2022 BMW C 400 GT scooter review for the United States market

2022 BMW c400gt quick walk through

[@kennethgray2711]

I just picked my Callisto Grey Metallic C400GT two days ago! What a blast to ride! Your right, not many videos in USA on these. I test drove 10 different motorcycles, Harley, Honda, Indian, and BMW. I was looking for a used RT when dealer got this. I test drove and had a smile ear to ear, this was just a blast to drive! It has all the safety features of high end bikes and an automatic to boot! Unfortunately I live in Michigan and bike will sit for next 4 months but gives time to get all the accessories purchased and installed over winter, Wunderlich windshield, hand protectors, engine (body) guard, BMW rear trunk, etc.

[@jmhunter83]

That’s great. Which hand protectors did you go with? I ordered a luggage rack so I can put a Givi on it. I saw on forums some folks are using the vario straight on the rack.

[@jmhunter83]

also curious about which drop bars?

[@thedolphinDog]

I have a RT I will trade you for a week

[@jeffquickle3793]

Used RT?....What's that? And how tall are you? I want a scooter or Maxi scooter but I am 6 feet tall and have long legs....I don't want to feel like I am on a child's bike with my knees up in the air....I know for sure I would remove the back lumbar support on the seat and that might give me more room to scoot back....

[@kennethgray2711]

@@jeffquickle3793 RT is a BMW RT1200, BMW’s middle size sport touring motorcycle, aka. Boxer. I am 5’10”, 32” inseam, on the C400GT, my feet are flat footed on ground with knees very slightly bent when stopped. Seat is tilted forward, you can easily place your position on seat for proper feet placement on ground. With the floorboards, it has two spots for feet, with foot on horizontal board, I am in comfortable sitting position, knees slightly down and lower legs vertical, not cramped, with feet in forward position on floorboard (cruising position) knees are slightly bent, I don’t feel cramped, I don’t feel like I am extending my feet. I find it extremely comfortable.

[@DanSZiegler]

Thanks for the video! I’m looking to get a 2023 model, and I’m finding that there still aren’t a lot of review videos on KZbin. So I appreciated yours!

[@cottonanddustproductsofwes6584]

I have this same one. Look at either BMW or ShadUSA for a top case. These make a big difference! Also don’t be afraid to change the seat up- I had mine recovered in a saddle brown and it’s 🔥!! I have a 1250RT touring also but this is my everyday here in Texas. BMW makes a taller windscreen for these, will add an extra 2” of height. I’ve been riding since I was a kid and I’m serious when I say this is one of the better commuters out there. Would I take it on a long trip? Yep. But these really shine around town. Make it yours! Have fun guys!!

[@jmhunter83]

I’m new to riding. I traded someone my vespa for an older vstrom. But ya this is the best around the town deal. I’ve also taken on the freeway several times. Great visibility. The vstrom came with a givi v46 case, so I bought the stock luggage rack and universal Givi mount and I’m good to go. I should probably do an update video. Also got my first oil change about two weeks ago. I’m at 950 miles.

[@jmhunter83]

Also took this on a 140 mile twisty run a couple weeks ago. Kept up ok with my buddys multistrada

[@jacobhunter2492]

I've taken it on a few trips, all less than 100 miles radius from home. I prefer my v-strom out of town, having to run the motor with the throttle pegged isn't exactly relaxing. As well I don't find the seating position fun on the highway.

[@thegutsyninja8851]

i have the 2022 gt after having the xmax and another well known bike, the gt is expensive but is better in every way other than xmax seat storage, but the seat height is lower. smooth and perfect love it. it’s so much fun and can do anything with ease

[@danielhonick5521]

Hello, I’m thinking between the xmax300 vs the c400gt. Is the bmw scooter reliable? I will be using this for food deliveries. Any advice will be greatly appreciated!

[@go5582]

Hi , I have been reviewing both scooters, they are about the same price , $12,700.00 out the door. I really want a 2022 BMW c400gt in alpine white over a Yamaha XMax. Did you test drive either scooters before buys the BMW? Do you think the BMW c400gt can run and complete the scooter cannonball run? Did add any accessories to your BMW? Thanks.

[@theworldsbonkers]

Pick mine up tomorrow Triple Black first ride to Thruxton UK for BSB cant wait weather looks good too

[@ronedwards8239]

I just purchased Triple Black also. Should be here end of month.

[@theworldsbonkers]

@@ronedwards8239 Hi Ron I can honestly say I absolutely love my scooter you really wont be disappointed.

