YAMAHA VINO & VINO CLASSIC (YJ50, XC50) With Vespa’s successful return to the North American market in 1999, the market for vintage styled scooters was ignited. Yamaha responded for 2002 with their all new 50cc Vino (model code YJ50). This first generation of Vino used a peppy 2-stroke motor and was sold from 2002 - 2005. For 2006 Yamaha freshened up the Vino with a fuel sipping 4-stroke engine and a bunch of smaller style tweaks. This second generation used the model code XC50 and remains on sale as of 2018.

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Yamaha Vino 50cc Review

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Yamaha also sold a larger version of this scooter which is discussed separately. YJ50 Generation: 2002 - 2005 The first iteration of the Vino to hit the USA and Canada was the YJ50 model. Yamaha introduced this scooter for 2002 and it was sold through 2005. This scooter was sold as simply the ‘Vino’, while second generation examples were commonly called the ‘Vino Classic’. This first generation of Vino was the more speedy one, due to the powerful 2-stroke Minarelli engine. This motor was simple (ie. Air cooling, carbureted) but powerful and reliable.

The Minarelli engine is a proven design that first got it start with Yamaha’s Jog in the 80’s but it’s been updated many times since then. Larger riders and performance enthusiasts will find these early Vino’s more desirable than the 4-stroke Vino’s to come. The downside to this powerful engine is the lower milage (65-70mpg), shorter engine life and higher emissions that are part of the trade off with 2-stroke engines. For more discussion on 2-stroke vs. 4-stroke engines have a read. The style of these early Vino’s looks very similar to the 4-stroke Vino’s to come, but there were a number of small changes which are detailed in the XC50 section.

The YJ50 Vino was unchanged over its four year run. XC50 Generation: 2006 - 2011, 2013 - Present After 4 successful years, Yamaha decided that an update was in order to freshen the styling and to meet new emissions regulations.

2018 manual transmission cars. This was around the same time Yamaha had to pull the off the market for a couple years while they worked on lowering its 2-stroke emissions. The result of this overhaul was a refined look (above), a longer name (Vino Classic) and a modern fuel sipping 4-stroke engine.

Some literature refers to this scooter as simply the ‘Vino’ or ‘Vino 50’, but often press material from Yamaha calls it the ‘Vino Classic’. The 2006 update to the Vino ended up being a pretty major overhaul despite the visually subtle changes to the styling.

This overhaul came with a new model code (XC50) to replace the old one (YJ50). Yamaha uses these codes internally to refer to their scooters and they’re helpful to owners looking for manuals or parts as they are a clear way to identify scooters which are often sold under a host of names internationally. The service manuals for both generations can be downloaded and they offer a slew of info and photos for anyone working on their Vino. Style wise, Yamaha made a long but subtle list of changes to create the XC50 generation. On the front half of the scooter, new telescopic forks replaced the older leading link design and five spoke rims replaced the older 3 spoke design (which were actually lifted from the ). Elsewhere, Yamaha redesigned the Vino logo, reshaped the seat, simplified the floorboard and mildly reshaped the back end. The general shape and headlight array were left intact, but once you dig a little deeper there are lot of small changes to be found.

Yamaha also offered the new generation of Vino in a nicer palette of colors than the earlier Vino.or perhaps they just appear more pleasant because of the black trim that replaces the ’80’s Buick Beige’ trim Yamaha often used with the YJ50 (see top). For a complete year by year list of colors see the list at the bottom of the page. This new look in combination with the quieter and smell free 4-stroke engine gives this scooter a more polished persona. In the engine bay, Yamaha replaced the trusty but dated 2-stroke power plant with a modern 3-valve, liquid cooled, 4-stroke engine. The 2-stroke engine found in the previous generation Vino’s was a good performer, but it suffered from the typical 2-stroke problems: smell, sound, pollution, fuel economy and reliability. The new 4-stroke engine didn’t make quite as much power as the 2-stroke but the new engine still performs nicely and it offers a host of advantages like significantly improved milage, a longer engine life, lower emissions and no smoke or smell.

This new engine would also be used in the 2007-2011. But the C3 went a step further and got fuel injection as well. The new Vino continued to use a carb until fuel injection was finally announced for 2013.

