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- The BMW C1-E is a prototype scooter built for the eSUM.
- BMW doesn’t divulge a lot of detail except that the motor is 'based on components' from Vectrix.
- BMW notes that the C1-E concept could 'also be equipped with an efficient, low-emissions internal combustion engine.'
- The C1-E protects the rider with a roll-bar enclosure and seat belt.
- BMW itself makes pains to say C1-E 'production is currently not planned.'
- Because of its seat-belt and roll bar the C1 does not require helmet use.
- Propelling the C1-E is an electric motor sourcing juice from a lithium-ion battery.
- Pay a visit to Europe and there are a surprising amount of previous C1's scattered through the two-wheeled parking areas – where most EU countries allow it to be operated without a helmet.
- Speaking with BMW reps in the past and constant mention made us suspect the C1 concept wasn't completely dead.
- The C1, BMW’s enclosed scooter model, never had the staying power the Bavarian marque hoped