[@Quasilocket]

Thanks for the review. Hard to find any info in the US on these. What are your thoughts of having this as a daily driver? I live in SW Florida with no daily commute (work from home). My wife has a vehicle for her commute so we will always have one vehicle on hand. I can't justify having a vehicle of my own but want something to get around and run to the store for groceries and such. I've only ever owned a yamaha smax and it wasn't very comfortable and was pretty terrifying taking it on the highway past 70 mph. The BMW looks very nice and comfortable but i don't want something overly huge and heavy so I am curious about the size and weight (I believe its around 470 pounds wet?). Is it easy to maneuver ? Does it feel overly heavy or big? I am 6'1 205 if it helps. Thanks again!

[@jmhunter83]

Felt heavy and big for first 5 mins. I sold my vespa. This is the shit.

[@Bobbgeane]

Go Yamaha and u won't be disappointed

[@thegutsyninja8851]

update: well, at 2,000 miles it’s already in the shop for warranty work. oil leaking from the cvt! the honeymoon period was pretty short. if i’m told weeks to repair it’s going bye bye. it’s an expensive scooter that may not be manufactured to the highest standards. i’ve owned hondas and yamahas that were perhaps less refined but never broke down. sometimes you don’t get what you pay for. on friday the bike goes in to be taken apart to find the cause… i have a feeling that my authorized dealer will likely have no experience or clue how to work on this. if that’s the case i’m sending out to pasture like a horse with a broken leg. too bad it’s a good looking bike that should live up to its namesake, super disappointed in BMW right now. it may be the fact that these particular machines are assembled in china. i used to live there, trust me quantity overrules quality 100 to 1. bummer

[@David-vz5mv]

I heard the voice and the way you talk and then I saw the hat and I knew for sure.

[@wileecoyote5749]

liberal douche?

[@go5582]

Hi handsome. How do you like the BMW c400gt ,so far,is it capable of climbing the steep angles in sf,CA? How is the breaking system, ? Did you consider getting a different color? Do you think it's too big of scooter for sf or bayarea? Thanks. P.S Can you please add a buy me coffee link, I'd like to buy buy you coffee for your time reading my comments.

[@larrymartin8511]

Just wanted to know how you got your scooter so fast, I’ve had my 2022 BMW c400gt ordered since December and still waiting in Kentucky

[@rpeavey50]

Hey, thanks for the video. I just put a deposit down on a 2022 C400GT Triple Black. I pick it up in December. Question for you. I am 6'4". Is it possible to remove the seat back? I need just a few more inches to move back. I imagine less comfortable ride and would look ugly? Have you been able to get top speed? Thanks again.

[@jmhunter83]

I don’t think so. It appears to be one big seat. Might be able to be reupholstered by an expert though. Or something on the after market?

[@jmhunter83]

I’m a bigger guy. I’ve got it to high 70s pretty easy. Haven’t tried pushing it to max.

[@Roland12b]

@@jmhunter83 Two up with my wife. I am not a little. Easy and comfortable indicated 85. Not sure this would be my normal cruise speed but very capable scooter. Little front turn in at slower speeds. If you are new to twist and go then I would drive it in a big parking lot at slower speeds to get a feel for the scooter at slower speeds. Just a great scooter. Wife and I did two up for over 100 miles in a day. Also heated seat and heated handgrips make a huge difference on cold days.

[@StevenSVT]

I have a 2019 Vespa GTS 300 Super, I’ve been thinking of selling it to get into this. Only gripe I have with it, it’s built in china… I to spend about 10k on this I would prefer it was a German Bike, or at least some type collaboration with one of Japanese built scooters… It’s still tempting me, though…

[@thechosen5805]

There built in China under bmw standards. The workers are Chinese. Quality control is all bmw/Germany. Lets not act like bmw bikes made in Germany are the most reliable. If we truly cared about reliability we would be looking at Japanese scooters

[@sxtsxt6714]

Hey there, I'm thinking about getting a 2023 BMW C 400 GT Triple Black. How many miles do you have on it and are they any problems or issues? Thanks

[@jasonlong8625]

I have a Honda adv 150 but it’s way too small for me and my wife to ride 2 up. I want something to tour national parks etc with. How does this one do for comfort and power with. 2 up riding? The rear floorboards look great

[@jmhunter83]

I can’t imagine riding this cross country. It could definitely do it. Wife finds it perfectly comfortable here in San Francisco. It powers up and down the steepest streets fine. Great brakes.

[@larrymartin8511]

How in the heck you get your scooter so fast, I’ve had mine ordered since December and still waiting on it

[@stbyrd2000]

Do you have issues with the engine cutting off at low rpm’s ? Do you have to do an asc recalibration often to fix the error ?

[@markjulius2006]

Where did you get the holder for your cellphone?

[@robmx2324]

Do you use Premium gas (92 Octane) ? Or regular on the scooter?

[@robmx2324]

Thanks. Doing my test drive in a week or two. They don’t stay on the showroom floor very long.

