Scooter · 2021

G5 City

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MotoLibrary Score

37 /100 Commuter

Power/Weight

0.04 hp/kg

Torque

44 Nm

Top Speed

65 km/h

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Performance & Handling Profile Lightweight Agile Urban / Canyon Rider

G5 City Performance & Handling Ratings

Power

24/100

3.1 HP

Torque

52/100

44 Nm

Agility

98/100

85 kg dry

Ergonomics

77/100

770 mm

Range

58/100

Standard

Tires, Oil & Maintenance Specs 2021 Factory Reference

G5 City Tire Size, Oil & Service Capacities

🛞 Front Tire Size

90/90-12

Front wheel spec

🛞 Rear Tire Size

100/80-12

Rear wheel spec

📏 Seat Height & Mass

770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

Dry weight: 85.0 kg (187.4 pounds)

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Engine

Engine Type Electric

Engine Details Hub motor

Power 3.1 HP (2.3 kW)

Torque 44.0 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.5 ft.lbs)

Fuel System Electronic motor controller (Direct electric drive)

Ignition Electronic controller

Cooling Air

Transmission

Gearbox Automatic

Clutch Direct electric drive (clutchless)

Driveline Belt / Chain final drive

Performance

Top Speed 65.0 km/h (40.4 mph)

Greenhouse Gases 0.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Chassis

Frame Type Cold-rolled steeless frame

Front Suspension Telescopic fork

Rear Suspension Dual spring aluminium shocks

Wheelbase 1270 mm (50.0 inches)

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tyre 90/90-12

Rear Tyre 100/80-12

Front Brakes Single disc

Rear Brakes Single disc

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight 85.0 kg (187.4 pounds)

Power/Weight 0.0365 HP/kg

Seat Height 770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

Overall Height 1150 mm (45.3 inches)

Overall Length 1810 mm (71.3 inches)

Overall Width 700 mm (27.6 inches)

Service & Fluids

Brake Fluid DOT 4

Other

Starter Electric

Color Options White, grey, black, blue, red

Instruments LED screen

Notes

60V 32AH Panasonic Lithium battery. Range 55-65. Made in China.

Owner Reviews, Editor Verdict & Safety Recalls Verified 2021 owner feedback, NHTSA/DVSA recall records & editorial review

2021 Yadea G5 City Pros, Cons, Recalls & Verdict

✓ 5 Positive Owner Reviews (Pros)

Smooth and whisper-quiet 2300W direct hub motor delivers responsive city acceleration tailored for L1e moped licensing
High-density removable Panasonic 60V 32Ah lithium-ion battery can be conveniently charged at home or in the office
Expansive 7-inch digital dashboard features auto-adjusting brightness and clear readouts for speed, battery charge, and trip info
Spacious 26-liter under-seat storage space can accommodate a full-face motorcycle helmet when using the single battery configuration
Front and rear 220mm hydraulic disc brakes with twin-piston calipers provide crisp, controlled stopping power

! 5 Negative Owner Reviews & Known Issues (Cons)

Legally limited top speed of 45 km/h (28 mph) restricts travel strictly to inner-city streets and cycleways
Suspension damping on the rear twin shocks feels relatively firm over sharp cobblestones and raised road joints
Relying on a single battery yields a modest real-world range of approximately 50-60 km before requiring a recharge
High-tech Swedish Beckers composite body panels are costly to replace in the event of minor parking lot drops
Keyless RFID tag system can occasionally require precise proximity positioning to unlock the scooter consistently

★ Editor's Technical Verdict (2021)

The 2021 Yadea G5 City distills the premium styling and engineering of Yadea’s flagship platform into an accessible, 45 km/h moped-compliant commuter. Boasting clean Scandinavian-influenced aesthetics, a generous 26-liter helmet bay, and an eye-catching 7-inch display, it elevates everyday zero-emissions commuting with undeniable sophistication. While its speed governor prevents excursions onto open highways, it stands as an exceptionally polished, eco-friendly runabout for the discerning city dweller.

🛡️ Official Safety Recalls (2021) 0 Official Recalls

No official safety recalls reported for this model year.

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Technical Overview

2021 Yadea G5 City Technical Analysis, Chassis Review & Ownership Overview

Built around Yadea's scooter motorcycle platform, the 2021 Yadea G5 City features a purpose-built air-cooled electric configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 3.1 HP (2.3 kW) while maximum torque reaches 44 Nm (32.5 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through an automatic transmission, a direct electric drive (clutchless) clutch. Internal cylinder geometry specifies fuel delivery managed via electronic motor controller (direct electric drive).

On the scales, the G5 City measures 85 kg (187 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and dimensional geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders (170–182 cm / 5'7"–6'0") without sacrificing cornering clearance and a 1,270 mm (50 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable turn-in geometry.

Structurally, the 2021 Yadea G5 City is built around a Cold-rolled steeless frame chassis with front suspension handled by Telescopic fork and rear damping managed via Dual spring aluminium shocks. Braking performance is delivered by single disc up front paired with single disc at the rear. Factory rolling stock mounts a 90/90-12 front tire and a 100/80-12 rear tire, sizing the contact patch for predictable turn-in grip and replacement tire availability.

From a licensing standpoint, its 2.3 kW output qualifies for European A1 and beginner motorcycle license tiers. Buyers cross-shopping the 2021 Yadea G5 City in the Scooter segment most frequently benchmark its horsepower, seat height, and curb weight against the Yamaha NMAX (2018), Yamaha Sight (2018), Yamaha TMAX (2018).

