The Yamaha Ego Gear Pro hybrid has been launched, adding a new economic and utility dimensions to urban scooters.

A hybrid vehicle combines an internal combustion engine with an electric motor, usually as a method to reduce fuel consumption. An upshot in doing also boosts the powertrain’s torque resulting in better acceleration. This type of non-plug in hybrid vehicle feature a dedicated battery for that drive motor, and is charged when the rider brakes (regenerative braking) and the motorcycle is moving forward.

In any case, this new scooter is aimed at the younger crowd. However, we see it as a practical and economical commuter.

Highlights of the Yamaha Ego Gear Pro hybrid

• 125cc, single-cylinder, SOHC, two-valve, air-cooled, Yamaha Blue Core engine.
• It is coupled to a Smart Moto Generator (SMG) which provides the Power Assist function which aids in accelerating from a stop.

• Yamaha says that the SMG integrates seamlessly with the Stop & Start feature.
• The engine itself produces a maximum power of 8.3 hp @ 6,500 RPM, and a maximum torque of 9.9 Nm @ 5,000 RPM.

• Maximum torque is boosted to 10.6 Nm @ 4,500 RPM when the electric motor works together with the engine.
• The engine’s power is transmitted to the rear wheel first through a dry centrifugal clutch, CVT, and finally via V-belt.

• Wheels are 12 inches, front and back.
• A disc brake up front and drum brake at the back handle braking duties.

• The underseat storage compartment has a capacity of 18 litres.
• Seat height is listed as 750 mm.

• The fuel tank carries 5.1 litres of fuel.
• Yamaha claims the bike has a wet weight of just 95 kg.

• Other features include an LCD meter panel which features Y-Connect connectivity.
• Connected to the Y-Connect app allows for call and message notifications, maintenance reminders, fuel usage data, and the bike’s parking location.

• Lighting is of course LED all around.

The Yamaha Ego Gear Pro hybrid retails for RM6,198, without insurance, road tax, and registration.

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