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Photos: BMW unveils the C Evolution e-Scooter
The London Olympic opening ceremony has something more for the viewer's other than pure sports.
The Bavarian Automaker BMW's motorcycle division, BMW Motorrad, revealed its first zero emission E-Scooter at the London Olympics.
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Photos: BMW unveils the C Evolution e-Scooter
The BMW famous for its luxurious cars and superbikes is entering electric bike segment with this 'I' series pure electric model.
Photos: BMW unveils the C Evolution e-Scooter
The scooter was earlier showcased at the BMW Motarrad Innovation Day 2011. But then a new prototype was developed that was showcased at London. Named as C Evolution, it will be available for only selected Olympic visitors.
Photos: BMW unveils the C Evolution e-Scooter
BMW C Evolution houses an electric motor which works with the hybrid composite structure. It can produce a continuous output of about 15 BHP can be forced to get high power of about 47 BHP.
Photos: BMW unveils the C Evolution e-Scooter
The Evolution can accelerate you up to a top speed of about 120 kmph. Powered by a drive train swing arm, the scooter is fitted with KWh battery which once charged can give a range of almost 100 km.
Photos: BMW unveils the C Evolution e-Scooter
This bike can be charged at the charging stations or at home via a regular charging socket. It can attain complete charge in just 3 hours.
Photos: BMW unveils the C Evolution e-Scooter
The smart recuperation system is one of the smartest features of this scooter. This system allows the battery to regain energy during coasting or breaking.
Photos: BMW unveils the C Evolution e-Scooter
The iconic brand again brings a product that could supplement tons of user expectations. The production version of C Evolution will soon hit the market and will be available on road from 2014.