Well This Isn't Good

[kz1000st]

If BMW does this, it can't help the scooter cause.

http://blog.motorcycle.com/2014/11/1...015-us-lineup/

[rks]

I'm probably the biggest BMW fan on this forum, and currently own two R1200C motorcycles. BMW produces some wonderful machines.....but I don't think they quite understand the scooter concept. The 600, and the 650, might kinda look like scooters, but I wouldn't consider a 647cc, 60hp, 109mph, 550 to 570lb, machine that only delivers 40 - 47 mpg, and cost in excess of 10K, to be a true scooter.

These specs (with the exception of displacement, and maximum torque), are almost identical to my motorcycle's, 61hp, 104mph, 563lb, and 46.3 mpg average (90% two up riding).

Scooters are supposed to be light, nimble, fuel efficient, basic transportation.
So in my opinion, BMW isn't selling scooters, but rather 650cc motorcycles, with a cvt, that kinda look like a scooter.......I a BMW fan....but I won't miss these

[bnc]

I think they were intended to compete in the maxi-scooter class against Suzuki Burgman 650, Honda Silverwing, NC700X, Yamaha Majesty, Aprilia SV850, etc.

The NC700X is 670 cc but Honda claims 64 mpg.

[wheelbender6]

I haven't read the sales reports, but I thought the C600 outsold the 650GT in the states. Maybe I have it back'ards.
Sorry to see the agile 650 Sertao dual sport go too. BMW may be conceding that big thumper segment to Husky and KTM, since their customer base is so dirt oriented.