2023 is forecasted to be a booming year for electric motorcycles when there are many brands from imported to domestically produced on the market. Names such as Vinfast, Yamaha, Honda, Pega, Yadea, Selex Motors… Among current electric motorcycle models, urban vehicles still receive the most attention from people. consumption. Typical two car models VinFast Klara S and Yamaha NEO’S emerged as a trendy choice for women.
| VinFast Klara S and Yamaha NEO’S used in urban areas are considered highly trending thanks to their youthful design, integrating many new technologies. |
Therefore, the following article will evaluate the VinFast Klara S and Yamaha NEO’S electric scooter duo to give a comprehensive assessment of the pros and cons so that users can find the right choice.
Price of VinFast Klara S and Yamaha NEO’S
Although born following giving birth later than VinFast Klara S more than 2 years, but the model electric motorcycle Yamaha NEO’S is being sold for 50 million VND (including 1 battery included) regarding 7 million VND cheaper.
VinFast Klara S 2022 changes compared to the previous version before integrating the LFP battery pack on the floor, so the battery is no longer removable like the lithium-ion battery version, making Klara S charging less flexible. Users will not be able to bring the battery pack separately into their home or office to recharge the battery as before.
While, Yamaha NEO’S with lithium-ion battery Can be quickly disassembled in a few seconds, suitable for young people to move to many places without having to worry regarding finding a parking space with an outlet. The weight of the battery is only regarding 8 kg with a portable portable design that is quite easy to carry.
Practical, dynamic and youthful design
Launched from 2020 until now, VinFast Klara S has also made certain changes. This model is evaluated for practical shape according to the criteria of easy to see, easy to use and carry a lot of things. Many details on the car are said to be quite trendy such as large tail handles, large hip shells, low center of gravity with some highly appreciated shapes such as stylish front and tail lights.
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| VinFast Klara S 2022 has a full 112 kg and a 760 mm high saddle. |
The new VinFast Klara S 2022 almost retains the corresponding overall dimensions (L x Width x Height) of 1,910 x 685 x 1,130 (mm), respectively, the distance between the two wheels is 1,300 mm.
The car has a battery weight of 112 kg and a saddle height of 760 mm, suitable for the height of the majority of Vietnamese people, so riders with a modest height are also easier to support their feet. VinFast Klara S still has LED lights and taillights, monochrome LCD dashboard, front / rear disc brakes. Unfortunately, VinFast has not upgraded Klara’s mechanical lock to Smartkey and the car still lacks ABS braking.
In new models like Yamaha NEO’S, aiming for an active lifestyle, the design of NEO’S is youthful with neutral colors such as black, white, and blue.
The car has a length, width, and height of 1,875 x 695 x 1,120mm, respectively, with a ground clearance of 135 mm, a seat height of 795mm and a weight of 98kg (including battery). The car is quite easy to use for both men and women, the weight is light and the length is just enough, so it is quite convenient to take the car in and out.
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| Yamaha NEO’S, aiming for an active lifestyle. |
The front end of the Yamaha NEO’S car creates a highlight with a unique design double lamp cluster, using LED bulbs, integrated with daytime running lights. The floor of the car is flat, increasing user convenience. The battery pack is located below the saddle. The storage compartment under the seat has a capacity of 27 liters, which can fit two full-face helmets. The Japanese electric scooter model is equipped with a smart key and a charging port for standard USB handheld devices. Safety equipment for the car is the front disc brake.
Yamaha NEO’S has a small screen in the middle of the handlebar, which supports connection to the YamahaY-Connect application, allowing to display the battery level, charging status, locate the vehicle and many other information. On the other side, VinFast Klara S is also equipped with the ability to connect to a phone application and has a function to search for electric motorcycle charging stations for users to actively plan to use the vehicle, locate and find the vehicle via GPS, track movement history, check vehicle status…
Performance Assessment
One of the important factors that is of interest on electric motorcycles is the ability to operate. On VinFast Klara S 2022, the Vietnamese electric car company prioritizes travel distance, so it has used new LFP battery technology, allowing the theoretical distance to reach 200 km at a speed of 30km/h. However, the reality shows that the average number of urban travel of Klara S is only regarding 120 km.
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| VinFast Klara S 2022 is equipped with Inhub electric motor, nominal capacity is 1.8 KW, and 2 driving modes are Eco or Sport. |
VinFast Klara S 2022 is equipped with Inhub electric motor, nominal capacity is 1.8 KW, and 2 driving modes are Eco or Sport. The maximum speed achieved by the vehicle is 78 km/h. The operating feeling of the car is generally smoother and has improved compared to the Lithium battery version. However, the limitation of the Klara S 2022 in the operating experience is that the suspension is less smooth and the driving position for the legs is not comfortable for people from 1.7 m tall.
Yamaha NEO’S uses an electric motor placed on the rear wheel similar to Vinfast Klara, with a maximum capacity of 2.3 KW, a torque of 138.3Nm at 40 rpm. This is a brushless AC motor, which reduces friction and operating noise. NEO’s suspension system is appreciated with telescopic front and rear springs with long recoil.
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| Yamaha NEO’S can operate a distance of 72km and can increase the range to 144km, when using an additional battery. |
With a battery capacity of 23.2 Ah, fully charged in 8 hours, Yamaha NEO’S can operate a distance of 72km, in ideal conditions. The car can increase the range to 144km, when using an extra battery. Thus, the actual travel distance of NEO’s will be equivalent to Vinfast Klara S, but the disadvantage is that it will cost more money to buy batteries.
However, one advantage of NEO’s is the ability to operate like a motorcycle. Specifically, when releasing the gas, the engine will slow down like a motorbike, making it very safe to move. Besides, the throttle sensitivity also helps the car to start on a slope easily.