The top speed with this new engine remained around 40-43mph but it does take a bit longer to get there than the 2-stroke. 4-stroke 50cc engine’s aren’t restricted in their stock form like 2-stroke motors are because they need every drop of power to make the scooter accelerate acceptably. Accordingly, if you have dreams of modifying a Vino 50 for higher speeds it is best to start with a YJ50 model. Design and Amenities. The Vino offers a nice amount of storage volume under the saddle to hold our full face helmet or a couple bags of groceries. It’s a nicely sized compartment that meets expectations. The Vino does not have a glovebox however, so small items like your paperwork will need to be carried on your person.

The Vino is mid-pack with regards to storage and it compares evenly with Honda’s competing. Discussion If you’re interested in the Vino, you may be dreaming of owning a Vespa but don’t want to shell out the extra grand for the Vespa name. In Vespa’s defence, you do get some nice features that warrant some of the extra cost (like a front disc brake, metal body, glovebox and a computer chip anti-theft device in the key) but yes, you are paying some for the name. With a MSRP of $2299 (2017), the Vino (and ) are aimed at the people who would prefer not to shell out $3000+ for a 50cc scooter.

2016 Yamaha Vino 50cc

Both of these scooters offer vintage styling at a lower price. If you’re looking for reliable retro styled transportation, any of these scooters will do nicely. If you’re dreaming of a Vespa though, spend the extra to get what you really want because they do hold their value well. In a lot of ways the Vino is like the many other retro scooters in its class. It’s got a nice storage space under the seat for a full face helmet, okay brakes, good quality, nice milage (great milage for the updated 4-stroke version) and shiny chrome bits.

Other good scooters that share these traits are Vespa’s and, Kymco’s and models and Honda’s. Have a look at all these scooters and decide based on looks, price and whether you want a. There’s also a few other Taiwan built scooters like Genuine’s, PGO’s Metro, SYM’s Mio 50 and TNG’s Venice that offer a lot of value and quite respectable reliability as well. The primary thing that set the Vino 50 4-stroke apart is its high tech engine - it’s the best engine in this class. The XC50 motor (also found in the C3 and 2012 Zuma 50F) was the first 4-stroke 50cc scooter engine in North America with fuel injection and 3-valves.

With a Taiwan built scooter you’re getting an older mass produced 2-stroke engine, which means it’s powerful and reliable, but fuel economy and engine refinement aren’t quite as good. Browse Vino 50 Owner Reviews - Add Your Review Pros:. Reliable (all years). Great high tech 4-stroke engine (2006 - present). Affordable Cons:. Drum brakes front and rear.

No glovebox Links: - Essential for working on your own scooter. Very helpful for anyone who works on their own scooter - Visit the forum on this site to chat about this scoot.

2001 YAMAHA VINO Milage: 5000 - 10,000 miles Likes: It is stock except the styling mirrors new grips, and a slight color change, with no luggage rack (worthless) every body wants to buy it! No negative waves here. Dislikes: Needs bigger battery Review: “ I did replace the battery with something dependable. 2 stroke performance.

16 yrs old and dad who had originally - better than new. 96 mpg, full throttle!” 2002 YAMAHA VINO 50 (JAPANESE SPEC) Milage: 5000 - 10,000 miles Likes: Lightweight, no maintenance, fun to ride Dislikes: None Review: “ I bought my Vino used in Japan with 60 km on it from a girl on base and shipped it to this country via my household goods. It took two years to register it in WA state because the frame numbers were not the standard 17 digit VIN. The scooter has been totally reliable.

It gets 100mpg and has almost 11,000 km on it. Now I’m planning to upgrade the exhaust with an expansion chamber. As things wear out I’ll replace them with high performance items. To note: the Japanese version has little indents in the back panels and a front cowling that incorporates the Japanese signals. The Japanese version also has a funky back rack that follows the contour line of the back of the scooter. Mine came with a windscreen and basket behind the front shield. It’s been a great scooter and will probably be around a while longer if I’m careful.” 2002 YAMAHA VINO 50cc 2-STROKE Milage: 5000 - 10,000 miles Likes: Low center of gravity, reliable transportation Dislikes: I don’t have any.

