Is the BMW CE04 cutting-edge or overpriced compromise?

[Great_Kung_Lao]

The BMW CE 04 is being marketed as the “motorbike of the future”, but is it arriving a little too soon for its own good? While the design is undeniably cool and futuristic, the pricing structure for different variants seems questionable.

For those looking at the lower-speed version, you’re essentially paying almost the same price to get half the battery capacity removed. That makes it feel like an unnecessary restriction, especially when other manufacturers, like Zero with the S model, allow for power-limited versions without crippling battery capacity.

BMW’s approach seems to be less about making an accessible scooter and more about strict licensing categories which can make it frustrating for buyers who want the look and feel of the CE 04 but don’t have a full motorcycle license.

 

[Vampire_Nitara]

I love BMW’s bold design, but their pricing and battery restrictions on the CE 04 feel ridiculous. Paying nearly the same price for a gimped lower-speed version with half the battery is a joke. It’s clear they’re playing into licensing restrictions rather than offering real value to customers. If Zero can do it without limiting battery capacity, BMW should too. Right now, it’s more of a tech statement than a practical purchase.