BMW C 650GT
BMW C 650GT
. .There have been drastic changes in the requirements forindividual mobility concepts, specifically for conurbations. The challengesfacing inner city traffic in future will be growing traffic volume, risingenergy costs, and greater stringency of CO2 stipulations.C 600 Sport cockpitThe BMW Group has recognised these challenges and is developing series solutionsfor the mobility needs of today and tomorrow. As an integral part of the BMWGroup, BMW Motorrad is also dealing with the issues of individual single trackmobility and the future needs of customers. In this context,BMW Motorrad is expanding its business activities to include urban mobility.As its first offers on this sector, BMW Motorrad will be presenting two premiumvehicles on the maxi scooter segment. The BMW C 600 Sport and the BMW C 650 GTcombine the outstanding riding properties of a motorcycle with the specificagility and conceptual comfort of a scooter for a new kind of dynamic ridingexperience.The new maxi scooters will be built at the BMW Motorrad plant in Berlin.
Two dynamic maxi scooters for sports and touring.The differing characteristics of the concepts behind these two maxi scootersappeal to a wide target group: the C 600 Sport for the riders with sportsambitions, and the C 650 GT for customers attaching greater importance tocomfort and touring ability.
Irrespectively of their differing concepts, the C600 Sport and the C 650 GT present the unique design language of BMW Motorrad,setting new standards on this segment in this category as well. Modern anddynamic, they are the perfect examples of the BMW Motorrad design philosophy.C 650 GTPowerful 2-cylinder inline engine with CVT and characteristic sound.The 2-cylinder inline engine of the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT is an all newdevelopment by BMW Motorrad with a displacement of 647 cc. In both models, itsrated power output is 44 kW (60 hp) at 7500 rpm, and its max torque of 66 Nm isavailable at 6000 rpm. The power is transferred via a directly integrated CVT,or continuously variable transmission.The engine owes its low position and therefore low centre of gravity to itscylinder bank, which is inclined to the front through 70°. The characteristicsound and low vibration levels are the result of the 90° crank pin offset, 270°ignition spacing, and two balancer shafts driven by spur gears.An electronic fuel injection system supplies the four valves under the twooverhead camshafts. Oil is supplied from a dry sump with double oil pump, and anefficient cooling concept optimises the thermal equilibrium in the 2-cylinderengine.The exhaust system is made completely of stainless steel and complies withmotorcycle specifications. Fitted with a closed loop catalytic converter and anoxygen sensor, the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT fulfil today the Euro-4 emissionlimits of tomorrow.
C 600 SportSuspension with playful handling and best riding stability.One objective in the development of the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT was to combinedirectional stability at high speeds on the motorway with playful handling incity traffic and clear feedback to the rider – just like a motorcycle.Accordingly, the design of the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT suspension features atorsionally rigid hybrid interconnection of a tubular steel bridge frame and adiecast aluminium unit at the swingarm bearing. In addition, the 2-cylinderinline engine functions as a bearing element, presenting a particularly rigidconstruction for stable and high precision response.The greatest possible riding stability is also provided by the bearing for thecast light-alloy single swingarm with coaxial centre of rotation.
Also the suspension elements fulfil more fastidious needs for sporting characterand comfort. At the front, an upside down fork presents a generous fixed forkdiameter of 40 mm. The tail presents a reclining spring strut on the left side.The spring travels are each 115 mm, as they also occur quite commonly on themotorcycle sector. Also the tyre widths and cross sections of the C 600 Sportand the C 650 GT are aligned to motorcycle dimensions.600 SportPowerful braking system with BMW Motorrad ABS fitted as standard.The new C 600 Sport and C 650 GT are fitted with a generously sized brakingsystem consisting of a two-rotor disc brake at the front and a single disc brakeat the rear, each 270 mm in diameter. At the same time, the BMW Motorrad ABSfitted as standard ensures maximum possible safety.Multifunctional instrument cluster and optional LED daytime running light.The instrument cluster of the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT presents a large, easilyreadable LCD display with integrated engine speed readout and an analoguespeedometer. The instrument cluster presents considerably more functions thanusual in this vehicle class.For the first time, BMW Motorrad is also offering an LED daytime running lightas an optional equipment feature on its C 600 Sport and C 650 GT.