I love this bike. Review: “ I have had this bike for three years. I saved it from a scrapyard.

I have done some modifications to it - so far I have 6g racing rollers in variator (restriction washer removed), 64 to 72 main jet, performance air filter and Leo Vince performance exhaust. It runs 54 mph on flat ground with a 3.00x10 tire on the rear. This model is very easy to modify. If you find one, you got a gem.” 2002 YAMAHA VINO 2-STROKE Milage: 10,000 - 20,000 miles Likes: Styling, smooth acceleration, solid feel Dislikes: None really, except for used parts availability Review: “ I bought this Vino used in June of 2015. It had roughly 14,000 miles on it. Aside from a few minor wear & tear issues the body panels and all lights are in excellent condition. I've put roughly 1,000 miles on it already, and although I have not documented the mileage formally, I’m probably getting 65-75 mpg.

I absolutely love the pick-up and smooth acceleration. To date I have no complaints, just wish more used parts were available.” 2002 YAMAHA VINO 2-STROKE Milage: 10,000 - 20,000 miles Likes: Reliable, good fuel mileage, smooth engine, versatile Dislikes: None Review: “ I bought this scooter new - it now has over 15 thousand miles. In 15 years and 15k miles, I have had to replace the tires, air filter, spark plug and one headlight bulb. It still starts with the original battery! Good enough power (it's a 50cc) that works well in the city, country or even dirt roads.

I have ridden everywhere. I get 80-100mpg. Top speed with a tail wind (It really does help) is around 44 mph. The true top is 42 mph, (via GPS, not the speedo- which reads a bit high). I got 5k out of the first rear tire, then went to a 3.50 and got 9k out of that one. Get one, and if it's legal in your area, de-restrict it, and RIDE!

GREAT value.” 2004 YAMAHA VINO 50 2-STROKE Milage: 0 - 1000 miles Likes: 85 mpg, great ride Dislikes: Short length of bike Review: “Had a Kymco. This one is good, the Kymco was better.” 2005 YAMAHA VINO 50 2-STROKE Milage: 1000 - 5000 miles Likes: Fun - cheap to own and operate, great brakes and motor Dislikes: Slow but still fun Review: “ Give me another one so we both can ride. Will sell soon to buy the 125 and with only 100 miles on a 2005. I am confident of a fast sale.” - Glenn B. 2006 YAMAHA VINO 50 Milage: 1000 - 5000 miles Likes: Quiet, Fun, Zippy, Easy to ride Dislikes: Weight limit? Review: “ This scooter is awesome!

I recently bought it used. It is quiet, smoke-free, and seems quite reliable. It really can get up and go better than I would have expected (with one rider anyway). It can get up to 40 on a flat road.

The only concern I have with it is the weight capacity. The manual says the weight limit is 170lb. That's fine for just me, but that would mean no passengers.

But, it is a 50cc so I can't complain. Overall, I love it! ” 2007 YAMAHA VINO CLASSIC Milage: 1000 - 5000 miles Likes: The engine and its style!

Dislikes: Needs bigger floorboard and foot area for tall folks Review: “ I looked and looked for just the right scooter in the 50cc class. After blushing at the price of a Vespa, I went for the knock off. Many of the other scooters I looked at seemed to be really cheap until I met the Vino. The Vino is perfect for those that want the retro style but not the Vespa price tag or the up tight Vespa dealers. Plus you can lay the Vino down a few times without any worries.

Try that on the all metal Vespa!” 2007 YAMAHA VINO CLASSIC Milage: 5000 - 10,000 miles Likes: Awesome little scooter, everything's to like. Dislikes: They don't make a lot of hi-perf parts for it.

Review: “ Great little scooter. If you have long legs not for you.I have short legs - 270lb. With me on it I have gone 42mph flat ground light wind. You can derestrict this and get 50-55mph with no parts what so ever.just take a washer out / nock out the muffler ring / cut a wire on the TC-Ignition have seen 61mph.don't do it till your year's up.” 2013 YAMAHA VINO CLASSIC Milage: 1000 - 5000 miles Likes: Looks, Performance Dislikes: None Review: “ I am the new middle-aged owner of a 6 month old 2013 Vino. I must say that it is a great little scooter. I went to the dealer expecting to leave with a new Zuma 50F and came out with a used Vino with cheese!

