BMW CE 04 Review | Electric Takes A HUGE STEP FORWARD!

A first ride and review of the all electric BMW CE 04 scooter. The future of motorcycling has begun and it is electric. Electric scooters are used a lot in the city but BMW has built the CE 04 as a premium city commuter and with zero emissions.
The car world has exploded with electric vehicles, with Tesla and now many other manufacturers going electric. Now BMW have made a premium electric motorcycle in the CE 04. But is it fun to ride and can it be practical, what is the range on electric motorcycles? Lets take a look and go for a ride on the potential future of motorcycling.
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[@billyquin3216]

I live in the States and just picked one up, and your information is spot on. I love it. Time your distance, and u never have to use the brakes.

[@redangrevival]

👍 a great bike, and perfect for the city etc... I hope you enjoy it. Cheers

[@twinphill900]

I guess servicing would be a matter of tyres and brakes only. No oil, no filters, no valve adjustment mmmm interesting.

[@redangrevival]

👍 Yes that is a massive bonus of electric bikes that I forgot to mention! Very cheap to service!

[@Fernando90054]

This is a taste of what the future is bringing our way. And the bike is stunning to ride on the city and surrounding areas. The futuristic design is a smart move from BMW. It’s impossible to tour with it but the concept will evolve to that, certainly. This video is food for thoughts ✌️✌️

[@redangrevival]

Yes it is amazing, to ride in town and a positive outlook for the future 👍 As you say hopefully it will evolve to longer distances etc... Very impressive scooter, although expensive! Cheers

[@Theophilus1968]

I’ve been riding motorbikes for over twenty-five years and I’ve always secretly wanted a Vespa. When they come out with something that can do 75mph, go two hundred miles on a charge and have that classic Vespa - Lamberta look, I’ll pull the trigger.

[@redangrevival]

👍 That is good to hear. An experienced rider interested in the electric scooters! I like that. I agree the classic looks of the Vespa mixed with electric power is a brilliant combo. Vespa already do an electric Scooter but pretty sure is doesn't do 75mph and two hundred miles!! It might be a long wait! Cheers

[@ElPanMexicano]

This. I'd be OK with 125ish miles, but would definitely like the small form of a vespa with speeds that make highway riding at least possible

[@ronedwards8239]

I just got mine a week ago. Excellent Scooter.

[@pcarts232]

I just got one of these it’s a blast to ride, best thing to say about it is not to compare it to a motorcycle because it’s nothing like it , it’s great upright and getting through traffic and basically getting across town but it doesn’t handle anything like a bike , it’s dna is 💯 scooter 🛵 electric just makes it faster and obviously less running costs but trust me you’re not gonna get 80 miles out of it on a single charge unless you’re in eco mode and ride it slowly

[@mikepopelka2349]

I really, really liked this test/video as I have never considered an electric two wheeler but your enthusiastic expressions have set me to thinking (always dangerous to the budget). Thanks for a great test!

[@redangrevival]

Hi Mike, thanks really pleased you liked the video 👍 Yes something a bit different, I genuinely really enjoyed riding it. Such a brilliant bike for in the city, so smooth and effortless, also very fast off the line as well!! Really recommend taking one for a test ride if you get the chance. Very interesting. As you say could be a dangerous path for the wallet, hope fully over time the price will come down 👍 Cheers

[@stefanbedacht792]

I ordered mine today in Spain and can't wait until delivery 2nd week of May. My test bike just had 3 modes and road was already super quick . Can't wait to experience the dynamic mode will be another level. I paid 13.800 euro

[@redangrevival]

Massive congrats on your order 🥳 They are super premium feeling bikes. Hope you love it

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Do you still like it, Stefan?

[@davidjames2235]

Your review was great, I have a new BMW C400X that has done 1000klm's. When I update it I will be buying an ELECTRIC MODEL. Cheers David

[@redangrevival]

Hi David, many thanks I appreciate it 👍 Sounds like you are enjoying your current C400X, this new electric model is really impressive to ride. Expensive but really premium feel. Cheers

[@hamadaxy]

Best Review for this Scooter 👏

[@redangrevival]

🙌 Many thanks I appreciate that and really pleased you liked the review. All the best

[@keithstewart1979]

Great Vid. I was curious about that scooter, glad to see you did one on it.

