BMW C650 GT Maxi Scooter. Pure Luxury.
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- Опубликовано: 2 мар 2016
- This is the BMW C650 GT Highline Maxi Scooter.
I only had a short ride just to see what it was like as I have never riden a scooter before and it seems pretty nice.
Just bear in mind this is not a review its just a video about the Scooter.
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Motorcycle guys always chuckle at the scooter, then have a total blast riding it.
Isn't that true. From the moment i started test riding a c650 sport i started giggling in my helmet like a lunatic. New generation maxi scooters made me question why i clutch. Try one and i bet it will make you too...
I also think its an amazing scoot, in fact its more of a small tourer motorcycle just what I was looking for. so after an hour's test ride last week I ordered a new one, only 3weeks to wait. And I'm only 65 !!!!!
Hey that's great. I would agree with the touring comment, you could easily take it touring. Good luck on your new scooter.
I haven't seen or taken a ride on one, but am considering getting it. Do you find the engine to be somewhat noisy when cruising on the highway?
Nice review. I bought one last month. I live in Louisiana and have had all manners of bikes in past. I use it for touring and it's great. Kind of a mini Goldwing that costs less and smaller. Get you some of that!
+wattsmichaele Its more a London thing over here and struggles to compete with Japanese stuff on price. nevertheless its a great bike.
Just bought it, very happy. Birdoneword, awesome vid, you had me cracking up quite a few times. Peace out bro
Jim Jourdan thanks dude. Appreciate it.
I own a 2013 model. They are awesome. Great on long trips too
The daddy of scooters, nice review - looked fun
They are great fun to be honest.
Cool review, you had me chuckling. I bet you are a hoot at the pub.
Lerxstification thanks dude.
first comment. I like your videos dude. just subscribed! I live in Norwich and ride a speed four :-)
Thanks for the sub dude. Do you enjoy the speed 4.
Love it. Handles great, bit of a bitch to ride around in heavy traffic though. Not the best fueling at low rpm! Looks good too.
Great Vid matey, same area as me. Been around all those roads on my 650 Burgman. Looking at the BMW myself for my next purchase.
It's a great bike but so is the Suzuki from what I have heard.
I like that bike 🤗 I thank it's mad cool thanks for sharing have a bless day 🤗😎
Annette Gilliard thanks for the comment. Glad you like it.
Very nice bike
mrcaptaincrazy I liked it.
you are welcome! I have a friend in Guernsey.I have a Vespa Lx 150 but I want your bike.
"Chicken chasers" - I'm rolling on the floor over that one.
It’s a well know saying.
@@birdoneword Perhaps on your side of the pond.
It's the first time I had heard it, and it sounds hilarious.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the lovely review. I have a 2006 Honda Silverwing with 100 KM on it. Considering this for my next one.
I like big scooters like this for several reasons.
1. Goes fast enough with acceleration for any traffic situation.
2. Protects the legs if you have to lay the bike down in an accident. (had to twice, legs were 100% fine after each wreck)
3. Can fit two helmets or 4-5 grocery bags / laptops for commuting.
4. Has great wind protection on cold days.
Well I think the BMW ticks most of the boxes and would be a great tourer.
+AaTaRee how come it has only 100km on it 2006 old bike?
+MotoExtremeTV because I also have a truck and a SUV
AaTaRee So? 100km it is brand new do u ever ride it or just make 1km a month
ah, sorry, I wrote wrong mileage in post, meant it has 100,000km
I like this scooter. Okay its not a badass motorcycle or a Supersport etc. But its great for urban mobility and commuting. Its comfy and has all the comfort features you described. Try commuting on a Fireblade in Autumn or winter. I commute on a Moto Guzzi Stelvio at the moment. But seriously are considdering a Maxi scooter for doing my 105 mile a day commute. Buying a Maxi scooter as a workhorse and a nice motorcycle beside the Maxi to ride in the weekend.
you are very lucky . this scooter is not avaible in my country . and sorry for my bad english
it looks like the daughter of bmwr1200rt
Id agree with that 👍🏻
birdoneword, can i just say something. Scooters don't have gears xD he has two wheels linked by a belt where the two wheel alternate between ratios. Its called a CVT (Continuously variable transmission) ;) So the fact that you can't feel any gear changes is because it has no gears! xD They're just alternating ratios! ;)
I guess my humour is a little too dry ;)
Or you just didn't research before making this video?
British accent: "he-it bars, he-it seats"😂
I want that one!
Who doesn't???!!!!
birdoneword get a burgman 650
burgman executive 650 is the best
Burgmans are big, fat and ugly. This one is way sexier, and same power.
Upgrading to this scoot
There shouldn't be engine braking because they have a centrifugal clutch. So when you let off, the rear wheel is then disconnected from the transmission. I think that's how it works anyway.
I know what you mean. By engine braking I meant when I came off the throttle. So it's not technically engine braking like on a normal bike but I know what I meant 👍🏻.
Hi, thanks for sharing. Can this scooter go for a long distance trip of 500km or more?
won perng dar I would say you could definitely do a trip on this bike 500k plus.
500 in a day NO PROBLEM! I've Doon 500 miles 2 up in a day this winter in Florida. Mostly interstate, I95, Fla turnpike, I75.
Have done several 100-250 mile days on back highways, again 2 up. And only one time got a number butt, on a 1000 mile day solo. This is as comfortable as a Goldwing.
