2018 BMW C Evolution Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by BMW for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 2018 BMW C Evolution features a purpose-built liquid-cooled electric configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 48 HP (35 kW) at 4,850 rpm while maximum torque reaches 72 Nm (53.1 lb-ft) at 4,500 rpm.
On the scales, the C Evolution measures 275 kg (606 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.17 HP/kg (5.73 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 765 mm (30.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,610 mm (63.4 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability.
Within MotoLibrary's BMW archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 2013 to 2020, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Power-to-Weight
0.17 HP/kg (5.73 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,500–4,850 rpm
Standover Height
765 mm (30.1 in)
Engine
Engine TypeElectric
Engine DetailsDrive train swing arm with liquid-cooled alternator; permanently excited synchronous machine with surface magnets, internal rotor
Power48.0 HP (35.0 kW)) @ 4850 RPM
Torque72.0 Nm (7.3 kgf-m or 53.1 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM
CoolingLiquid
Performance
Top Speed129.0 km/h (80.2 mph)
0-100 km/h6.80 seconds
Chassis
Frame TypeHybrid chassis with die-cast aluminium load-bearing battery casing, bolt-on tubular-steel stearing head carrier and rear frame
Rake24.1°
Trail95 mm (3.7 inches)
Front SuspensionUpside-down fork, 40 mm
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle-sided swing arm with direct-link spring strut, spring pre-load manually adjustable over 7 settings
Rear Travel115 mm (4.5 inches)
Wheelbase1610 mm (63.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R15
Rear Tyre160/60-R15
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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