[@redangrevival]

Thanks glad you liked it 👍 It is a very interesting machine. I was very impressed with it, highly recommend a test ride if you get the chance.

[@richardalberg]

I have just ordered one. As an electric car driver I like the simplicity and tech-orientation of electric vehicles. I regularly make calls / listen to podcasts whilst riding and the relative quiet will help in this respect. I am concerned about the lack of weather protection, however, I guess I will commute in my car on bad weather days. I am keen to understand how hard it is to steal (i.e. can it easily be started and driven away / will professional thieves be interested in it - or is it too niche) as I will otherwise be wary about parking it in a bay in London. You recently reviewed the X-ADV. How would you compare this to the CE 04 from a ride performance perspective, as a commuter scooter?

[@redangrevival]

Hi Richard, I agree I did very much like the simplicity and serenity of it. I was surprised at how much I liked it. I am sure you will be very pleased with your order, it is a premium feeling scooter. I would say the CE 04 is better for in city commuting, just so smooth and great power response!!! However for on faster roads and out of the city I would go for the Honda 👍

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Good luck with it. And I hope no one steals it.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

@@redangrevival I'd like both.

[@redangrevival]

@@user-sw2lv3zp6o That would be ideal!

[@sassyvee6094]

@@user-sw2lv3zp6o hahahaha. good luck to them. it's an unwieldy beast when the power is off.

[@LionTheHeart]

Good to see a Triumph in the video!

[@redangrevival]

Haha 👍 Yup it was a nice Speed Twin!

[@J.Harry.T]

Well, two years have passed and I still haven’t seen one being ridden on British Roads.

[@redangrevival]

Haha this is very true! I actually did see one the other day, but I think they are just too pricey

[@lilynorthover8378]

For city commuting, great. For exploring, out for a bimble, off to Plymouth for a coffee, then back a different way, impossible. Three hour charging versus a 5 minute fill up. There's room for both I think.

[@redangrevival]

Yup brilliant for in the city 👍 But yes not good for longer journeys! Unless you like drinking your coffee very very slowly at the services haha. Really cool bike for in town though, I was really impressed.

[@Disposalist]

Yeah, it's sometimes bad enough biking as it is with smallish tanks. EVs coming along with even less range and a bad infrastructure is a massive "nope" from me. Look into the lack of consideration motorcycles are getting re. EV infrastructure and legislation and is will temper any enthusiasm sharply.

[@lilynorthover8378]

And they is fugly, to a traditionalist like me 😂 Definite answer to city commuting if bosses will allow you to plug in the battery at work. This is what my son does with his electric scooter.

[@gritred5500]

If you want to double the battery charge cycles you charge to around 80% and discharge to 35 or 40%. So the story is even worse if you want longevity out of a 23k pound bike.

[@anxiousappliance]

@@gritred5500 the horror ...

[@uutube243]

In Vegas they’re $17,000 out the door. That’s double what should be selling at.. dealers won’t budge on price yet not selling at all…

[@redangrevival]

Yup crazy price!

[@brianstewart3240]

Put my R1250r in for a service and got the CE 04 to get me home, distance to my home from the garage 35miles. got there with 2 miles left most duel carriageway. great fun in town but very limited on a main road.

[@redangrevival]

WOW that was close haha! Yes must admit I don't think this was designed for dual carriageway use.

[@AndytRandom]

I would love to see them make a version with 2 front wheels like an mp3 or tricity and 2 batteries for extra range/power they could call it the TE 05

[@redangrevival]

That is a great idea 👍 Best idea I have heard for a long time!! You should pitch it to BMW.

[@jrnumex9286]

i guess, yamaha has/had a 2 wheel deal. not fair for me to call it stupid looking as don't own one but will say it anyway.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Great idea.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

@@jrnumex9286 I have done over 250,000 miles on powered two-wheelers. And now one of my machines is a reverse trike: a Can-Am Syyder F3-S. It is superb. Not stupid-looking, at all.

