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C 400 X

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43 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.18 hp/kg
Top Speed
139 km/h
Torque
35 Nm
Engine
350 ccm

2019 Bmw C 400 X Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Bmw for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 2019 Bmw C 400 X relies on a 350 cc (21.4 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 34 HP (24.8 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 35 Nm (25.8 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 97.1 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the C 400 X measures 204 kg (450 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.17 HP/kg (6 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 775 mm (30.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,565 mm (61.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 12.8-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 3.5 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 366 km (227 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 139 km/h (86 mph).

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Specific Output
97.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.17 HP/kg (6 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~366 km (227 mi)
Engine
Displacement 350.0 ccm (21.36 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 34.0 HP (24.8 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque 35.0 Nm (3.6 kgf-m or 25.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression 11.5:1
Bore x Stroke 80.0 x 69.5 mm (3.1 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection
Fuel Control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Ignition BMS-E2 digital engine management
Lubrication Wet sump
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox Automatic
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Centrifugal dry clutch
Driveline Chain drive in oil bath
Performance
Top Speed 139.0 km/h (86.4 mph)
Fuel Consumption 3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.21 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 81.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission Details Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Exhaust Stainless Steel
Chassis
Frame Type Steel tube construction with aluminum die cast unit and #8232;
Rake 26.4°
Trail 81 mm (3.2 inches)
Front Suspension Telescopic front fork, Ø 35 mm
Front Travel 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rear Suspension Double aluminum swingarm, double springs struts, adjustable preload
Rear Travel 112 mm (4.4 inches)
Wheelbase 1565 mm (61.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR15
Rear Tyre 150/70-ZR14
Front Brakes Single disc. 4-piston calipers. ABS.
Front Brake Ø 265 mm (10.4 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. 1-piston calipers. ABS.
Rear Brake Ø 265 mm (10.4 inches)
Wheels Cast aluminum
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 193.0 kg (425.5 pounds)
Weight incl. 204.0 kg (449.7 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.1762 HP/kg
Seat Height 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1305 mm (51.4 inches)
Overall Length 2210 mm (87.0 inches)
Overall Width 835 mm (32.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity 12.80 litres (3.38 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Alpine White, Zenith Blue Metallic, Black Storm Metallic
Light LED headlights
Notes

Windscreen.

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