooled. According to Yamaha's specifications, the bike has a maximum power of 8.2 horsepower at 6500 rpm and a maximum torque of 9.7 Nm at 5000 rpm.
Comparing with other motorcycles of similar engine capacity like Honda Lead or Yamaha FreeGo, the engine of Yamaha Latte is slightly less powerful. Nevertheless, it still effectively meets user needs. Yamaha's BlueCore engine is highly praised for fuel efficiency, making Yamaha Latte one of the fuel-efficient scooters in the current market, consuming only 1.8-1.9 liters of fuel for 100km mixed travel.
In addition to the Blue Core engine, Yamaha Latte features the new Smart Motor Generator, ensuring a smooth and easy start.
Furthermore, the bike is equipped with the temporary engine shutdown system (Stop & Start System), automatically turning off when idle and restarting when accelerating. This system includes normal and traffic modes, contributing to more fuel-efficient usage.
3. Evaluation of Safety and Intelligent Features on Yamaha Latte Scooter
Yamaha Latte comes with non-slip tires for both front and rear wheels. The front tire is slightly narrow with a larger diameter, while the rear tire has a width of 100mm and a size of 10mm, ensuring a smooth ride, especially on city roads with many bumps.
Although lacking the ABS anti-lock braking system found in many premium scooters, Yamaha Latte's disc brake at the front and drum brake at the rear, paired with a not overly powerful engine, undoubtedly provides excellent safety assurance for the rider.
Notably, the smart key system is a distinctive highlight in the Yamaha Latte scooter lineup.
4. What is the price of Yamaha Latte motorcycle? Is it worth buying?
Yamaha Latte comes in a single version with a price tag of 37,900,000 VND – a competitive price between Yamaha Grande and Yamaha Acruzo, challenging both Honda Lead and Honda Vision in the market.
Certainly, at this price point, the features offered by Yamaha Latte are significant, especially with the smart key system and the incredibly spacious under-seat storage.
Therefore, if you're in need of a convenient, modern scooter at an affordable price, this is undoubtedly an excellent choice.