[@bfarm44]

Price not withstanding I like it as I like all sorts of techie gadgets but I think they should offer a plug n play extended range battery for that big compartment

[@redangrevival]

Yes it is expensive, however I will say it feels very quality built. That is a very good idea actually 👍

[@ryan4640]

I had a Niu NQI GTS which was lovely around London. Pretty much same spec I believe bout 3x as cheap. Only problem i had was people walking out into the road, Car doors opening or in my case a van reversing over me 😒 as there is no noise at all. Got around 70-80 miles a charge and 4 hours to charge 2 batteries which isn't bad. Definitely the future but hopefully these smaller companies like Niu can keep up with the big brands jumping on the band wagon.

[@redangrevival]

Love the look of the Niu GTS, great fun! Yup you really don't need to spend the big bucks to go electric. Must say this BMW is very nice though

[@stefanbedacht792]

Excellent review 👏 👌 best I've seen.

[@redangrevival]

Thanks so much I appreciate it 😁

[@gritred5500]

For around town I would think this is a novelty. That range is just not enough when you think a battery would have to be completely discharged to get that 80 miles. of range! for a 110mile range you might be at 30% in 80 miles saving the life of the battery for many almost double the number of charge cycles. but also if you charge up to 75 or 80% the battery would last double (that is the second requirement) so, really, for longevity the 75 to 80% down to 30 to 40% gives you a range of much less. (a daily trek of 20 miles each way and a trip to the store after work is what you would get) and if you forget to charge one time you have a bad day LATE for work probably. This is why a much higher range is best practice and this is really a mediocre product as most use cases go. Im hapoy with my toy for transport most trips….my electric unicycle gets 110 miles range at 25mph and I use it daily and it cost $3000. waiting for a scooter with more range than 80 miles maximum. 150 miles of range might be acceptable?

[@redangrevival]

Yes I suppose it all depends on individual circumstances, commuting distance etc... I cannot say for sure because I have never owned electric, but 80 miles in the city for me would be more than enough! However I see where you are coming from, that is 80miles down to ZERO!! Which really you don't want to make it down to zero charge!

[@jrnumex9286]

i had to take notes while reading yours grit. for me a years on end rider i hardly ever go over 60 mi. round trip from home as usually tired of riding about that time anyway.i don't do "road trips" adventure stuff so this ce 04 deal good for me. i do have a garage queen like new klr kawi in garage for looks though.

[@redangrevival]

@@jrnumex9286 Definitely an impressive and very premium feeling motorcycle. It sounds like it would suit your needs brilliantly. 👍

[@MrKdm56]

You didn’t explain what the left hand lever was for. I didn’t ever see you use it. Great video. Wish I could afford something like that. Someday maybe.

[@redangrevival]

Hi Ken, apologies about that! It is the rear brake lever, I mainly only use the front brakes! Also because it is electric the regenerative braking slows you down very well without even using the brakes 👍 Thanks great to hear you liked the video. Cheers

[@martinhann7635]

Very nice review. About the e-scooter... na, not for me

[@redangrevival]

Thanks Martin, glad you liked the review 👍 Fair enough, I think most people will think that. I think the manufacturers have some work to do to change peoples opinions! Cheers

[@k8for]

Lo guido da due settimane, stupendo!!

[@Bobbgeane]

Could anyone tell me how many liters of gear oil this bike holds?

[@sgsuper1150]

I don't understand why no manufacturer has made a 11kw electric motorcycle/scooter. This is the 125cc limit and much cheaper to insure, the bmw is not easy to insure for delivery use.

[@redangrevival]

Yes that would make sense, there are a lot of electric delivery scooters in London now. Yes I would imagine the BMW is very expensive to insure. I guess it will take a bit more time for the prices to come down. A quality ride the CE 04 is 👍

[@leegreen67]

The power can be limited to 11Kw by BMW. Later on the restriction can be removed as needed.

[@hum7tv]

I want to this scooter's body kit

[@redangrevival]

Looks awesome and really premium 👍

[@jaycee1088]

Would this be a good beginner bike?

[@redangrevival]

Yes it would be great as a beginner bike 👍 There are certainly cheaper options and more traditional options! But if you want electric then this is great.

[@johnphilipdelagente5802]

I'm waiting for the RevoNEX electric motorcycle.

[@redangrevival]

Hi, yes that sounds like a very interesting electric motorcycle 👍 Very much looking forward to its release. A manual gear box as well! Very interesting

[@michaelpedicinjr]

Thank you for a great review! Do you have any idea when it will be available in the US?

