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Electric Everything: BMW’s Brand New CE 02

World's First "eParkourer"

BMW's 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.
BMW's 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.

Back in 2023, the Bavarians revealed the CE 02 concept – an electric machine designed to cater to the younger-gen crowds, for an urban setting, 

Now, the CE 02 is finally out and about, just in time for the continued seasonal shenanigans – and sporting a helluva price tag, too (for a Beemer beauty, anyways).

Despite the machine being partially named after the vaulting, jumping, climbing, and and sprinting sport that is parkour, don’t worry – rolling is pretty much all the CE 02 can boast, barring an occasional skid moment. 🙂

BMW's 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.
BMW’s 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.

When it comes to the dint in the proverbial wallet, BMW’s 2024 CE 02 eParkourer shows off a bargain-friendly $7,599 USD pricetag, accompanying a reduced design, 291lb weight, and compatibility with the BMW Motorrad Connected app – all told, a versatile offering for the active kids of our cities proper.

For what it’s worth, we’re told the motor working underneath everything is good for 15 hp, with 40.6 lb-ft of yank available for your local, rev-happy haunts. That’s nothing crazy if you’re comparing it to BMW’s S 1000 RR, or even BMW’s first electric model in the CE lineup (the CE 04)… but it’s perfect for the clientele BMW’s targeting.

BMW's 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.
BMW’s 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.

“With the CE 02, we are striving for something new at BMW Motorrad and want to be pioneers once again,” explains Edgar Heinrich, Head of BMW Motorrad Design, in a recent press release.

“Thanks to its unusual proportions and striking graphics, the new CE 02 is an uncomplicated, youthful form of single-track mobility. The reduced design language stands for lightness and fun.”

“The focus is not on utility, but on emotional appeal, riding pleasure, and uncomplicated, almost intuitive use.”

Of course, we’re interested in everything that comes with the 2042 CE 02. The following is directly sourced from BMW’s press release for transparency and ease of access: 

BMW's 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.
BMW’s 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.

Highlights of the new BMW CE 02

  • Maximum power: 15 hp, rated power:  8 hp, torque: 40.6 lb-ft
  • Two 48v, 1.96 kWh lithium-ion batteries
  • Steel frame and single-sided rear swingarm
  • Telescopic front forks   
  • BMW Motorrad ABS (front wheel only)
  • ASC (Automatic Stability Control) and RSC (Recuperative Stability Control)
  • Reversing aid
  • Two standard riding modes “Flow” and “Surf”
  • Third driving mode “Flash” as part of the optional HIGHLINE package
  • Low seat height of 29.5 inches
  • Suitable for riding two-up
  • Keyless Ride
  • LED headlights, tail-light and turn signals
  • 3.5″ micro TFT display
  • USB-C socket
  • Cradle mode in the BMW Motorrad Connected app
  • BMW Motorrad Connected Services
  • 0.9 kW external charger for household sockets. 1.5kW quick charger part of optional HIGHLINE package
BMW's 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.
BMW’s 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.

Colors

Cosmic Black

  • Cosmic Black color
  • Black seat
  • Granite Grey Metallic and Silver contrasting colors
  • 9 decals

Cosmic Black 2 (Highline Package)

  • Cosmic Black 2 color
  • Tri-color seat with white, petrol and black contrasting colors
  • Granite Grey Metallic and Silver contrasting colors
  • Gold forks
  • 22 decals, including wheel decals
BMW's 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.
BMW’s 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.

Standard Equipment

  • 15 hp electric motor
  • 0.9 kW charger
  • Traction battery with low voltage technology
  • Automatic Stability Control
  • Upside down front forks
  • Single-sided swingarm, rear pre-load adjustable
  • Handlebar trim panel
  • Disk cast wheels
  • Electronic immobilizer
  • LED headlight, taillight and turn signals
  • 4-way multi-controller
  • USB-C port
  • On-board computer
  • Flow and Surf ride modes
  • Adjustable handbrake lever
  • Keyless Ride
  • Reversing aid
  • Preparation for anti-theft alarm
  • Connectivity and Power saving mode to reduce power / speed and increase range
BMW's 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.
BMW’s 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.

Optional Equipment

HIGHLINE Package

  • Cosmic Black 2 with tri-color seat and contrasting highlights
  • 1.5 kW quick charger
  • Bluetooth interface
  • Smartphone tray
  • Ride Modes Pro with Flash mode
  • Seat Pro
  • Heated grips
  • BMW Motorrad Connected Services
  • Alternate Last State Call

Accessories

  • Black, Urban and Adventure collection 16-liter side cases
  • Black, Urban and Adventure collection 35–42-liter side cases
  • Black, Urban and Adventure collection 50–60-liter side cases
  • Light top case, 29 liters
  • Luggage carrier, black
  • Anti-theft alarm
BMW's 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.
BMW’s 2024 CE 02. Media sourced from BMW.

What do you think of BMW’s new CE 02?

*All media sourced from BMW’s press release*