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Most scooter models in the Vietnamese market tend to cater more to female customers, featuring fashionable and compact designs with light engines. However, there are also models designed for men, boasting rugged designs and powerful engines akin to a storm.
Below are the scooter models with characteristics worth the investment, such as high power, strong engines, and sturdy designs, tailored for men in 2022.
1. Yamaha NVX
– Market Price: around 55 million VND.
– Design Style
Officially introduced in 2016, but it wasn't until the end of 2020 that Yamaha unveiled the latest upgrade in both design and engine power.
This is a scooter model aimed at male customers, hence it boasts a design with a rather imposing appearance, with the body widening on both sides and a robust, sporty front end.
Large-sized tires (non-studded): Front tire 110/80 – Rear tire 140/70.
The rear of the scooter features elongated turn signals, separate from the taillights, neatly positioned independently on both sides.
– Utility Features
The front is equipped with ABS brakes, while the rear features dual shocks, providing power to the scooter. The engine delivers a maximum output of: 11.3 kW (15.4 PS)/8,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 13.9 Nm.
The Internet phone connectivity feature of the Yamaha NVX series has been applied by the manufacturer for the first time.
2. Honda Vario 160
– Market Price:
Honda Vario 160 (CBS Brake Version): 54.5 million VND
Honda Vario 160 (ABS Brake Version): 60.5 million VND
This scooter model is currently not officially distributed in Vietnam. It is only available for sale through private dealers. It is possible that in the future, Honda Vietnam will introduce and distribute this scooter model.
– Design Style:
With its youthful, dynamic, and liberating design, the Honda Vario 160 is particularly favored by customers, especially men.
– Utility Features:
The powerful 160cc engine is much stronger than previous generation models such as the Honda Vario 125cc and Honda Vario 150cc.
The ABS braking system is on par with any competitor in the same segment. The 160cc engine displacement. Maximum power reaches 15.3 horsepower at 8,500 rpm, maximum torque of 13.8 Nm at 7,000 rpm.
3. Honda PCX 160 2022
– Market Price: 88 million VND
This model has temporarily ceased official distribution in Vietnam, but it is available for sale at private dealerships.
– Design Style:
The scooter features a relatively large design, not overly focused on sportiness and restrictive for users. However, its design allows for a comfortable riding posture, suitable for long-distance travel needs.
– Utility Features:
The 160cc engine, similar to the Honda Vario 160, liquid-cooled, produces 15.6 horsepower at 8,500 rpm, along with a maximum torque of 15 Nm at 6,500 rpm.
4. Honda Air Blade 160cc 2023
– Market Price:
Air Blade 160 (Standard Version): 55.9 million VND.
Air Blade 160 (Special Version): 57.2 million VND.
– Design Style
In this upgrade, the appearance of the Honda AB 160cc continues to feature familiar design lines similar to the previous generation. The difference lies in the sleek AB decorative decals and the streamlined windshield frame.
– Utility Features:
The new ABS engine has a 160cc displacement, liquid-cooled system, maximum torque of 14.6Nm/6,500 rpm, capable of accelerating from 0km to 100km in just 5.9 seconds, 0.3 seconds faster than the previous Honda AB 150cc version.
Additional installation of a waterproof USB charging port, larger storage compartment due to frame improvements. Honda SmartKey smart key system.