[@redangrevival]

Thanks Michael glad you liked the review 👍 I am not 100% sure but I think not long as it was meant to be available in the 1st Quarter of this year!

[@michaelpedicinjr]

@@redangrevival thank you!

[@agoodun]

Dang...very cool 😎

[@redangrevival]

👌

[@lilynorthover8378]

My son got an electric scooter. He switched it on, couldn't tell. Then he silently disappeared. Freaked me out 😂 Does go slow though.

[@redangrevival]

Haha yup they are so weird when you first see them, moving but zero sound!! They are so popular in bigger cities now, also the stand up smaller ones you can rent all over the place. Hope he enjoys it 👍

[@leegreen67]

Did you input the route on your phone or via the bike screen? I would imagine, via the phone would be the quickest way if both were available

[@redangrevival]

Hi David, yes I downloaded the "BMW Motorrad Connected" app 👍 You need it to connect maps to the bike. Then you can just use your phone and it links to the TFT dash. A very good system!

[@leegreen67]

@@redangrevival Thanks for your reply

[@redangrevival]

@@leegreen67 No problem at all 👍

[@stuz32]

Great review ! :-) Do you know if you were able to accelerate gently while holding the rear brake for slow maneuvers? Or did it cut the power upon pulling the brake?

[@redangrevival]

Thanks glad you liked it 👍 To be honest I cannot recall, however if I was pushed to say I don't seem to remember it cutting the power. The slow speed throttle response is surprisingly good, and with the regenerative braking it makes it very controllable and predictable.

[@stuz32]

@@redangrevival I checked out one in Melbourne Australia, they had two sitting in the showroom, but not allowed to ride them just yet, hopefully taking out out for a test ride soon :-)

[@redangrevival]

@@stuz32 Nice, definitely futuristic looking! Highly recommend a test ride, very impressive 👍

[@stefanjepp6612]

@@redangrevival On my testride I accidenly pulled the left brake leaver instrad of a clutch. Luckily the respons was very soft. After a while I learned to use the throtle for accelleration an braking as well, almost never using the brake, but only regen. Very well made electric scooter!

[@redangrevival]

@@stefanjepp6612 Haha yes easily done!! I ended up doing the same, hardly ever used the brakes, the regen is so good. A really premium feeling scooter 👍

[@scarter9447]

Your mileage may vary but the future will not :-) Go electric go BMW

[@redangrevival]

It is inevitable!

[@nikolaikrinets5136]

Какая прелесть. 👍👍

[@kevindarkstar]

He wants to go electric, but you sir should not run a red light while filming yourself doing it 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@redangrevival]

I know 🥴 An honest mistake, have to concentrate so hard when filming in London. So many things to think of whilst riding a new bike and talking to the camera.

[@kevindarkstar]

@@redangrevival hey man I get it, but that's potentially dangerous for you, and video evidence for the police, mind you they are busy with other things, but yeah ride safe mate 👍🏻

[@redangrevival]

@@kevindarkstar Thanks

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Just watched this again. The only EV bike I'd consider. Too expensive and dubious range, though. I also think that EVs are not the future. The world isn't about to boil itself to death. Anyway, electricity isn't green. I could go on. I bought an R1100GS from Park Lane in 1996. They were a really nice bunch back then. Nick

[@redangrevival]

Hi Nick, yes some very valid points. It keeps changing, one day its all elctric, the next its all gas! Who knows what will happen! Cheers

[@Frank-.]

Didn't you test drive this before?

[@redangrevival]

No I did a video on it where I went to the dealership to see the Prototype 👍 This is first time ride. Great fun for in town.

[@leehargreaves7473]

THIRTEEN???? THOUSAND????? POUNDS???????? Look, I'm a Biker (a fair weather one) and I also own a petrol car and a Nissan Leaf. There's simply no way I could justify the money on this, not when a perfect used LEAF is available for half that money. HOWEVER... I know, via LEAF ownership, that it's the way forward, and this is the Tesla of the Bike world. For me I find it hard to look beyond the Electric Vespa as a City commuter OR... wait for it.... an Electric Bicycle (I have one of those as well). I've seen this bike in France, Bordeaux, and in my eyes, it's pig ugly. To me I prefer my Scoots classic looking. It's a matter of taste as usual, but 13 Grand? jesus HC.

