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BMW to Introduce Scooters to U.S.
BMW plans to bring their first scooters to the United States. At the International Motorcycle Shows event in Long Beach, the company says it plans to introduce next year to their U.S. lineup the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT.
For LA Times, BMW Motorrad USA vice president Pieter de Waal said these scooters are a “step in the dark” for the company that has produced motorcycles since 1923. He said BMW expects 70 percent of its scooter sales to come from Italy, France, and Spain, where BMW has garnered “overwhelming support” from the market to produce the two-wheelers.
Pricing hasn’t yet been announced either, but De Waal estimates that the scooters will cost about $10,000 when they enter the U.S. market next fall, most likely as a 2013 model.
The two scooters share the same 647 cubic-centimeter two-cylinder engine. The 2-cylinder inline engine of the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT is an all new development by BMW Motorrad with a displacement of 647 cc. In both models, its rated power output is 44 kW (60 hp) at 7500 rpm, and its max torque of 66 Nm is available at 6000 rpm. The power is transferred via a directly integrated CVT, or continuously variable transmission.
They’re capable of reaching a top speed of 100 mph. By comparison, the most powerful Vespa you can buy has an engine less than half as large and makes just 22 horsepower.
The differing characteristics of the concepts behind these two maxi scooters appeal to a wide target group: the C 600 Sport for the riders with sports ambitions, and the C 650 GT for customers attaching greater importance to comfort and touring ability.
The BMW C 600 Sport has a taller seat, flatter handlebars, and sportier styling. The C 650 GT will differ by having a larger saddle, higher handlebars, and adjustable backrests.
How they’ll do in the U.S. is “a step in the dark,” said Pieter de Waal, vice president of BMW Motorrad USA. Scooters aren’t nearly as commonplace in the U.S. as they are in Europe, and their sales are correlated with gas prices.
Source: bmwblog.com
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
BMW of Minnetonka has a holiday gift for you... Save $8500 on any in-stock 2012 BMW 7 Series
Stop by BMW of Minnetonka today and save $8500 on any in-stock 2012 7 Series - Our Holiday gift to you! Hurry in, this amazing offer won't last forever!
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011
TUESDAY TECH TIP: Parallel parking not your strong suite? BMW can help you out!
Park Distance Control uses sensors located in the rear bumper to measure exactly how far you are from other vehicles and unseen objects when parking. Beeping becomes faster as your bumper approaches the object, turning into a constant tone when the distance is less than 12 inches. Parking this effortless may just relieve backseat drivers of their duties.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Prepare to relearn everything you thought you knew about performance cars
This BMW 335d delivers a special mix of sporting performance and clean fuel-efficient transportation, making it a great choice for your next vehicle!
Friday, December 9, 2011
Join us this Saturday at BMW of Minnetonka for our Sales Event and Chopard Watch Giveaway!
We have two beautiful watches up for grabs; his and hers. The gentleman's is a stainless steel sport watch, with a Dunlop racing tread on the rubber strap. The women's watch is a beautiful stainless steel, with floating diamonds that move around the face of the watch as she moves. Visit us Saturday and either of these watches could be yours until the end of time!
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