It was a grand less than new and has a three year warranty (the cheese)! I discovered that the 50cc scooters for the most part are a single rider. Also, the Zuma 50F weighs about 30 pounds more than the Vino and they both have the same engine and tranny. Also, the weight capacity is 16 pounds greater than the Zuma 50F (201 lbs. Versus 185 lbs.). I went back and forth with the 50cc versus 125cc.

In my state, the 125 required motorcycle endorsement, a course, titled registration and insurance - in essence more money but also on an annual basis for something to run errands and get around in campgrounds while RV vacationing. It just made sense in my case to go with the 50cc. I am comfortable riding it in my city on all but the busiest streets that are posted 45mph.

It does not run that fast with me - more like 40-41mph. Perhaps I will get used to the busy areas.

If you are looking for a scooter in the 50cc range it is hard to beat Yamaha as they have a great dealer/parts network. The 2013 Honda is very similar but is air-cooled (if that makes a difference) and for me, was quite a bit more $$$ finding an almost new Vino. The decision here is 50cc versus 125cc (added cost expenses but more versatile speed-wise) and planned use. I know that I compromised on both. Aside from the slower speed range, I hope that the Vino style will work in campgrounds- some with unpaved roads. All in all it is fun to drive and if it does not work out, I will get a different one!

Now, if I can only get it to go a few more mph, say 2-3 mph I will be super happy! I learned a lesson about product brand/part availability years ago and would recommend avoiding any brand that parts were not available in your local area. It is a real hassle when you buy something and parts have to be shipped from Europe, Asia or are actually not really available as in the case with some Chinese products LIKE Generators, on the market! Stick with Yamaha or Honda in most cases.

The Vino is a great little scooter.” 2013 YAMAHA VINO CLASSIC Milage: 1000 - 5000 miles Likes: Style, usability, price, liquid cooling, rolling rocker arms, ceramic plated piston chamber, fuel injection, self-cleaning lifters, Taiwan made Dislikes: Plastic body panels, top speed, torque Review: “ GET ONE! I live in Tennessee and in my county I can ride on any road 40mph or less with just a regular license and tags. If I want to ride it anywhere I just have to get a motorcycle license and insurance. I put a $90 60cc big bore kit on it and I go up the steepest of hills at 27mph. If I wanted to go faster all I have to do is install a rev limiter and CDI and I can get 60mph. Don't buy anything but Yamaha in a scooter.

Nothing else is made like these since the 2013 model. And don't buy a Zuma 125 to go faster. This thing goes faster with the right mods because it is liquid cooled. That means the compression ratio is greater than the Zuma 125 with forced air induction(12.something:1 vs.

10:1 I think). Top speed on the Zuma 125 is an actual 54mph at best vs.

At least 60mph with the least expensive mods to the vino that can't be noticed by the law. I've seen a lot of questions about the mods for this. EBay sells 2 big bore kits, a 60cc from Taiwan and a 75cc from Italy. Both of these countries make great parts.

Stay away from Chinese. Magnum Tuning sells a rev limiter and a CDI. Change to 4g Dr. Pulley sliders ASAP. Polini makes a great variator and clutch kit. Wanna go too fast?

Change the final drive gear. I'd say you could get 65 top speed with all that. Don't change the exhaust. It's illegal federally and these things do get impounded. It's unnecessary. Removing the plate from the back of the air filter helps.

Drilling extra holes at the intake would help too with all other mods.” 2014 YAMAHA VINO CLASSIC Milage: 0 - 1000 miles Likes: Fuel injection, water cooled, top speed, 110 mpg Dislikes: No kickstand lock like Zuma 125 Review: “ After having two 2009 Zuma 125's, one Chinese (junk) 125, one Honda 2009 Metropolitan, and one 2014 Zuma 125, I can honestly say I love this Vino the most. It costs pennies to ride, the top speed is 42 mph and the fuel injection is priceless. Touch the starter button and go. It has plenty of storage, more leg room then my Metropolitan had. It has a cup holder, which is great for holding my phone and wallet. It handles great and you can park anywhere.

