What an eParkourer Is—and Why the CE 02 Doesn’t Need a Category

BMW calls the CE 02 an eParkourer. It is BMW’s own term, a clever piece of marketing designed to claim the middle ground between scooter and motorcycle.

What does that actually mean? The CE 02 has the riding position of a motorcycle—upright, with the handlebar around hip height and your legs hanging down in front of you—but the urban function of a scooter. It does not have the typical scooter look with a leg shield and step-through frame. Instead, it resembles a slim, low-slung urban motorcycle from the future.

That is a deliberate design decision aimed at a very specific audience: younger city riders who do not want to be seen on something conventional.

Within BMW’s classification system, the CE 02 is an L3e-A1 light motorcycle, meaning it can be ridden with an A1 motorcycle license or a regular car license with the B196 extension. The 4 kW version, limited to 45 km/h, can even be ridden with a standard B car license without any additional qualification.

Two Versions: 4 kW for the B License, 11 kW for A1

4 kW version: 45 km/h top speed, one battery (1.96 kWh), approximately 45 km of range, 119 kg, from €7,500. Designed for riders without a motorcycle license. A second battery can be retrofitted as an option, doubling range to approximately 90 km.

11 kW version (tested here): 95 km/h top speed, two batteries (3.92 kWh total), 90 km range according to WMTC, 70–80 km real-world, 132 kg, from €8,500, A1/B196.

This is the relevant version for anyone who wants full urban mobility—and does not want to completely rule out highway use.

Powertrain: 55 Nm From 0 rpm—the Electric Advantage

55 Nm of torque from 0 rpm. That is the advantage electric motors have over internal-combustion engines, and you feel it immediately in city traffic.

No warming up, no revving the engine into its powerband, no rubber-band CVT effect—the CE 02 launches instantly. Everyone describes the initial acceleration as direct and energetic, with completely vibration-free power delivery. According to BMW, the 11 kW version reaches 50 km/h in around three seconds.

There are three riding modes: Surf, with no regenerative braking and free coasting, pleasant on backroads; Flow, with medium regeneration for everyday city riding; and Flash, with maximum regeneration and the most direct throttle response, available only with the Highline package.

Regenerative braking only becomes noticeably stronger once the battery charge drops below approximately 50 percent. Above that, the CE 02 tends to coast relatively freely. That is a characteristic of the system, not a fault.

Range: 90 km WMTC, 70–80 km Real-World—an Honest Assessment

90 km of range according to WMTC—that is the laboratory figure.

Real-world testing produces 70 to 80 km under normal urban conditions, meaning temperatures of around 10–20°C and a riding style that is not especially focused on maximizing efficiency.

For the everyday urban commuter, that is enough. The average daily mileage of a German city commuter is considerably lower.

For occasional trips outside the city or onto backroads, however, you need to calculate your range and make a charging plan.

Charging: Removable Batteries, but Not a True Swap System

The CE 02’s two batteries in the 11 kW version can be removed and charged at home from a household outlet.

That is the crucial practical advantage over systems with permanently installed batteries. Riders without a parking space equipped with an electrical outlet can carry the batteries into the office or apartment.

BMW describes battery removal as a normal feature. The Austrian publication Motorrad-Magazin describes the system as “not really robust.” Removal is easier than on a battery designed purely for service access, but repeated daily use still introduces wear.

This is not a dedicated battery-swapping system like those offered by some Asian competitors.

Charging times with the standard 0.9 kW charger: approximately 5 hours 12 minutes for a full charge; approximately 160 minutes from 20 to 80 percent.

With the 1.5 kW fast charger—part of the Highline package or available as an accessory for €905 on the 11 kW version—a full charge takes around three hours, while going from 20 to 80 percent takes approximately 100 minutes.

There is no CCS connection and no DC fast charging.

Chassis: USD Fork, Single-Sided Swingarm, Firm Setup

USD fork up front, single-sided swingarm at the rear—real motorcycle components that are not merely visual gimmicks on the CE 02 but genuinely shape its riding dynamics.

