YAMAHA

Neo Connected: the Japanese company's first electric scooter made in Brazil

Yamaha announced this Wednesday (9) its first electric scooter made in Brazil, the Neo's Connected. The model will be produced in Manaus from January 2025 and has a modern and minimalist look.

The model was designed for city commuting and has an ergonomic seat and connectivity features;

According to the manufacturer, the rubberized frames on the vehicle's body protect against minor impacts;

The scooter is equipped with removable batteries and the electric motor is installed in the rear wheel hub;

In terms of power, the unit offers 2.3 kW and 135 Nm of torque;

The batteries with 23.2 Ah capacity take about 9 hours to fully recharge (or 20 to 80% in 5 hours);

According to Yamaha, the estimated useful life of the battery is 3 years (or 25,000 km driven);

Yamaha has not yet released performance and range figures;

A similar electric scooter sold in Europe reaches 45 km/h and provides 68 km of autonomy;

The Neo’s Connected weighs 90 kg and will be offered in three colors in the Brazilian market: e-Blue, e-Black and e-White. It is expected to hit stores in February 2025, when prices will be officially announced by Yamaha.

The electric “scooter”’s equipment list includes a keyless entry key, 12V socket, cell phone connectivity via the Yamaha Motorcycle Y-Connect app, front storage compartment and more.

The scooter also offers two riding modes and a full LED lighting system. When the battery charge level drops below 20%, the dashboard displays an alert to the rider and the scooter’s speed is reduced to save energy.

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