Yamaha Nozza

Overview

The Japanese motorcycle maker – Yamaha have reached a pinnacle of automobile excellence. This brand has been able to create a strong hold in all Asian markets with its awe—inspiring, technologically advanced and reasonably priced products. In the Vietnam scooter market, Yamaha is the leading competitor, with its highly admires Nozza scooter. Since past four years, Yamaha Nozza has been the best selling scooter in Vietnam and is the preferred choice of young riders. Recently, Yamaha introduced the 2015 version of Nozza which sports a cutting-edge electronic fuel injection technology, that contribute to maximum optimization of power and excellent fuel-efficiency. In the latest edition, Nozza sports a dynamic avatar, with sleek and compact design, bold front and smart rear end. Yamaha has launched the new Nozza in seven peppy colors, that ensure its distinctive on road appeal. These upgradations make Nozza, apt for all your excursions, whether you are riding around the town, or heading for work during the packed hour.

Pros:

• The new fuel-injection system delivers maximum optimization of power and best in class fuel economy.
• Contemporary styling bestows a stunning look on the road.
• The lightweight chassis and compact body dimensions make riding, turning and parking much easier.
• An enormous glove box that can accommodate two helmets and other knick knacks.

Cons:

• A combination of small tyres and mediocre suspension components results in Nozza being a neutral handler.
• The notchy 4-speed manual gearbox requires the rider to put in extra effort to slot the desired gear.

Design

Yamaha has always been a pioneer in crafting bikes that sports a new design language, unlike any other bike in its segment. This is what that make Yamaha's products such a treat to watch. The sleek and stylish scooter Nozza sports a dynamic design. In the front, the scooter features a bold round headlight with chrome rims on the front cowl, along with diamond shape side indicators on the front end. This is complemented by the brand emblem mounted on the front end with chrome highlights, that gives the bike a strong and muscular look. The scooter also gets a fuel tank cap in the front, which is very connivent for riders. To keep the style flowing from front to end, Yamaha has integrated the new Nozza with stylish rear lamps with turn indicators, with multi-layer reflective power, that solve the dual purpose of style and illumination. Yamaha Nozza also sports a modern looking clock face with two very modern rings, that display information in an easy and clean way. Yamaha has ensured to keep the Nozza slim and compact and has blessed it with well-proportioned dimensions, that allows the rider to effortlessly zip the scooter across the town. To further accentuate its classic, contemporary styling, Nozza comes in seven fashionable color schemes, each turning heads on the road.

Measurements

Engine, Economy & Performance

To outshine all other competitors in its league, Yamaha has integrated a more advanced engine in the new Nozza. As its pacemaker, the scooter comes equipped with a 113cc 4-stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, single cylinder engine that produces a significant 7.2HP at 7500 rpm and a peak torque of 7.6NN at 5,500 rpm. Yamaha has incorporated the new Nozza with cutting-edge electronic fuel injection technology, keeping in mind the base concern of Vietnamese riders – which is fuel-efficiency. This new FI engine optimizes the efficiency of the exhaust system, exhaust gas, as well as actuators, enables powerful engine, smooth but still save fuel, thus delivering a superb fuel economy of 54Kmpl. The bore and stroke of 50.0mm x 57.9mm allows the scooter to accelerate quickly and smoothly, which enables the rider to zip in and out of traffic in a jiff. Mated with an automatic 4-speed gearbox, Nozza can top at a speed of 75kmph, making it ideal for your daily commute. The new engine makes Nozza an all-purpose vehicle, that is apt for both experienced riders and new bees.

Engine Comparison

Handling

After top-notch performance and best in class fuel-efficiency, consumers look for sturdy handling and comfortable rideability in a scooter. Whether one is taking a quick trip to the supermarket or going on a long haul, no one wishes to ride on an uncomfortable scooter. To ensure utmost comfort and excellent handling, Yamaha has equipped its classic two-wheeler with various novelties. One of the best characteristics of this scooter is its nimble and agile handling, which comes from its featherweight overall kerb weight of 115Kg. Together with its compact dimensions, the low weight of the scooter, makes riding, turning and parking much easier. Also, Yamaha has bestowed the new Sirius with a low saddle height of 7555mm, which is very suitable for short heighted riders. The well-placed footrests and a flat floor and wide leg space provide a more comfortable position to the rider. The new Nozza is equipped with traction tires, ensuring outstanding safety for car users in all road conditions, while achieving the ideal balance between quality of wheel traction and level fuel consumption.

Safety, Braking, and Miscellaneous

The new Nozza does not disappoint its users, be it gorgeous design or power packed performance, or superb handling, Nozza excels in all characteristics. This same level of excellence can be seen in Nozza's sophisticated braking mechanism. Yamaha has integrated Nozza with Hydraulic disc with two piston clams in the front and drum brakes with a single piston in the rear. The brakes provide sufficient initial bite, stopping the scooter in an instance. Along with fierce braking power, the scooter also gets advanced suspensions. Nozza is equipped with monoshocks with a hydraulic shock absorber in the front and oil damper and spring in the rear, which contribute to greater stability, absorbs bumps and also ensures low friction. Furthermore, the scooter gets a pair of wide tyres and wheelbase, that not only accentuates its look but also bestow a sturdy grip on the road.

Verdict

The Yamaha Nozza is an ideal everyday use city scooter, thanks to its potent engine, which delivers the perfect balance between ample power and excellent fuel efficiency. The new design upgrades, make the scooter stand apart among the crowd.