The suspension is firmly tuned. You notice that on cobblestones; on smooth pavement, it feels precise and stable.

Both wheels measure 14 inches and wear Metzeler Cruisetec tires. The CE 02 handles corners well, while the upright riding position and low 132 kg weight give the rider a strong sense of control.

Braking comes from a 239 mm front disc with ABS and a rear disc without ABS. The lack of rear-wheel ABS is a compromise that rarely becomes relevant in normal city riding but is worth keeping in mind on wet pavement.

An electric reverse gear comes standard—a surprisingly practical feature when maneuvering in tight urban parking situations.

Ergonomics: 750 mm Seat Height, No Helmet Storage

A 750 mm seat height is very low. The wide, flat seat appears to float above the disc-style wheels, creating the CE 02’s iconic silhouette.

The riding position is upright and relaxed. Riders of different heights report positively on the amount of available space.

There is no helmet compartment. The two batteries occupy the space beneath the seat.

When parking, your options are to secure the helmet to the bike, use an accessory top case, or carry the helmet with you.

This is the CE 02’s most decisive departure from the scooter concept: storage was simply not built into the design.

For urban commuters who mainly ride to work and leave their helmet there, that is not a problem. For everyday riders who use underseat helmet storage every day, this is the wrong vehicle.

Highline: The Upgrade Package That Makes Sense

For an additional €905, the Highline version adds a 1.5 kW fast charger—which saves almost two hours of charging time in everyday use—heated grips, a highly integrated SP Connect smartphone mount, Bluetooth connectivity through the BMW Motorrad app, Flash riding mode, exclusive paint with a gold-colored fork and turquoise accents, and the Pro seat in white/petrol/black.

For everyday riders, the Highline premium can be justified by the faster charger alone.

Total price for the Highline: €9,405.

Price: The Honest Caveat

€8,500 for an urban electric two-wheeler with 90 km of rated range.

That is the most uncomfortable fact about the CE 02, and it needs to be stated clearly.

Comparable electric scooters from Asian manufacturers cost €4,000 to €6,000, sometimes offer better range, and in some cases have genuinely easier-to-remove batteries.

So what are you paying extra for with BMW?

The BMW dealer and service network. Build quality. A design that genuinely defines its own category. And resale value, which tends to be more stable on BMW models than on products from Chinese newcomers.

Skeptics may see BMW’s marketing ambitions as the driving force behind the whole idea: a serious electric two-wheeler that young riders will actually want to be seen on. The problem is that fashion-oriented buyers are far less prominent in the electric-vehicle market than pragmatic everyday users.

No Stationary Noise, No Tyrol Restriction

The CE 02 is fully electric.

It has no stationary noise rating in the sense used by the Tyrol motorcycle restrictions and is not subject to noise-based restrictions on roads with motorcycle sound limits.

Verdict

The 11 kW BMW CE 02 is the best electric two-wheeler below the 100 cc-equivalent class on the German market in terms of design, chassis, build quality, and brand value.

55 Nm instantly available, 95 km/h top speed, 70–80 km of real-world range, USD fork, single-sided swingarm, BMW dealer network.

The €8,500 price is the decisive obstacle for many potential buyers in the target audience.

If you can—or want to—get past that hurdle: recommended.

If the range is sufficient for your daily commute: also recommended.

No helmet storage, proprietary charger, no true fast-charging system—those are the known limitations you need to understand before buying.

 

Quick Check

+ 55 Nm from 0 rpm: electric torque that works instantly in city traffic, without revving and without CVT delay. Direct, energetic acceleration. 132 kg ready to ride: light. 750 mm seat height: low. USD fork, single-sided swingarm, Metzeler tires, front ABS: motorcycle components in an urban vehicle. Electric reverse gear standard.

