Posted: 10/26/2009
By: Yamaha PR
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. is proud to announce that it will mount a booth organized around the concept of “The Art of Engineering” at the upcoming 41st Tokyo Motor Show 2009 to be held over the 12 days from October 24 (Sat.) to November 4 (Wed.) (Organizer: Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association; Venue: Makuhari Messe, Chiba Pref.; Special invitation day: October 23). In addition to the display models introduced in our press release of September 30, Yamaha Motor will also display the following models under a booth theme of “A moment – Feeling Kando*” in hopes of offering a wider range of people beyond motorcycle fans an intuitive experience of the wonderful future, potential and fun of personal vehicles.
*Kando is a Japanese word for the simultaneous feeling of deep satisfaction and intense excitement that people experience when they encounter something of exceptional value.
EC-03 (Reference vehicle)
The EC-03 is 100% electric powered commuter vehicle developed with a concept of “Light, Smart, Clean and Silent.”
It mounts a slim electric power unit and lithium-ion battery on a lightweight aluminum frame. With Yamaha-exclusive motor control technology it provides smooth start-ups and acceleration. The charger is built into the vehicle for easy recharging from a home electric outlet.
EC-f / EC-fs (Reference vehicle)
The EC-f and EC-fs are electric commuter vehicles designed to make motorcycle riding easy and familiar for many people of all ages regardless of riding experience. They feature simplicity of operation that only an electric vehicle can provide, plus futuristic styling. Their ease of use, quietness and smoothness make riding a joy.
The EC-f features a color scheme accentuating its cleanness as a commuter vehicle, while the EC-fs coloring accentuates stylishness.
Designed to make motorcycling attractive to riders of all ages and experience levels, the vehicle features a lightweight aluminum frame, a long-lasting lithium ion battery, and a 0.6 kWh electric motor.
Perfect for commuting and short urban jaunts, the EC-f features a built-in charger that can be plugged in to any standard outlet. Offering a zero-emission ride, the motorcycle will definitely attract all those who need a sustainable vehicle for short urban jaunts.