While it doesn't have a stereo, I use a Sena so have tunes, GPS, and two way com built right into my helmet.
does it runs on gas or electric?
This one is Gas but BMW do a electric scooter too.
Where was it filmed?
In a lovely little town called Redditch
Is the engine particularly noisy? Seems so, or maybe it is just the position of you mic?
Not particularly noisy from what I remember. The mic is quite sensitive though. Thanks for watching.
birdoneword when you are at 70mph is it fairly relaxed rpm wise? Reason I’m asking is I’m considering one for long distance touring.
Rolling Stone I think it would make an ideal tourer and in fact that’s why most people do buys these as they are too big for just commuting. I’m sure the GT part means ‘grand tourer’. I think it would be a great choice but I’d do ya homework and see about a test ride.
England? Im from Argentina.
Yes England. Thanks for watching
Think engine made by Kymco. Kawasaki J125 and J300 scooters use Kymco engines sVe on R&D
I think you might be on to something.
Yup, and if you want more power, try the Kymco MyRoad 700cc version of this engine. However the BMW has more goodies, handles better, due to a much better suspension, lower lean capability, and fantastic tires. Kymco has been knocking out great engines for years now. And some of their 400-700cc scooers are pretty darn good while costing less.
Its a BMW of course it costs more, they don't give the attitude away ya know
bfarm44 thanks for the information
Not that much more than a Burgman
Look like NMAX Yamaha 155😅❤️
Just subed your fucking jokes, you ever been though Stourbridge?
I may have but my geography is terrible.
Kimco motor
its not automatic. its a CVT...
Tiago Ruivo this bike has an automatic clutch
what you mean? does it have gears? like the nc750x?
What's the difference?
CVT and DCT are different things.
suzuki bergman executive is pure luxury
john rutkowsky I will have to give it a try and compare.
i have the new suzuki bergman executive 650 and gotta say its a pleasure to driveonce you drive the suzuki bergman executive you wont wanna drive nothing elsenothing conpares to it bottom line
Have both. The BMW out handles the Burg. Price is very close. The only thing my Burg is better about is it's electronic cruise control. And as soon as the BMW comes off warranty it will have it too.
To get the most for your money look at the Honda Silverwing too. Zippier than the Burg, easier to work on than either the Burg or BMW. Easier on fuel than the other two too. Use the money you saved to add the goodies you want. IE heated grips, heated seat, taller or adjustable windshield, top box, etc.
Best upgrade for any scooter or motorcycle is a SENA. Gives you two way com. Links to your phone for music and GPS.
BMW have done amazing things with this scoot,but it is still a fat arsed bathtub i might consider riding when i am 80.Oh.And rich.
Fat arsed bathtub. Classic description lol
Fat arsed bathtub! I've kept with any 600 sport bike, leaves Harley's in the dust. No problem cruising at 120 mph, 2 up. Lots of storage under the seat, plus I added a top box. Seats have controllable settings, independent front and rear and they work great. Hand grips are heated too. Again the heat is adjustable from nice on bare hands on a cool day to warm through your gloves in sub freezing temps. I am only 5'6" and with the windshield up get no buffeting. The little wings under the windshield help keep you dryer in a rain and warmer on a cold day.
Yes it ain't cheap. But it is about the same price as the Burgman 650 E. But it gets up and goes faster than the Burgman and cut the corners faster, probably due to the better tires, suspension, and lower lean capability. Has all the electronic goodies except electronic cruise control. As soon as it comes off warranty I will add that. Love this scooter, and I have several motorcycles too. Still for comfort it beats my Triumph ST or my Yamaha VStar. Definitely capable of cross country touring, even 2 up.
Think of it as a mini Goldwing.
double R. not R R
This is the UK not America.
+birdoneword I am from a sunny part of the world called Hertfordshire :-)
+soup 890 well I won't judge if you don't hold the RR thing against me.
far too expensive and the servicing is a small mortgage.i ride the honda silverwing superb scooter but sadly not the refinements of the BMW. bring the price down by 3 grand and I might buy it.
I've not ridden the Honda.
Not everyone buys on price alone though.
Very true.my honda was 8 grand.stopped the last production in 2012.the BMW does have a lot of kit for the money
+Anthony Guest unfortunately for BMW a lot of people just see them as 'expensive' but when you ride the bikes and see the after sale support you get you then realise it's not that bad. Having said that, they would sell more if they were on 0% with a deposit contribution to make them competitive.
The Honda is excellent. Almost as zippy. You won't see or feel a difference until you ride two up. Honda actually has a few inches larger trunk. It's easy to add heated seats and heated grips to the Honda. Giving has a nice adjustable windshield for the Silverwing, or the taller and wider tour windshield.
That price though...yikes.
It's not cheap.
+birdoneword Ouch, it's about 6k too expensive lol
indeed but not everyone buys on price;)
A bit pointless if you have no experience of riding scooters.
Rob-in-the-Marsh thanks for watching Rob and thanks for the insightful comment.
nice scooter, gay voice
TheMaximBond hahahahahaha that's made my day, you actually made me lol. But you know what they say, it takes a gay to spot a gay.
birdoneword damn rekt
birdoneword just the voice, man, just the voice )) might be just on video.. no offense ;)
TheMaximBond no offence taken mate, it was funny.
@@birdoneword HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA, what a headshot you gave him, bro. 😂