+ No stationary noise rating, no Tyrol riding restriction. BMW dealer network throughout Germany. Resale value tends to be more stable than with Chinese newcomers. Two removable batteries: charging in an apartment is possible, so no parking space with an electrical outlet is required. Three riding modes (Surf/Flow/Flash); Flash with maximum regeneration and the most direct throttle response. Highline package with fast charger, heated grips, SP Connect mount, and connectivity: a sensible premium for everyday riders.

 

– €8,500 for the standard 11 kW version: the most expensive electric entry point in this class. Comparable Asian electric scooters: €4,000–€6,000. Realistically difficult to finance for buyers under 25 without parental support. No helmet storage: the batteries occupy the space beneath the seat. The helmet must be carried or secured to the bike.

– 70–80 km real-world range: sufficient for pure urban commuting at 20–40 km per day; restrictive for touring or longer trips. 1.5 kW fast charger, but no DC fast charging: even with Highline, a full charge takes around three hours. No CCS or CHAdeMO connection. The charger is proprietary and the standard unit is awkwardly large.

– ABS only at the front; rear wheel has no ABS. Suspension is firm and noticeable on cobblestones. 4 kW version: only 45 km of range with one battery—the second battery is optional and costs extra. No known 2026 technical update: technology unchanged since launch in 2023/24.

 

Technical Specifications: BMW CE 02 (2026)

Make / Model: BMW CE 02 (2026; technology unchanged since 2023/24); category: eParkourer (L3e-A1 light motorcycle); manufacturer: BMW Motorrad; production: India

Versions: 11 kW version (A1/B196; 95 km/h; 2 batteries; 132 kg; from €8,500)—tested here. 4 kW version (AM/B; 45 km/h; 1 battery; 119 kg; from €7,500; optional second battery can be retrofitted).

Powertrain: Externally excited synchronous motor, air-cooled; 6 kW continuous output, 11 kW maximum output at 5,000 rpm; belt final drive; no transmission

Torque: 55 Nm from 0 rpm

Top speed / Acceleration: 95 km/h (11 kW); 0–50 km/h approx. 3 seconds

Battery / Range: 2 × 1.96 kWh (3.92 kWh total); removable; 90 km WMTC; approx. 70–80 km real-world; battery chemistry: lithium-ion

Charging: Standard 0.9 kW external charger included: 20–80% approx. 160 min; full charge approx. 5 hr 12 min. 1.5 kW fast charger (Highline or optional accessory, €905): 20–80% approx. 100 min; full charge approx. 3 hr. Household outlet. No DC fast charging.

Weight: 132 kg (11 kW, ready to ride); 119 kg (4 kW)

Front suspension: USD telescopic fork

Rear suspension: Single-sided swingarm; directly mounted shock

Brakes: 239 mm front disc with ABS; rear disc brake without ABS

Wheels / Tires: 14-inch front and rear; 120/80-14 front / 150/70-14 rear; Metzeler Cruisetec

Riding modes: Surf (no regeneration; free coasting); Flow (medium regeneration; standard); Flash (maximum regeneration + most direct throttle response; Highline only)

Electronics: Front ABS; electric reverse gear; Keyless Ride (Highline); BMW Motorrad app connectivity (Highline); USB-C (Highline); heated grips (Highline); SP Connect smartphone mount (Highline); 3.5-inch LCD display (standard)

Ergonomics: 750 mm seat height; upright riding position; wide, flat seat; no helmet compartment (batteries beneath seat); passenger seat (Highline); electric reverse gear standard

Stationary noise: Not applicable (electric powertrain); Tyrol motorcycle noise restriction does not apply

Warranty: 2-year BMW standard warranty

Highline package: €905; includes 1.5 kW fast charger; heated grips; SP Connect smartphone mount; connectivity via BMW Motorrad app; Flash riding mode; Pro seat; exclusive paint with gold-colored fork and accents

Price (Germany): 11 kW standard from €8,500; 11 kW Highline €9,405; 4 kW from €7,500 (all plus destination charges)