On May 4, Yamaha introduced the BOOSTER electric moped in Europe. The Booster is a scooter that was sold in Europe until 2016 and was popularly known as BW'S in Japan. It has been reborn with a completely new concept.
Compatible with AM license equivalent to a moped capable of up to 45 km/h
Yamaha, which pioneered the world launch of the PAS electrically power-assisted bicycle in 1993, has unveiled a booster in Europe that is a development of that model. The eccentrically designed bicycle is available in two types: Pedelec (electrically power-assisted bicycle) and S-Pedelec (electrically power-assisted bicycle capable of up to 45 km/h).
The electrically assisted bicycle version is named Booster Easy and has an assist speed of up to 25 km/h. Boosters are classified as S-Pedelec, a genre that is attracting attention in Europe as a new means of transportation. These bicycles require a European AM license equivalent to a Japanese moped license for ages 14-16 or older.
The booster is ridden by a PW-S2 drive unit that delivers 7.65 kg-m and assists up to 45 km/h.
The frame is made of die-cast aluminum in a U-shape for easy entry and exit and features a honeycomb shape on the front side. It is equipped with an 80 mm stroke suspension on the front only.
It is equipped with fat tires on 20-inch wheels front and rear, a point in common with the engine version of the booster. The new Booster has its roots in the model released in Japan in 1988 as BW'S (Bewith), and the new Booster also has a playful style that is attractive.
BOOSTER [YAMAHA] S-Pedelec model that looks like a bike like a bicycle. It is an electric moped that requires a license and is similar to vehicles such as the electric Dax launched by Honda in China.
BOOSTER (2016) [MBK] This scooter was released in Europe under the name Booster by MBK, a Yamaha subsidiary. The design follows the BW'S and the concept for young people is the same.
It looks completely like a bicycle, but it is an electric moped that also has a license plate holder and rearview mirror. The vehicle weighs 36 kg (35 kg for the Easy), so it needs an assist to run.
The compact PW-S2 unit, which delivers 75 Nm, weighs only 2.85 kg. It is powered by a 630Wh/36V battery and has a range of 110km when run in Eco mode by a 75kg rider.
The booster's meter features a 2.8-inch color TFT display. Navigation functions are also available by connecting a smartphone.
BOOSTER EASY [YAMAHA] The electric power-assisted bicycle version of Easy has the same basic equipment. It assists up to 25 km/h and has a maximum cruising range of 120 km.
This is the cockpit of the Booster Easy electric-assist bicycle, which uses small meters like the PAS. On the right side is a bell instead of a horn, which is typical of bicycles.
Yamaha BOOSTER Main Specifications
Wheelbase：1061-1090mm
Vehicle Weight：36kg/35kg (easy)
Drive Unit： PW Series S2
Torque：7.65kg-m
Battery：630Wh 36V 17.5Ah
Brakes：F=Disc, R=Disc
Tires：F=4.00-20, R=4.00-20
