This mini-moto nameplate debuted in 2013 as a playful small-displacement sport model aimed at riders who wanted something light, approachable, and distinctly characterful rather than a conventional commuter. Its early launch established the formula that would define the line: compact proportions, upright ergonomics, and a deliberately youthful personality that made it stand out in the growing small-bike category. In Japan, the original release arrived in May 2013, and the model was quickly established enough to warrant a minor update in 2014, followed by further cosmetic revisions in later years.
Over time, the bike evolved from its original 125cc-market identity into a globally recognized nameplate with broader reach. The lineage has been kept fresh through periodic refreshes rather than radical reinvention, including styling changes and a significant 2021 update that modernized the engine and bodywork while preserving the model’s lightweight, fun-first character. In some export markets the machine became known by an alternate market designation, but the core nameplate remained the same and continued to represent the same small-displacement, urban-friendly idea.
The result is a modern mini-bike with strong enthusiast appeal: compact enough for city use, expressive enough to attract customizers and first-time riders, and established enough to have become one of the best-known contemporary entries in Japan’s small-motorcycle scene. It has remained in active production through recent model-year updates, so there is no final model year to record.