2021 BMW Definition CE 04. Image credits - BMW.
BMW's profilation of this bike
The BMW Motorrad Definition CE 04 is the logical continuation of the electromobility strategy for urban conurbations and provides a concrete preview of what a contemporary production vehicle could look like, with which we will take two-wheel electric mobility in metropolitan areas to a new level, both technically and visually,´ explains Edgar Heinrich, Head of Design at BMW Motorrad.
General information
Motorcycle name
BMW Definition CE 04
Model year
2021
Category
Prototype / concept model
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Engine and transmission
Engine type
Electric
Engine details
Permanent-magnet liquid-cooled synchronous motor
Power output
42.0 HP (30.7 kW )) @ 4900 RPM
Torque
61.0 Nm (6.2 kgf-m or 45.0 ft.lbs) @ 4900 RPM
Top speed
120.0 km/h (74.6 mph)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
1-speed
Transmission type
Belt (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Steel double loop
Rake (fork angle)
26.5°
Trail
120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front suspension
Single-bridge telescopic forks
Front wheel travel
100 mm (3.9 inches)
Rear suspension
Single-sided swing arm/central spring strut
Rear wheel travel
92 mm (3.6 inches)
Front tire
120/70-R15
Rear tire
160/60-R15
Front brakes
Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. 4-piston calipers.
Diameter
270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. 1-piston floating calipers.
Diameter
270 mm (10.6 inches)
Wheels
Cast aluminum
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
230.0 kg (507.1 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.1826 HP/kg
Seat height
855 mm (33.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1150 mm (45.3 inches)
Overall length
2285 mm (90.0 inches)
Overall width
947 mm (37.3 inches)
Wheelbase
1675 mm (65.9 inches)
Other specifications
Color options
Mineral White Metallic
Starter
Electric
Instruments
10.25” TFT display including BMW Motorrad Connectivity
Electrical
12 V / 5 Ah, maintenance-free secondary battery.
Light
LED headlight
Comments
8.5 kWh 148V lithium-ion battery. 40 lithium-ion battery cells. Charging 3.5 hours to 80%, with quick charger 65 min.
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