BMW C400GT
BMW C 400GT
. .From a press release issued by BMW Motorrad:
Technology upgrade for the midsize scooters.
With the C 400 X in 2017 and the C 400 GT in 2018, BMW Motorrad presented twopremium vehicles for the midsize scooter segment for the first time. Since then,the C 400 X has been impressing Urban Mobility segment customers with itsdynamic ride characteristics, while the C 400 GT, as a Gran Turismo variantsuitable for touring, stands out thanks to its enhanced range of comfortfeatures. To make sure that this remains the case in the future too, BMWMotorrad has now upgraded the two midsize scooters and, in addition to somesignificant technical optimisations, has also given them new colours and styles.
Powerful single-cylinder engine according to EU-5 homologation with E-gas,new engine management and optimised centrifugal clutch.
As before, the proven efficiency-optimised single-cylinder engine with anoutput of 25 kW (34 hp) at 7 500 rpm and a torque of 35 Nm at 5 750 rpm servesas the drive unit. Power transmission is via a CVT (Continuously VariableTransmission) gearbox and a torsionally stiff drivetrain swing arm withinnovative swing arm bearing for minimum vibration and therefore maximumcomfort. Thanks to current EU 5 homologation, the new C 400 X and C 400 GTremain the ideal partners for dynamic, carefree scooter fun.
For this reason the engine has been equipped with a so-called "electronicthrottle grip" (E-gas) and an electrically operated throttle valve as well as anew engine management system. Further optimisations are a modified matrix andcoating of the catalytic converter, a wideband oxygen sensor, modifications tothe cylinder head, a new sensor on the generator cover, an adapted wiringharness and modified idle speed control. The idle speed regulator in the airboxhas been omitted and the idle speed control is now carried out via a throttlevalve bypass and a turbulence system.
In addition to complying with EU-5 homologation, the revised drive impressesriders above all with an even smoother and more sensitive throttle response aswell as increased idling stability. In addition to E-gas and new enginemanagement, the optimised springs for the centrifugal clutch also contribute toincreasing engine running stability. The tolerance of the spring force waslimited, the spring force was slightly increased and the engine speed wasslightly raised as the clutch re-engages. Due to the reduced tolerances, thespread of the speed when disengaging the clutch is smaller and belated openingof the clutch - as occasionally known from the predecessor - no longer occurs.
Automatic Stability Control (ASC) with automatic radius calibration andincreased regulation quality. Homologation of the full top speed now also forChina.
In the course of the technical revision, the new C 400 X and C 400 GT alsoreceived an optimised ASC. Instead of the previous manual recalibration - forexample when changing tyres - the new system now has an automatic radiuscalibration. In addition, the new ASC is designed for significantly lowerfriction values than before. When riding, this is noticeable in a more sensitiveresponse and significantly increased regulation comfort - especially on wet andslippery surfaces. Deactivating ASC is now no longer necessary.
Until now, the two vehicles were homologated for the Chinese market for aspeed of 129 km/h. The legal requirements in China have changed and so it hasnow become possible to homologate the full top speed of 139 km/h there as in theother markets.
Brake system with new front brake calipers and adjusted lever travel of frontand rear brakes. Storage compartment with optimised lighting and USB chargingsocket.
The brake system of the new C 400 X and C 400 GT has also been revised.Thanks to new brake calipers, the double-disc brake system at the front nowoffers a more stable and clearly defined pressure point as well as improvedroll-back behaviour of the brake pistons. This is accompanied by aligned levertravels for the rear brake on the left and the front brake on the right for asymmetrical braking feel.
The optimised lighting of the storage compartment (volume 31 l, 45 l withFlexcase) under the seat bench improves comfort significantly. The lighting nowno longer comes from the side, but from above for even better illumination. Inaddition to the 12-volt onboard socket, the front right storage compartment isnow equipped with a USB charging socket.
Two new attractive colours each as well as the style variants "Sport" (C 400X) and "Triple Black" (C 400 GT).
As before the new BMW C 400 X and C 400 GT also feature the unmistakabledesign language of BMW Motorrad. Modern and future-oriented looks reflect theBMW Motorrad design philosophy perfectly. The new midsize scooters from BMWMotorrad are each offered in three different colour variants.
C 400 X• Base paint finish Blackstorm metallic.• Optional Granite Grey metallic paint finish.• Style Sport (Blackstorm metallic/Racingblue metallic matt.
C 400 GT• Base paint finish Alpine White.• Optional Kallisto Grey metallic paint finish. • Style Triple Black (Blackstorm metallic with matt tapes.
All new features of the BMW C 400 X and C 400 GT at a glance:
• Powerful single-cylinder drive according to EU-5 homologation with E-gas,new engine management and optimised centrifugal clutch.• Optimised idling behaviour.• Automatic Stability Control (ASC) with automatic radius calibration andincreased regulation quality.• Brake system with new front brake calipers, clearly defined pressure point andadjusted lever travel of front and rear brakes.• Seat storage compartment with optimised lighting and USB charging socket inthe front right storage compartment.• Two new attractive colours each as well as the style variants "Sport" (C 400X) and "Triple Black" (C 400 GT).