BMW C1

The first is when we theorize. The technique has been known for some time, photos and C1 have also been seen live. Then sit down and test.

The first meters are simply unusual; It feels like I have a roof frame attached to my shoulders, this is how I felt it while driving. Not very nice. Although I was expecting something like this. But after a few hundred meters, it turns out that a person quickly gets used to everything.

The relatively long wheelbase handles the bike well in long corners, and the radial tires also help. The small tire diameter causes short bumps such as potholes on the scooter, and the front tele-switch fork keeps the motorcycle level even when braking hard.

Why is the C1 a motorcycle? Simply because it only has a pair of wheels and because we drive it with the handlebars because it has two brake levers on the handlebars because it opens on the side. Hm, that's all.

Why is C1 a car? Well, it's not, but a number of elements are reminiscent of what we're used to in cars. Top roof (and auxiliary sunroof, only opens from front to top here!), Seat belt (one three-point and one two-point, both automatic), airbag, (optional) ABS, front crease area, windshield wiper, possible accessories (including ceiling lights, side computer, radio, heating system, alarm, alarm), digital electronic control engine, catalytic converter. .

Explain to yourself however you wish, the point is that most European countries have confirmed that drivers can ride without a helmet, except for a passenger sitting in an extra seat outside the safety bar. Slovenia is currently on the waiting list. For complete safety, the engine will start but will not idle until the driver is wearing a seatbelt.

Most of the doubts about the waterfall were also dispelled at the presentation; There are two plastic sheathed parts on the sides that cushion the impact (many crash test footage showed it was safer in a car, but probably not on a classic motorcycle).

The BMW C1 is maneuverable enough to drive around the city and fast enough not to get bored even on the roads outside the city. Single cylinder 125cc Rotax engine The water-cooled Cm develops 12 Nm and 11 kW (15 hp) with an average consumption of 2 liters of unleaded petrol over 9 kilometers. It forms a single unit with the swingarm, and power is transmitted through an automatic transmission of the CVT type. This means stepless transmission through two pulleys of different diameters. In practice, the body works in such a way that when accelerating from 100 to 30 kilometers per hour, the engine speed does not change, but the transmission ratio changes (from the initial 80 to the final 3). Below 0 and above 0 kilometers per hour, the engine speed changes, but the gear ratio remains the same.

While BMW is also looking for buyers among modern scooters, the C1 cannot be compared to scooters, at least in terms of weight. It weighs a whopping 185 kilograms, but the stand placement has been well adapted to that weight. There are two levers available for this, the process is quite simple and it doesn't take a lot of energy.

Despite all the car-like accessories, the C1 is without a doubt a motorcycle. The skill of riding on two wheels is the skill that draws a clear dividing line. But with a price of DM 10.000 and up (in Germany), the 1X is still making its way into the automotive class. Is its exclusivity, uniqueness and unusualness enough to convince buyers?

BMW C1

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Model: BMW C1

engine (design): 1-cylinder, water-cooled

engine displacement (cm3): 125

maximum power (kW / hp at 1 / min): 11 (15) at 9250

maximum torque (Nm at 1 / min): 12 at 6500

front to: Telelever

last by: swing with drive system

length x width x height (mm): 2075 x 850 (1026 with mirrors) x 1766

trunk (l): depending on equipment

maximum speed (km / h): 103

acceleration 0-50 km / h (s): 5, 9

fuel consumption (l / 100km): 2, 9

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Vinko Kernc

Photo: Vinko Kernc