In the small scooter segment, Yamaha Nozza was a hot name when it was first launched in September 2011 thanks to its feminine design and many features. However, after nearly 3 years on the market, this line of vehicles has more or less cooled down due to low purchasing power and competitive pressure from rival Honda Vision.

To "strengthen" Nozza in the competition with Vision, Yamaha has recently renewed the design and adjusted the selling price lower than before. Will this strategy be effective? To partly answer this question, we conducted a test run of the 2014 Nozza model for nearly a week in normal traffic conditions in Hanoi.

Yamaha Nozza has a feminine design with many curves. Photo Khanh Hoa

In terms of design, compared to its competitor Vision, Nozza has a clearer customer orientation when targeting women through a graceful, gentle design with lots of curves.

The car's slim, neat shape and fairly light weight of 98 kg make daily commuting easy and convenient. With a seat height of 755 mm, this model is "suitable" for most women. The spacious legroom is a plus point in the design, allowing women to comfortably wear skirts and hang clothes when using it.

The 2014 version does not have major changes in design or size but focuses on adjusting utility features.

Compared to the old version, the fuel tank position has been changed and moved from under the saddle to right in front, allowing fuel to be added more simply and leisurely as the driver does not have to get off the bike when refueling.

The trunk is also "expanded" and much wider than its competitor Vision, so it can hold two half-head helmets and many other personal items such as handbags.

Compared to its competitor Vision, the new Nozza has extra points thanks to its wider legroom and larger trunk than before.

Nozza still uses the old engine, which is 113cc, air-cooled, electronic fuel injection, compression ratio 9.3:1, maximum capacity 7.2 horsepower at 7,500 rpm, maximum torque 7.6 Nm at 5,500 rpm, but has some minor adjustments to make the vehicle run smoother and more smoothly. The braking ability and grip of the vehicle are also improved thanks to the new tires. Nozza is equipped with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.

The vehicle uses a 113cc air-cooled engine, electronic fuel injection, compression ratio 9.3:1, maximum capacity 7.2 horsepower at 7,500 rpm, maximum torque 7.6 Nm at 5,500 rpm.

Overall, compared to its competitor Vision, Nozza is not superior in terms of performance. In return, this vehicle line is more eye-catching and suitable for women in both design and comfort. In addition, the new price of 28.9 million VND with a 3-year genuine warranty equivalent to 30,000 km is also a plus point to allow Nozza to be in the sights of women when buying a scooter under 30 million VND.

Yamaha Nozza 2014 Specifications:

Length: 1,795mm

Width: 685mm

Height: 1,080mm

Saddle height: 755mm

Distance between 2 axles: 1,250mm

Dry / wet weight: 98kg

Ground clearance: 115mm

Engine: 4-stroke, 2-valve SOHC, air-cooled

Cylinder capacity: 113cc

Maximum power 5.4 Kw / 7,500 rpm

Maximum torque 7.6 Nm / 5,500 rpm

Piston diameter and stroke: 50.0mm x 57.9mm

Compression ratio: 9.3:1

Engine oil capacity: 1.0 liter

Fuel tank capacity: 4.4 liters

Retail price: 28.9 million VND

According to Lao Dong Newspaper