BMW Malaysia has announced its Motorrad CE 04 electric scooter in Malaysia. The urban mobility vehicle packs a powerful motor that takes it from 0 to 50km/h in 2.6 seconds. It has a range of 130km and can reach a speed of 120km/h.
The CE 04 is powered by a liquid-cooled motor mounted in the lower frame. The electric motor is located between the battery and the rear wheel and is rated at 42hp. The e-scooter has a torque of 62Nm while the drive goes through a single-sided swingarm. The drive system also consists of a toothed belt and gearbox with a fixed transmission. The 120km/h top speed of the CE 04 is a governed rating. It has an 8.9kWh battery to deliver a riding range of 130km.
The BMW Motorrad CE 04 uses twin 265mm diameter discs on the front wheel and dual four-piston calipers. Both wheels are 15 inches with the front tire sized 120/70 and the rear 160/60. The rear tire has a single 265mm disc with a single-piston floating caliper and ABS. The front suspension of the CE 04 is a single-bridge telescopic fork with 110mm spring travel. The rear suspension consists of a single-sided swingarm with a central spring strut, which provides 92mm of suspension travel.
The Motorrad CE 04 has an integrated charging system that allows for a variety of charging options. You can either charge the scooter via a mains socket, Type 2 wall box, or in a charging station. The fitted lithium battery is however non-removable. When charged using a 2.3kW charger, the CE 04 can be fully charged in about 4 hours and 20 minutes. A Type 2 charger with a 6.9kW capacity can charge the scooter fully in 100 minutes.
Three ride modes are present in the CE 04 – Eco, Rain, and Road. A fourth mode, Dynamic will be only available as an ex-factory option. The scooter has a 10.25-inch TFT color display that can be connected to the companion app. This provides turn-by-turn navigation and various ride parameters. A USB charging port is also available, as well as storage compartments. The e-scooter also features keyless ride, and reverse functionality.
The price of the BMW Motorrad CE 04 has not been released. It is however estimated to be around RM 60,000 (~$13,721) but official pricing will be announced by March 2023.
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