Yamaha Speaks Out on Electric Motorcycles in Indonesia

Yamaha E01. (Photo: Yamaha)

JAKARTA - The trend of electric vehicles in Indonesia continues to grow, not only in the four-wheeled segment but also two-wheeled. Proof of this, various manufacturers continue to present interesting choices.

Yamaha Indonesia itself until now is still monitoring and studying the development of the electric motorcycle market in the country. Previously, this Japanese manufacturer had already introduced it to the public.

"Yamaha and EV, we will definitely still watch and learn. We are still looking at the market conditions," said PR, YRA, & Community Manager of PT Yamaha Indonesia Motor Mfg, Rifki Maulana, when met in BSD, not long ago.

According to him, the investment needed to produce and market electric vehicles is not small, so companies are not in a hurry to make decisions.

"Because we know, investment is not a small thing," he added.

Yamaha continues to demonstrate its commitment in the electric vehicle segment, in line with the company's long-term vision to support carbon neutral programs and provide environmentally friendly mobility based on Renewable Energy (EBT).

After successfully conducting a trial of the Yamaha E01 electric model in four major cities in Indonesia, Jakarta, Bandung, Bali, and Medan, Yamaha is now continuing market studies through a new project with a swap battery system.

Unlike the previous phase, this time Yamaha partnered with a ride sharing service provider to test the performance of battery swap electric vehicles operated by driver partners. This project aims to evaluate the performance, business potential, as well as the role of electric vehicles in supporting urban mobility.

Through collaboration with ride sharing service providers, Yamaha hopes to create a more inclusive electric vehicle ecosystem. In addition to providing easy access to mobility, this project is also expected to contribute to improving the quality of life of the community, including opening up new jobs.

To support vehicle operations, Yamaha has prepared a number of independent battery exchange stations at strategic points in the Jabodetabek area. From here, Yamaha will also study the handling of electric vehicle batteries in a comprehensive manner, both upstream and downstream.