Model history [edit] 2002 2002 Yamaha Nouvo with top box at the rear 2006 Yamaha Nouvo MX The Nouvo was developed under the model code "AT115" and in

Model history
[edit] 2002
2002 Yamaha Nouvo with top box at the rear
2006 Yamaha Nouvo MX

The Nouvo was developed under the model code "AT115" and in April 2002, and marketed in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and other ASEAN countries.[1]

Yamaha engineers intended to develop the frame with the same or higher level of rigidity as a moped bike in order to achieve a moped-like ride and good handling performance but also have the same level of comfort as a scooter. This vehicle is powered by a 4-stroke, SOHC 2-valve single-cylinder engine, giving it strong torque in the mid-to low-speed range.[citation needed]
[edit] 2004

In 2004, the Nouvo has been given a facelift by he Yamaha team. Part of the facelift includes headlights similar to the Yamaha YZF-R1 sport bike. For safety, the taillight also has been designed with the addition of a retroreflector device. In order to improve stability, the front suspension is also given new settings. Other cosmetic changes include the body panels and passenger footrest.[2]

Yamaha Motor Company Vietnam has release a special edition model for their market in 2007, the Yamaha Nouvo Limited.[3] It features a newly designed V-shape headlight and new body stripes, but the engine specifications are the same with all Nouvo series available (except for Nouvo Elegance). This model only comes in two colors, black or white.

As of 2008, Nouvo is still the best selling moped-like motorcycle in the Southeast Asia region especially in Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia.[citation needed]
[edit] 2008
2008 Yamaha Nouvo LX-RC

On February 2008[4] the Yamaha Motor Company in Thailand and Vietnam launched an all new version, the Yamaha Nouvo Elegance (LX in Vietnam) for their markets under the model code "AT135." Major changes in this motorcycle are the engine, with the displacement increased from 115 cc to 135 cc. In addition, the engine cylinder and forged piston are now made from DiASil (die-cast aluminum cylinder), making it more lightweight and giving it a better power-to-weight ratio, to reduce engine overheating. The new model is also water-cooled, indicated by the addition of a radiator, installed at the right side of the engine. Cosmetic changes includes the body cover: sharper edges were added with larger seat. The Nouvo Elegance was also launched in Malaysia on August 2008 as the Yamaha Nouvo LC[5]. The Nouvo Elegance model will also be released in Brazil in 2009 according to Yamaha.