BMW C 600 and C 650 Models Overview (2012–2020)
BMW launched the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT in 2012 as part of its entry into the maxi-scooter segment, aiming to blend motorcycle performance with the practicality of an urban scooter.
The C 600 Sport and C 650 GT marked BMW Motorrad’s return to the scooter market since the BMW C1. These maxi-scooters were designed to offer sporty performance and dynamic handling while maintaining the everyday convenience and comfort expected from a scooter.
BMW C 600 Sport (2012–2015)
- Engine: 647 cc liquid-cooled parallel twin, 44 kW (60 hp) @ 7,500 rpm, 66 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
- Transmission: CVT with oil-bath chain final drive
- Chassis: 40 mm upside-down fork, monoshock rear suspension, 15″ wheels
- Brakes: Dual 270 mm front discs, 270 mm rear disc, standard ABS
- Seat Height: 810 mm
- Weight: 249 kg ready-to-ride
- Special features:
- Sporty riding position
- Manually adjustable windscreen
- BMW’s “FlexCase” expandable storage compartment (usable only when parked)
BMW C 650 GT (2012–2015)
- Engine: Same as C 600 Sport
- Seat Height: 795 mm
- Weight: 261 kg
- Special features:
- Comfort-focused upright riding position with backrest
- Electrically adjustable windscreen
- Large underseat storage (~60 liters)
- Integrated mirrors with turn signals and LED lighting
Updates & Name Change (2015–2016)
- C 600 Sport renamed to C 650 Sport
- Technical upgrades:
- Smoother CVT transmission
- Redesigned exhaust silencer for better sound and emissions
- Standard ASC (Automatic Stability Control) and ABS
- Optional Side View Assist (SVA) for the C 650 GT (blind spot detection)
- Design changes:
- C 650 Sport received a more dynamic look with new colors and sport seat
- C 650 GT featured revised rear styling and updated taillights
End of Production and Successor
- End of Production: Both models were discontinued in 2020, partly due to Euro 5 emission regulations and BMW’s shift toward electric mobility
- Successor: No direct successor, but BMW introduced the fully electric CE 04 as a future-forward urban mobility solution
Comparison Table: C 600/C 650 Sport vs. C 650 GT
| Feature | C 600/C 650 Sport | C 650 GT |
|---|---|---|
 |  | |
| Riding Position | Sporty, active | Upright, touring-style with backrest |
| Windscreen | Manually adjustable | Electrically adjustable |
| Storage | FlexCase (expandable only when parked) | Large underseat (~60 L) for 2 helmets |
| Passenger Comfort | Foldable pegs | Floorboards + cushioned pillion seat |
| Weight | 249 kg | 261 kg |
| Design | Sleek, sporty | Elegant, luxury-oriented |