BMW C 400
BMW C 400 GT | |
| Manufacturer | BMW Motorrad |
|---|---|
| Parent company | BMW |
| Production | 2018–present |
| Class | Maxi-scooter |
| Engine | 350 cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled |
| Compression ratio | 12:1 |
| Top speed | 139 km/h (86 mph) |
| Power | (34 hp)/7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 35 Nm/5,750 rpm |
| Ignition type | Electronic |
| Fuel delivery | Electronic fuel injection |
| Transmission | Continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
| Frame type | Tubular steel |
| Suspension | Telescopic fork (front) Double swing arm (rear) |
| Brakes | Dual disc (front) Single disc (rear) ABS |
| Tires | 120/70 R15 (front) 150/70 R14 (rear) |
| Wheelbase | 1,565 mm |
| Seat height | 775 mm |
| Weight | 204 kg (C 400 X) 214 kg (C 400 GT) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.8ℓ |
| Fuel consumption | 3.5ℓ/100 km |
| Range | 350 km |
| Related | Kymco Downtown 350i |
The BMW C400 is a line of mid-sized scooters produced by BMW Motorrad since 2018.[1] It was introduced as BMW's first entry into the premium 350cc scooter segment. The series comprises two main versions: the C400 X, and the C400 GT, a "Gran Turismo" variant. Both share the same 350 cc single-cylinder engine and continuously variable transmission (CVT).[2][3][4]
Development
BMW announced the C 400 X at EICMA 2017 as a mid-size scooter to slot below the larger C 650 Sport and C 650 GT.[5][6]
Design and features
Both C 400 models are powered by a 350cc single-cylinder engine producing around 34 hp, along with a continuously variable transmission. Standard equipment includes anti-lock braking (ABS), automatic stability control (ASC), LED lighting, and under-seat storage.[7][8]
Market reception
Upon release, reviewers and owners of the scooter frequently praised its quality of construction and reliability. However, some criticism centered around its asking price, which tends to be higher than for similarly powered scooters such as the Yamaha XMAX 300 and Honda Forza 350.[9]
References
- ^ Pennefather, Charles (6 November 2018). "EICMA 2018: BMW C400 GT announced". BikeWale. Retrieved 21 September 2025.
- ^ Urry, Jon (24 October 2024). "BMW take aim at the commuter market with updated C400X & C400GT scooters for 2025". Retrieved 21 September 2025.
- ^ Jitchotvisut, Janaki (14 October 2024). "BMW Adds New Alphabet Powers To C 400 GT, C 400 X Scooter Range". RideApart.com. Retrieved 21 September 2025.
- ^ "The new BMW C 400 X." Retrieved 21 September 2025.
- ^ Bhat, Ranjan R. (7 November 2017). "EICMA 2017: BMW unveils C 400 X urban scooter". BikeWale. Retrieved 21 September 2025.
- ^ S, Mehdi (8 November 2017). "EICMA 2017 : nouveauté scooter BMW C 400 X". SCOOTER-DZ (in French). Retrieved 21 September 2025.
- ^ "2024 BMW C 400 GT breaks cover, India launch likely soon: Key facts to know". HT Auto Desk. www.msn.com. 14 October 2024. Retrieved 21 September 2025.
- ^ "2025 BMW C 400 GT launched as India's most expensive petrol-powered scooter". HT News Desk. Hindustan Times. 8 March 2025. Retrieved 21 September 2025.
- ^ Urry, Jon (24 October 2024). "BMW take aim at the commuter market with updated C400X & C400GT scooters for 2025". Retrieved 21 September 2025.