Introduced for the 2001 model year, this Japanese 50cc scooter represented the seventh major evolution of a long-running urban commuter line that had begun in the early 1980s. It was developed as a standard, everyday machine rather than a sport special, but it carried more sophistication than many entry-level scooters of its era. A standout feature at launch was the use of a multifunction remote system on select versions, giving the class a more convenient and security-focused character, while the base version offered the same core family of practical features without the remote equipment.
The model was positioned as a refined city scooter with an emphasis on ease of use, compact packaging, and broad appeal. Yamaha continued to refresh it through annual updates, including revised colors and graphics, while spin-off versions added a sportier look and extra equipment. During its run, it became one of the brand’s core 50cc offerings and was often referenced as a benchmark standard scooter in the domestic lineup.
Its production era ended when Yamaha introduced a later successor for 2007, shifting the nameplate to a new generation built around a different engine concept. That change marked the close of the air-cooled two-stroke chapter for this line and the beginning of a new four-stroke era in the same family.