E-Performance: With the new top model Yamaha PW-X2 and the sporty Yamaha PW-ST, two new bike drive systems with technologies such as Quad Sensor System and Atomic Support Mode are presented. But let's rewind, 20 years ago Yamaha turned the world motocross racing scene upside down with its four-stroke crossers. Now the Yamaha motor engineers have focused on the ever-growing e-bike market. Is that a reason why history could repeat itself?
With two new drive versions, the PW-ST for sporty e-trekking and e-MTBs and the new top model PW-X2 for high-end e-MTBs, e-bike pioneer Yamaha is now pushing its factory tuning Top and comes impressively close to the self-imposed development ideal "Being one with the Machine".
Yamaha PW-X2: 150% power, the new reference for high-end E-MTBs
The current Yamaha PW-X drive has already lived up to its first-class reputation in terms of performance and endurance in demanding operating conditions. And now the revised PW-X2 takes the next step by combining its powerful support with a hitherto unknown natural riding experience on the trail. The technical data (250 W nominal power, 80 Nm in "Extra Power" mode and 70 Nm torque in the High / STD / Eco / +Eco levels) have remained the same, but the new PW-X2 promises its driver well dosed Providing support in an even more targeted manner – precisely when the person needs it most.
Yamaha PW-X2: More sensors for an even more intuitive driving experience
What is manifested inside the technology in the form of 4 sensors and finely tuned algorithms for the drive control results in an extremely natural driving behavior out in the field. The Quad Sensor System uses an inclination sensor to determine whether and how steeply the bike is going uphill or downhill - and links this measurement with the data from the previous speed, cadence and pedal force sensors. The Yamaha engine engineers and test riders have specifically tuned the Quad Sensor System and Automatic Support Mode to the desired support characteristics of each of their drive systems. Ambitious e-mountain bikers should appreciate the new PW-X2 because it spices up their own pedal forces even at high and very high cadences and because the drive reacts so sensitively and quickly to rider requests and the riding situation thanks to the newly integrated tilt sensor, especially in Automatic Support Mode that you feel like you're suddenly a much better biker.
Yamaha PW-ST: The drive for lightweight off-road e-bikes
For the 2020 model year, Yamaha has not only revised its top model, but also the number two in the range: PW-ST (as the successor to the PW-SE) and this drive system benefits from Yamaha's latest technologies just like the PW-X2: The PWseries ST too the quad sensor system ensures that the drive support is optimally dosed at all times, while 100 g of weight could be saved compared to the previous model. In addition, the drive now provides support over an even wider cadence range, especially when the rider cranks extra quickly.
Yamaha PW-ST: Automatic Support Mode
Engaging the right gear, adjusting the saddle height and choosing the support mode at the same time is a real challenge for beginners as well as more experienced bikers. That's why the new Automatic Support Mode of the PW-ST selects the right drive support according to the driving situation. Whether you're starting, accelerating, braking, rolling on the flat or climbing a steep climb: you simply leave the choice of support mode to the drive system and concentrate on shifting and braking.
Yamaha PW-ST: Smoother hill starts
In high mode, the PW-ST supports less experienced riders by reducing its power during the first few pedal turns when starting uphill and on loose ground, so that the rear wheel does not spin and the front wheel does not climb - and thus for more driving stability and control cares.
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