The two-wheeled vehicle segment in the national market registered significant movement with the announcement of the latest version of the country’s most sold mixed-use motorcycle. Produzida directly at the industrial hub of Manaus, in the state of Amazonas, the new vehicle configuration has its official launch scheduled for the beginning of August, while distribution to the dealership network will take place in the second fortnight. The Japanese manufacturer’s strategy consists of maintaining the structural base widely recognized by consumers, incorporating aesthetic refinements and functional improvements aimed at both urban traffic and dirt roads.
The automaker plans to sustain the high volume of registrations that the model has accumulated over the last twelve months throughout the national territory. The vehicle has built its reputation by delivering an efficient combination of versatility and economy for daily commuting, features that ensure strong commercial appeal in different regions and continuous use profiles.
Among the main new features presented in this update, we highlight the introduction of an unprecedented shade for the fairing of the entry-level version, the maintenance of the LED optical set for headlights and taillights, and the adoption of an instrument panel with blackout technology. The company also ensures the immediate availability of parts and technical assistance across its wide service network spread across the country, reinforcing customer support after acquisition.
Suggested values and commercial positioning
The price list published for the São Paulo market establishes the starting value of R$21,320 for the entry-level configuration, which comes factory equipped with the combined braking system. Este amount suggested by the manufacturer does not include expenses related to freight and insurance, values that must be calculated directly at the time of purchase at the local dealership.
For motorcyclists who prioritize a higher level of active safety, the variant equipped with anti-lock brakes hits store windows with a suggested price of R$22,260. Essa Strategic differentiation of values allows the brand to meet different budget profiles within the same entry segment, maintaining competitiveness against rival options available in stores.
Mechanical performance and energy efficiency
The motorcycle’s mechanical set remains driven by the renowned 162.7 cubic centimeter single-cylinder engine, equipped with overhead valve control and an air cooling system. The flex technology integrated into the propellant gives the driver the freedom to fill the fuel tank with ethanol or gasoline, in any proportion available at gas station pumps.
During operation, the propellant can deliver a maximum power of 14.3 horsepower at 8,000 revolutions per minute when fueled exclusively with ethanol, and 14.2 horsepower using gasoline. The torque generated by the system reaches 1.45 kilogram-force meters at 5,500 revolutions, a specification that guarantees the necessary force for agile starts and safe restarts in traffic in large cities.
The vehicle’s electronic injection control unit underwent a rigorous technical recalibration to meet the new and demanding gas emission rates stipulated by current environmental legislation. Essa adaptation resulted in considerably more efficient fuel burning, prioritizing the user’s daily savings over a significant increase in final speed performance.
Transmission and suspension system adjustments
The gearbox, consisting of five speeds, received a stepwise review by the manufacturer’s engineering team during the update process. The main technical modification occurred in the last gear, which was lengthened by around 3.6% in relation to the previous generation of the model sold on the national market.
This specific change in the transmission ratio has the direct objective of reducing engine speed when traveling at cruising speeds on state and federal highways. Como practical consequence of this change, the driver experiences a noticeable decrease in the level of mechanical noise and a significant improvement in fuel consumption on long intercity journeys.
The suspension system maintains its original vocation to face the constant adversities of the road network, featuring a telescopic front fork equipped with 33 mm diameter tubes. The rear assembly, in turn, was recalibrated to offer greater stability when cornering, requiring minimal maintenance interventions throughout the product’s useful life.
The motorcycle’s spoked wheels, shod with high-profile tires designed for mixed use, work in perfect harmony with the suspensions to absorb the irregularities of asphalt and dirt roads. Essa structural configuration protects internal components against premature wear and ensures chassis integrity even under severe daily use by couriers and travelers.
Aesthetic renovation and ergonomic improvement
The automaker’s design department strategically chose to preserve the general lines that give the vehicle a robust appearance, taking clear inspiration from the larger displacement models offered by the brand itself on the international market. The great aesthetic novelty of this update lies in the incorporation of a new color called Universe Blue, which will be available exclusively for the entry-level version of the line. Essa new shade considerably expands the range of choices for buyers who prefer a more sober and elegant look, but without giving up modernity and a striking presence on the busy streets and avenues of urban centers.
The ergonomics of the project received detailed attention from the engineers, evidenced by the maintenance of the two-level seat, designed specifically to accommodate the rider and pillion with maximum comfort during prolonged journeys. The height of the seat in relation to the ground remains fixed at 836 millimeters, a technical measure that allows drivers of different heights to rest their feet firmly on the ground during mandatory stops at traffic lights and intersections. The fuel tank, designed with a volumetric capacity of 12 liters, now has plastic side protections designed to minimize damage to the paintwork in the event of accidental tipping over at low speed.
Embedded technology and security devices
Safety during daily driving is strongly reinforced by the presence of disc brakes on both wheels, with the drive system varying strictly according to the version chosen by the consumer at the time of purchase at the dealership. The top-of-the-line configuration features an advanced anti-lock system acting specifically on the directional wheel, a technology considered essential to prevent dangerous slipping of the front tire during sudden braking on wet, sandy or poor general grip surfaces. Já the access version uses an intelligent mechanism that distributes braking force between the front and rear axles in a mechanical and proportional manner, actively helping beginner riders to stop the motorcycle with much greater stability than with older conventional systems. The vehicle’s technological package is completed with integral lighting based on light-emitting diodes, which significantly improves nighttime visibility on highways without public lighting, and a fully digital, high-contrast instrument panel. Este modern display provides essential, quickly readable data for the driver, including a precise indicator of the gear engaged, a complete on-board computer with recording of instantaneous consumption averages and a USB-C type socket conveniently installed in the front fairing, facilitating the safe charging of smartphones and GPS navigators throughout the journey.
Traffic agility and ease of maintenance
The lightweight chassis architecture, combined with a dry weight of just 125 kilograms, gives the motorcycle efficient agility to navigate fluidly through the dense traffic of large cities. Mechanical engineering was entirely developed to simplify periodic inspections, exemplified by the separation of the fuel filter from the injection pump module, a technical measure that significantly reduces maintenance costs in authorized workshops and guarantees the long-term durability of the asset, keeping the vehicle a highly viable option for intensive daily use.
Dynamics of competition in the two-wheeler sector
The fierce dispute for leadership in the category of low-displacement mixed-use motorcycles involves several manufacturers trying to displace the Japanese brand’s historically consolidated position in the market. The current scenario offers competing alternatives that offer slightly lower prices, in the range of R$18,500 to R$19,000, although they deliver more modest technical specifications, such as engines that generate around 12.9 maximum horsepower.
There are also recent options from emerging automakers that seek to attract consumers with engines that reach 20 horsepower and list prices close to R$21,500. Apesar of this movement in the sector, the recently updated model maintains its competitive advantage by relying heavily on historical mechanical reliability, the high liquidity guaranteed at the time of resale and the wide availability of original and parallel spare parts throughout the national territory.