Standover Height

770 mm (30.3 in)

Tire Combination

90/90-12 / 100/80-12

About These 2021 Yadea G5 City Specifications & Data Sources: Technical data for the 2021 Yadea G5 City is compiled from manufacturer OEM service sheets and type-approval records by the MotoLibrary Editorial Team. Performance ratings, seat-height ergonomics, A1/A2 license eligibility, gearing speeds, and ownership cost estimates are calculated across MotoLibrary's database of 43,881+ motorcycles using power-to-weight (HP/kg) ratios and factory chassis dimensions.

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Rider Profile

Who Is This Bike For?

🟢

Beginner

A2 license compatible, manageable power.

🏙️

Best For

City & Commuting

📏

Seat Height

77 cm / 30.3 in

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Handling

Very lightweight — easy to handle

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Seat Height & Ergonomics Seat: 770 mm (30.3 in)

G5 City Seat Height & Rider Height Fit

Rider Height 175 cm (5'9")

Leg Inseam 79 cm (31.1")

Footwear Sole:

🟢 Balls of Both Feet (Secure)

Est. Knee Angle: ~92°

Quick Height Reference (770 mm Saddle + 28 mm Seat Width Arc):

163cm (5'4")

Tip-Toe

170cm (5'7")

Balls of Feet

178cm (5'10")

Flat-Foot

185cm (6'1")

Flat-Foot

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License & Power Limit Check EU / UK A2 Compliant (Native)

G5 City A1, A2 & LAMS License Compatibility

Directly compliant with the ≤35 kW (47 HP) and ≤0.20 kW/kg A2 license limit without restriction kits.

Output (kW / HP)

2.3 kW (3.1 HP)

Power / Weight

0.026 kW/kg

LAMS Ratio

26 kW/t

🇪🇺 EU/UK A1 (≤11kW) ✗ No

🇪🇺 EU/UK A2 (≤35kW) ✓ Native

🇦🇺 AU/NZ LAMS (≤150kW/t) ✗ Exceeds

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* EU Directive 2006/126/EC requires ≤35 kW (47.5 HP), ≤0.20 kW/kg wet weight, and a factory base model not exceeding 70 kW (95 HP) for A2 restriction. Always verify VIN homologation on your registration certificate.

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Engine Design & Chassis Dimensions OEM Specs

G5 City Engine Stroke, RPM & Steering Geometry

Mean Piston Speed (@ 8,500 RPM)

Standard Street Velocity

Standard Factory Thermal Load

Bore × Stroke Architecture

OEM Spec

Balanced Street Engine Architecture

Steering Rake & Trail

Standard Rake

Neutral Balanced Cornering & Highway Composure

Wheelbase & Stability

1,270 mm (50 in)

Compact agile chassis footprint

Engine Note: Mean piston speed (v_m = 2 × Stroke × RPM / 60) measures piston travel velocity at peak power. Values under 18.5 m/s indicate low inertial stress on connecting rods and rings; values above 21.5 m/s approach Formula 1 / MotoGP velocities.

Sprockets, Chain & Cruising RPM Base: 16T / 43T (2.69:1) · Class Ref

G5 City Sprocket Ratio, RPM & Top Speed

Front Sprocket 16T (0)

Rear Sprocket 43T (0)

Final Ratio

2.69:1

0.0% (Factory Stock)

100 / 120 km/h RPM

Top gear est.

Geared V-Max

~65 km/h

Rule of Thumb: Dropping 1 tooth in the front (-1T) equals roughly adding +2.7 to +3 teeth on the rear sprocket, boosting wheel torque by ~6–7% at the cost of higher highway cruising RPM.

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Tire Pressure & Suspension Travel Travel: 125mm F / 130mm R

G5 City Tire Pressure (PSI / Bar) & Suspension Sag

1. Riding Setup Mode:

2. Payload / Passenger Load:

Target Rider Sag (F / R)

38 mm Front · 39 mm Rear

Free (Static) Sag target: 10–15 mm

Cold Tire Pressure (F / R)

32 / 36 PSI

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### 2021 Yadea G5 City — Key Specs & Telemetry
| Parameter | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Category** | Scooter |
| **Displacement** | N/A |
| **Power Output** | 3.1 HP (2.3 kW) (0.026 kW/kg) |
| **Torque** | 44.0 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.5 ft.lbs) |
| **Seat Height** | 770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| **Weight (Dry / Wet)** | 85.0 kg (187.4 pounds) / 90.1 kg |
| **Mean Piston Speed** | Standard |
| **EU A2 License Status** | EU / UK A2 Compliant (Native) |
| **Source & Full Telemetry** | https://motolibrary.com/bikes/yadea/g5-city/2021 |

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Running & Fuel Cost Estimate

G5 City Annual Fuel, Maintenance & Ownership Cost

Annual km

Fuel Price ($/L)

Fuel Consumption (L/100km) — estimated

⛽ Fuel

per year

🔧 Maintenance

per year

🛡️ Insurance

per year

TOTAL

* Estimates only. Actual costs vary by country, riding habits, insurance provider and maintenance schedule.

Quick Buyer Answers

2021 Yadea G5 City Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2021 Yadea G5 City have any official safety recalls?

No official safety recalls reported for this model year.

What is the seat height and weight of the 2021 Yadea G5 City?

The 2021 Yadea G5 City has a seat height of 770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting., a dry weight of 85.0 kg (187.4 pounds), and a wet/curb weight of 90.1 kg (estimated).

Is the 2021 Yadea G5 City EU A2 or LAMS license legal?

License classification: EU / UK A2 Compliant (Native). Directly compliant with the ≤35 kW (47 HP) and ≤0.20 kW/kg A2 license limit without restriction kits.

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