Yamaha has officially expanded its e-bike portfolio with the launch of the Yamaha Booster and Yamaha Booster Easy. These two models bring together Yamaha’s legendary engineering with modern design and sustainable mobility solutions – perfect for urban riders who want practicality, fun, and style in one package.
Yamaha Booster Easy – Stylish and Practical Urban Companion
The Yamaha Booster Easy is designed for everyday commuting and city exploration. With its modern design, lightweight frame, and fat high-grip tyres, it delivers both comfort and stability on urban roads.
Highlights of the Booster Easy:
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Compact LED lighting for day and night visibility
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Low centre of gravity for agility and balance
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Rear carrier with basket and bag options for extra practicality
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Rugged aluminium chassis with 20” x 4” tyres for uneven roads
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Ultra-smooth Yamaha PW-S2 drive unit delivering 75Nm of torque
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Battery: 630Wh (36V Yamaha unit)
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Range: up to 120 km on a single charge
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Top assisted speed: 25 km/h (15.5 mph)
The Booster Easy is ideal for riders who want a comfortable and eco-friendly alternative to scooters or motorbikes, without compromising on range and usability.
www.yamaha-motor.eu – The High-Performance S-Pedelec
While the Booster Easy is a conventional e-bike, the Yamaha Booster pushes into S-pedelec territory, meaning it delivers more performance and higher assisted speeds.
Key Specs of the Booster:
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Uses the same Yamaha PW-S2 drive unit with 75Nm torque
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Battery: 630Wh (36V Yamaha unit)
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Range: up to 110 km (depending on riding mode)
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Top assisted speed: 45 km/h (27 mph)
Unlike the Booster Easy, pedal assistance on the Booster reduces at 40 km/h and cuts out completely at 45 km/h, giving it a more powerful and sporty character for longer commutes.
Riding Modes and Display
Both the Yamaha Booster and Booster Easy come with five riding modes:
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+ECO – Maximum efficiency and longest range
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ECO – Balanced economy
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STD – Standard everyday mode
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HIGH – Maximum performance
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AUTO – Adaptive support depending on riding conditions
🔹 The Booster Easy also includes a Zero Mode, which disables pedal assistance (useful on downhills).
Both bikes are equipped with a 2.8-inch TFT display, showing battery level, riding mode, speed, and essential ride data at a glance.
Booster vs Issimo – How Do They Compare?
For context, Yamaha’s Booster models are often compared with the Fantic Issimo.
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Motor Torque: Booster (75Nm) vs Issimo (95Nm)
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Brakes: Booster (180mm discs front & rear) vs Issimo (160mm discs front & rear)
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Battery: Both use 630Wh 36V units, but Yamaha and Fantic manufacture their own batteries
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Suspension: Yamaha hasn’t released full suspension details, but the Booster’s fork appears similar to the Issimo’s
This makes the Yamaha Booster a strong contender in the stylish urban e-bike category, with Yamaha’s reliability giving it an edge.
Design and Build
The new Yamaha Booster models feature a modern yet minimalist design, including:
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A protruding die-cast aluminium front frame
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Classic U-frame geometry for easy handling
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Stylish spoked wheels with fat tyres for a rugged urban look
This design not only pays homage to Yamaha’s legendary BW scooter and MBK Booster from the past but also brings them into the modern electric era.
Deliveries and Availability
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Yamaha Booster Easy: Orders are already open, with deliveries starting April 2023.
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Yamaha Booster (S-pedelec): Deliveries begin in June 2023.
Why Choose the Yamaha Booster Range?
The Yamaha Booster and Booster Easy are more than just e-bikes – they are smart, eco-friendly mobility solutions designed for modern city living. Whether you choose the Booster Easy for relaxed daily commuting or the Booster for higher performance and speed, both models provide:
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Reliable Yamaha technology
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Long battery life and versatile riding modes
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A fun and stylish way to move around the city
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Zero emissions, making them environmentally friendly
With this new range, Yamaha is proving once again that it knows how to combine performance, innovation, and design for the next generation of riders.