Before buying it I test rode a new Honda Metropolitan before I decided on the little Vino. The Honda beat the Vino in comfort with a better suspension but it topped out at 34 mph and took longer to get there then the Vino. I’m very happy with the Vino Classic.” 2014 YAMAHA VINO CLASSIC Milage: 1000 - 5000 miles Likes: MPG, easy to ride, high quality, light-weight, no tags or license required where I live Dislikes: Plastic body, can't modify to go faster Review: “ AWSOME! Best scooter made overall. Drum brakes stop vehicle incredibly well. I can easily roll this scooter onto my hitch receiver carrier onto my SUV or the back of my camper.

I get about 100mpg using 100% 93 octane gas. Top speed is 40mph with my fat-a 220lbs and I can still go up large hills no less than 28mph.

I can get 2 plastic wal-mart bags of groceries in the underseat storage with a small bag on the center hook. I have had scooters since I was 13 with a PUCH moped, and this is more fun and easier to ride and own than a Honda, which I used to consider the most reliable and usable scooter for the money, until this came out with no need to have a license or tags. You don't even have to have the title. It's considered a motorized bicycle. DO NOT purchase one of these to make it go faster.

I have made every mod possible, including a big bore kit, and it only got 2mph top speed. Goes 9mph faster up my worst hill though. If anyone knows how to make these things go faster please address this.” 2015 YAMAHA VINO CLASSIC Milage: 0 - 1000 miles Likes: Amazing fuel injected engine, low center of gravity, high quality Dislikes: Front drum brake Review: “ I bought this machine for my GF's 40th birthday. She absolutely adores it.

She is 5'3', so the seat height and low weight are perfect for her. I swear that this scooter does not have an internal combustion engine, but instead has an electric motor; so smooth and quiet is this thing. Everything about this machine shouts quality. It is so well packaged. Indeed, I'm quite amazed at how little it is and how much technology they managed to fit in it, yet I can ride it somewhat comfortably (I'm 6'1'). If you're looking for a retro styled scooter, with all the modern conveniences, then I strongly urge you to take a close look at this fuel injected Vino.” 2015 YAMAHA VINO CLASSIC Milage: 0 - 1000 miles Likes: Peppy motor - even for my 240 lbs Dislikes: None Review: “ Only had this but a few weeks. Bought it new and must say the fun factor is way over my expectations for this little scooter.

From in-towns jaunts to country rides it's been very reliable. I'm still breaking it in but it's nice to read other reviews of their high mileage and low maintenance remarks. It a head turner as well and always getting positive feedback, even the Harley riders will give me a nod. Super easy to ride and park as well. If anyone is itchin' to have one of these they certainly won't disappoint.” 2016 YAMAHA VINO 50 CLASSIC Milage: 0 - 1000 miles Likes: Good speed and power for a 50, fantastic looks, liquid cooled, fuel injection. Dislikes: A little cramped for a tall rider, frame flexes over bumps with a 195 lbs rider at speed.

Review: “ Just purchased this 'old new stock' 2016 Vino for my wife's 45th birthday. Got a great deal on this one as $2,200 our the door. My wife, who's never ridden anything other than a bicycle loves this thing.

I'm a 52 YO veteran of bikes, riding since I was 14 continuously and this thing is an absolute blast. We purchased this unit about 20 miles from our house. As my wife has never really ridden a motorized bike I rode it home. I'm 6'0' and 195 lbs so you can imagine the looks. For me the bike performed quite a bit better than expected. 42 mph on flat ground, (hit the rev limiter), and 35 up regular hills.

No doubt this baby will keep you rolling around towns with a 35-40 mph speed limit. The styling is freaking awesome. Really has the right combo of chrome and retro style. My wife simply loves it. In our state of Missouri no tags or motorcycle license required which was key for my wife.

At $2,200 all in its tough to beat this purchase.” Return to the main page. © 2008 - 2018 Motor Scooter Guide.