C 600 Sport with the world premiere FlexCase.The FlexCase for the C 600 Sport is an innovative stowage space concept.A flap in the tail base under the seat enlarges the stowage space on thestationary vehicle. This can be used e.g. to hold two helmets.The highlights at a glance• Efficiency optimised 2-cylinder inline engine with high torque and CVT.• The most powerful and efficient engine of its class.• Compact design with dry sump lubrication.• Power output 44 kW (60 hp) at 7500 rpm, max torque 66 Nm at 6000 rpm.• Punchy sound and low vibration levels thanks to the 90° crank pin offset, 270°ignition spacing, and two balancer shafts.• Low fuel consumption and low emissions thanks to electronic fuel injection andclosed loop catalytic converter.• Suspension concept similar to a motorcycle; particularly rigid and hence morestable suspension system of tubular steel bridge frame and diecast aluminiumunit at the swingarm bearing.• Generously dimensioned upside down fork with 40 mm standpipe diameter.• Swingarm with wide bearing base and reclining spring strut on the side.• Swingarm’s centre of rotation coaxial with the output shaft, so constant chaintension and reduced reaction torques.• Low maintenance, encapsulated secondary drive via roller chain in oil bath.• High level of active safety thanks to generously sized braking system and dualchannel ABS fitted as standard.• Hold brake engaged automatically via the side stand.• Multifunctional instrument cluster with onboard computer.• Optional LED daytime running light and way home function.• Either sporty, dynamic or luxurious, elegant in the characteristic BMWMotorrad design language.• Generously sized stowage space. C 600 Sport with the world premiere FlexCaseas an innovative stowage space concept.• Powered (C 650 GT) or manual (C 600 Sport) windscreen adjustments for theoptimal protection against wind and weather.• Three colour variants for each.• Extensive equipment and custom accessories of the familiar high BMW Motorradquality.
The differences between the C 600 Sport and the C650 GT at a glanceThe sporty, dynamic scooter BMW C 600 Sport is characterised by a seatpositioned for extremely active riding. This was made possible by thearrangement of the foot boards, seat, and handlebar in an ergonomic triangle.More fastidious needs for touring and long distance capabilities, on the otherhand, are fulfilled by the luxurious C 650 GT. The rider and passenger cantherefore adopt a more relaxed sitting posture that is highly appreciatedespecially over long stretches. The ergonomics designed for even greaterpassenger capability and comfort can be felt in particular on a more comfortableseat with adjustable backrest for the rider in conjunction with a higherhandlebar and comfortable floor boards in lieu of separate footrests for thepassenger. In addition, the C 650 GT presents a larger, powered windscreen foreven better protection against wind and weather.ErgonomicsC 650 GT with emphatically comfortable seat position as a result of higherhandlebar, more comfortable and larger seat with adjustable backrest for therider, and foot boards for the passenger as well; seat height 780 mm.WindscreenC 650 GT with larger windscreen adjustable electrically over 10 cm for evengreater comfort and protection from wind and weather.Body and designC 650 GT with an organic design language emphasising comfort attributes.Generously sized panel parts for outstanding comfort and protection against windand weather.Headlights, turn indicators, rear lightC 650 GT: front turn indicators integrated in the mirrors, twin circularheadlights with side lights between them presenting a vertical light strip ofthree elements, LED rear light cluster with integrated turn indicators.Stowage spaceC 650 GT with a large stowage space of about 60 liters in the tail for takingtwo helmets and other utilities.
C 650 GT colours:Sapphire black metallicPlatinum bronze metallicVermilion red metallic