[@redangrevival]

I know, it is very expensive! Especially for a scooter! It does feel very premium though, everything is top quality BMW spec, but yes too expensive. I guess once the technology has been around a bit longer the price may come down, or BMW may lower it if no one buys the bike! You have a fine fleet sir 👍 No that sounds very interesting (electric Vespa!)

[@jrnumex9286]

your right lee. but lady gaga on a date more fun than someones mother in law. i will pay the 13 G for gaga

[@janisn76]

It's not good driving on red traffic lights.

[@crumblymal8479]

You had this a while ago Angus i reckon you want one ,come on be honest here : D . For me it's ugly but good for around the cities and that's probably it as far as I would say . Do get the fun factor and in a different guise maybe but I definitely do not think that electric is the way forward . cheers : )

[@redangrevival]

Yup I did a review in the dealership in London, but didn't ride it as it was a prototype. Haha I am being honest, I really enjoyed it! Cannot think of a better way to get around the city, other than an e-bike possibly. I recommend giving one a test ride, they are very interesting. Just as a different experience. I agree the looks are some what different. I don't know but is it not inevitable that most vehicles are going to go electric? Are we going to have to learn to like them 😉

[@lilynorthover8378]

I reckon you're right but I hope they make them better looking. They'd win more of us over if they looked like Harleys.

[@crumblymal8479]

@@redangrevival Yes it's possible we may have to but I feel that the infrastructure is nowhere near to being viable . Since the power grid as it stands is stretched a whole hell of a lot would have to change ,and since the majority of the world will remain as is now what a few countries do as far as these emissions go will make not one jot of difference, Only my opinion Angus but a very interesting topic though .Saludos : )

[@redangrevival]

@@crumblymal8479 Thanks, I understand 👍It is a big topic!! Cheers

[@thechinesedragon9294]

看样子老外都没有骑过电瓶车呀。一惊一乍的。。哈哈。。

[@Alexander-of7ny]

Looks just the job for those poor souls who have to ride in cities.

[@redangrevival]

👍👍 exactly, perfect for city riding! Have to feel for the city commuters! Cheers

[@4duck4duck]

4:43

[@jrnumex9286]

11:08 greta thanks you along with the U.S. goofball john kerry

[@Disposalist]

Whilst they are definitely the future, while the infrastructure is so bad (especially for bikes - they are receiving little-to-no consideration whatsoever from most governmental and regulation making organisations) and while they are so expensive (I suppose that's always the way for BMW, but it seems quite general for decent EVs), and while the environmental advantages, overall, are actually so marginal and debatable, I will not be tempted. I know it's a chicken-egg thing, but I think it will be many years that people will suffer in many ways to own one. Also, personally, I don't ride as a 'vehicle' anymore, I ride for entertainment, so I want something characterful and interesting. If I wanted smooth and soulless I wouldn't own a Speedmaster ;^)

[@redangrevival]

All valid points! It is a very debatable subject, so many different views on them. The overall view seems to be that people don't like them, which I understand. Personally I am not against them, I am always interested in new technology. However I will not be replacing my Speedmaster for one!!

[@user-ct1nv1yb7n]

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[@Daveykid]

So the regenerative feature essentially stops the bike without the safety of a brake light? Anyone else see a problem with that? London, NYC, Chicago, Los Angeles. There are enough idiot distracted drivers out there to begin with and now we're not showing them a brake light? Brilliant. 😮

[@redangrevival]

To be honest the brake light may actually come on if the regenerative braking is too strong

[@robonaut-nyne2331]

I have a CE 04 and can say that the rear brake lights are activated during regen.

[@GavinCalder]

All be it a car but my Tesla does exactly the same! Break light activates soon as you come off the power and regen kicks in!

[@antoparkinson9702]

13k… yet you can get an e-scooter for 2k which is smaller, lighter and faster.. more nimble. This is a joke thing right, looks old for modern tech

[@redangrevival]

It is definitely very pricey! Not sure I can agree with you on it looking old though! Cheers

[@jrnumex9286]

i am digging it. looking to order here in U.S but local dealer says nada at the moment. reminds me of when honda big ruckus came out 2005 and i decided not to buy. it.

[@scottgiddens1262]

Rubbish range