BMW CE 04 specifications, dimensions and price
BMW · Electric scooter
BMW CE 04
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 |
| Class | Electric scooter |
| Transmission | 1-speed transmission, integrated into motor housing |
| Front suspension | Single-bridge telescopic forks with 110 mm spring travel |
| Rear suspension | Single-sided swing arm/directly hinged suspension strut with 92 mm spring travel |
| Front brake | Double disc brake 265 mm (4 piston fixed caliper) |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake 265 mm (1 piston floating caliper) |
| Front tire | 120/70 R15 |
| Rear tire | 160/60 R15 |
| Wet weight (road ready, fully fueled) | 509 lb |
| Maximum power | 42 hp |
| Maximum power (at rpm) | 4,900 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 45.7 lb-ft |
| Maximum torque (at rpm) | 1,500 rpm |
| Maximum speed | 75 mph (electronically limited) |
| Steering head angle | 63.5° |
| ABS | BMW Motorrad ABS |
| Frame | Steel double loop frame |
| Wheels | Cast aluminum wheels (disc wheel or disc wheel optics) |
| Permitted total weight | 410 kg (904 lb) |
| Payload | 179 kg (395 lb) |
| Range (WMTC) | Approximately 80 mi |
| Standard charging time | Approx. 4h:20min for 0-100% and approx. 3h:30min for 0-80% @ 10A / 230V / 2.3 kW |
| Starting MSRP | $12,195 |
| Destination charge | $595 |
BikeWale says the bench seat may look uncomfortable at first glance but is not once you are seated, with firm, supportive padding that lets you sit comfortably during urban rides. The reviewer says the comfort is helped by an easy reach to the handlebar and a long, wide footboard that lets you stretch your legs and ride as on a maxi scooter or put your feet in a neutral position.
What the design gives
The CE 04 is a large electric scooter, and at 509 lb road ready it is nearly twice the weight of the BMW CE 02. The footboard layout is a real difference from a motorcycle: the rider sits upright with feet forward, and there is more storage and weather protection room. It targets a city commuter who wants more than a small electric moped and less than a motorcycle.
Against the CE 02 and Yamaha XMAX
The CE 04 costs $4,596 more than the BMW CE 02 and is 218 lb heavier. Yamaha's gasoline XMAX at $6,399 is the natural non-electric rival, at $5,796 less.
The CE 04 suits an urban commuter who wants electric propulsion, comfort and a distinctive design, and can afford the premium over a gasoline maxi-scooter.
CE 04 against the CE 02 and XMAX
BMW's own BMW CE 02 and Yamaha's gasoline XMAX are the nearest alternatives.
BMW CE 04 — specification referenceThe CE 04 is BMW's electric maxi-scooter with a long bench seat and wide footboards. BikeWale says the firm padding is supportive in urban rides and the footboard lets you stretch out like on a maxi scooter, and BMW asks $12,195.
The CE 04 costs $4,596 more than the CE 02 and is 218 lb heavier. Yamaha's petrol XMAX at $6,399 is the natural non-electric rival, at $5,796 less.
- Model-year range
- 2022–2023
- Compared editions
- 2
- Specification entries
- 39
- Entries that differ
- 3
BikeWale describes a long, wide footboard that lets a rider stretch their legs as on a maxi scooter or place feet in a neutral position.
BMW lists 509 lb road ready, which is much heavier than the CE 02 at 291 lb, though the bike is designed for smooth city cruising.
Other models in this reference: BMW F 900 R, BMW F 450 GS.