[@user-qw7nr4jc9o]

@@robmx2324if you open instructions, they says fuel recommendation 87aki which means regular

[@neecobarley3226]

How this thia compare to the vespa gtv. Im deciding between these two

[@andrewpark7242]

The big difference is cruise control, heated seats and handlebars. if yout tall you get some back support and a digital speedometer which is nice

[@EricKlein]

how does it do regarding power with two people on it? can you comfortably get up to 65mph or so with a passenger?

[@charlesebyjr2925]

How much? 😊

[@go5582]

Please update a video with your bmw motorcycles

[@Bobbgeane]

I HOPE IT'S MORE RELIABLE THAN THE CE-04.

[@ChasingMyLiberty]

Thank you!!!!

[@keving1633]

I've got a Suzuki Burgman 200. This one looks like it has a lot of features. My biggest concern -- pardon my ignorance if I'm wrong --- would be reliability and the cost to maintain. Obviously BMW cars perform well, but that requires the owner to be diligent in maintenance, which is expensive. Not as reliable and trouble free as Japanese machines. My fear is the scooter would be in a similar boat.

[@jacobhunter2492]

Finally.

[@jacobbenedict4233]

how many gallons of gas does it hold and how far can you go on a single tank

[@tomekcz20022]

Does the small storage compartments lock?

[@zaidhassan7598]

Weird your vehicle setting is disabled, it has light setting

[@goldstarenterprise7815]

Hi, how does one get into the vehicle settings. Mine doesn't give me a option to go into it

[@joseadavila7445]

the only thing i dont undertand from bmw .why they put a rubber ? collapsible trunk or it is leather ? . everything i like but that . if that rips oh boy . i got a piaggio mp 3 500 everything solid big trunk

[@go5582]

hi handsome what a topic. i love it. please may i comment, 1st please go have 5 kids,your handsome. 2nd ride your bmw with safety and wear a helite airvest. 3 rd did you get an extended warranty? Did you consider getting the ce04 electric bmw? thanks more videos please.

[@jmhunter83]

Didn’t get the extended warranty. It was unreasonably priced at my dealer. The ce04 isn’t my thing. Not opposed to electric, esp for around town, but I don’t think it visibly appealing, not great range and expensive.

[@jmhunter83]

I’ve got plenty of kids and no I do not wear a vest

[@quidestnunc9238]

BMW C400 line is manufactured for BMW by Kymco of Taiwan which is a very experienced Scooter company. The Kymco "version" of this is an Xciting S 400i, so far as I can determine. And way less expensive.

[@AgencijaBoss]

No Kymco China engine Loncin

[@ThomasSchall]

That's not true. It's manufactured in China by Voege - who build a nearly equal Scooter (the Voege SR 4)

[@thimotyalmine5305]

can you test ride you're motorcycle

[@riv5438]

any updates on you riding this scoot?

[@JQUICK21]

MPG?.....Comfortable for a 6 ft tall person?......

[@nelsondav100]

Good luck trying to find one

[@karlbel4992]

Nice vidéo. The BMW is not it's a KYMCO engine 100% Taiwan build in China . ..with also a little soft case under the seat. Good quality but it's expensive for BMW stickers I ordered a Honda Forza 350 the most popular in Europ and Asia .

[@go5582]

Hi KB. That what I want a Honda Forza 350. They don't sell it here in California USA. Honda please add the HForza 350 to the USA MARKET.

[@rjwlkr]

When you say ordered one, like you were able to ship it to the USA even though sold in europe?

[@henrytoler5023]

Umm umm.umm . Dang

[@user-fm7dz9kc7y]

Made in China Nise bike! Voge rs 350.😉

[@UM-pg5lb]

Китай лучшая страна мира))). А вообще это kymco… компания основана в 1968 году совместно с Хонда, так что супер скутер. Вчера такой купил). Пушка.

[@user-fm7dz9kc7y]

@@UM-pg5lb Скажи це уйгурам! 🤣😂 Ніякий це не Тайвань, це континентальний Китай Loncin Holdings Ltd, BMW там виробляє двигуни ротекс 650 та інші речі в тому числі і максі скутер с400 gt він повністю локальний!

[@sleepingwithesirens9397]

Grey Metallic Color should be 4000$ and the White Colored deserves a 9k price tag just saying 😂✌️

[@-iIIiiiiiIiiiiIIIiiIi-]

I wanna hear the fuckin' thing ride!!!

[@jacobhunter2492]

Honestly sounds like a well muffled 350 thumper

[@knowone6214]

I'd rather have a Burgman

[@jacobhunter2492]

I mean congrats?!

[@kevinphillips150]

A review without actually using it?

[@jacobhunter2492]

That’s a whole Nother level of filming