BMW C1

BMW C1
BMW C1 "Family's Friend" model
ManufacturerBertone
Parent companyBMW
Production2000–2002
ClassScooter
Engine124.9 or 176.3 cc (7.62 or 10.76 cu in) four-stroke single, 4V/cyl
Bore / stroke125: 56.4 mm × 50.0 mm (2.22 in × 1.97 in)[1]
200: 62.0 mm × 58.4 mm (2.44 in × 2.30 in)[2]
Compression ratio125: 13.0:1[3]
200: 11.5:1
Power125: 15 hp (11 kW)@9250[3]
200: 18 hp (13 kW)@9000[2]
Torque125: 12 N⋅m (8.9 lbf⋅ft)@6500[3][4]
200: 17 N⋅m (13 lbf⋅ft)@6500[4]
TransmissionCVT, 3.0–0.9:1
Frame typeAluminum space frame
SuspensionF: Telelever fork
R: Swing arm
BrakesF/R: disc, 220 mm (8.7 in) dia.
TiresF: 120/70R13
R: 140/70R12[3]
Wheelbase1,488 mm (58.6 in)
DimensionsL: 2,075 mm (81.7 in)
W: 1,026 mm (40.4 in) with mirrors
H: 1,766 mm (69.5 in)
Weight185 kg (408 lb)[1][2] (dry)
Fuel capacity9.7 L (2.1 imp gal; 2.6 US gal)

The BMW C1 is an enclosed scooter made by Bertone for BMW.[5] Compared to a conventional scooter, the C1 offered extra safety features and protection from the elements. The rider would sit in a car-type seat (with a four-point seat-belt) and adopt a feet-forward posture.[6] Introduced in 2000, it was available throughout Europe, but sales were disappointing and the C1 was discontinued in 2002. In 2009 the C1-E electric version was presented as a concept.

  1. ^ a b Cite error: The named reference BMWG-C1-125 was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  2. ^ a b c Cite error: The named reference BMWG-C1-200 was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  3. ^ a b c d "BMW C1 Press Kit" (Press release). BMW Group. Retrieved 3 February 2022.
  4. ^ a b Cite error: The named reference MBT-2002 was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  5. ^ Chapman, Giles (11 May 2004). "The decline of the house of Bertone". The Independent. London. Retrieved 2008-11-02.[dead link]
  6. ^ "BMW to ride in with 115-mile range e-scooter?", The Register, July 16, 2009