BMW relaunches the scooter… without a helmet!
This page is translated from the original post "BMW relance le scooter… sans casque !" in French.
- 02/09/2025 13:43
BMW creates a sensation by unveiling the Vision CE, an urban electric scooter that could transform mobility in the city.
Its originality? An integrated safety cage that makes wearing a helmet nearly unnecessary, reminiscent of the famous BMW C1 launched 25 years ago.
The C1 left a mark in 2000 with its roof, seatbelt, and protective cage. Although its commercial success was limited, it won over a small community attracted by its comfort and practicality. With the Vision CE, BMW revives this idea while adding modern electric scooter technology.
The core of the concept is a metal structure combined with a seat and a seatbelt that create a real safety cell. This allows for city driving without a helmet or heavy gear, while still being protected in case of a fall. BMW hopes to attract urban dwellers who are put off by the constraints of protective gear or summer heat.
BMW learns lessons from the C1
The design does not go unnoticed. Long and low, the Vision CE boasts a stable silhouette with an elongated wheelbase. The cage, far from being cumbersome, remains airy and architectural. The contrast of matte white, black, and neon red touches, with aluminum details, gives the scooter a technical and elegant look. The self-balancing feature adds a practical touch that was lacking, it must be admitted, in the C1. No need to place feet at traffic lights, making the ride more accessible for beginners.
Under the hood, the Vision CE is based on the CE 04, already in production. With its 42 horsepower and a range of 130 km, it is tailored for urban daily use. The safety cage may slightly increase the weight and reduce the range, but the overall design is focused on short trips in the city.
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BMW has not specified a release date, but the concept feels ready for the market. A final version could integrate a more aerodynamic roof and appeal to urban dwellers seeking a simple, safe, and comfortable scooter that reinvents urban mobility without compromising on style.
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