Yamaha Scooters & Yamaha Mopeds- Yamaha Powersports!

Mopeds and scooters were first introduced in 1947 in Europe.  Since many countries throughout Europe had been ravaged during World War II, a cost efficient means of transporting the masses was needed.  The scooter not only provided reliable transportation from town to town, but it also became a trend that would catch on throughout the rest of the world.

In the United States, it took a while for scooters to catch on.  During the 1980s Yamaha and Honda both introduced scooters and mopeds that were affordable, and reliable.  Back then, scooters were smaller, fitting just one rider.  These scooters also didn't have a great deal of storage space.  Today's scooters feature higher power engines, more storage space, on board computers,  and room for two passengers.

Yamaha is one of the leading producers of scooters in the United States.  The newest line of Yamaha scooters features larger wheelbases, more durable frames, and increased power.  Some of the most popular models available today include the Morphous, the Majesty, and the Vino.

The Morphous features a 249 cc engine, a trunk, and room for two passengers to ride comfortably.  The Yamaha Morphous is more aerodynamic than previous scooters, which helps to protect riders from the wind and other atmospheric elements.  The Majesty looks similar in design to a motorcycle, and may even be operated in faster traffic.  The 16-gallon storage area is also quite impressive.  The Vino features retro styling inspired by the original scooters, and even features anti-theft gear and storage space for groceries and other goods.