Thanks to a roll cage and a proper seat, you can ride helmet-free and friendless
BMW Motorrad has unveiled the new Vision CE concept, ahead of its debut at the Munich Motor Show on September 8. It’s an electric scooter with a seat and roll cage, which eliminate the “need for a helmet as well as protective clothing.”
While that might be true, the resulting design leaves a lot to be desired as the concept looks like a combination of the CE 04 and a mobility scooter. It features a fairly traditional front end, which is connected to two square-ish bars that encircle the rider.
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The concept also sports slender headlights, roll cage-mounted auxiliary lights, and a small windscreen. The tubular design is echoed further below and they’re accompanied by mid-mounted deflectors. BMW also envisions the scooter could be customized with everything from a removable Bluetooth speaker to a transparent roof and a rear luggage rack.
The rider sits on a unique seat, which features a backrest and headrest as well as a seatbelt. We can also see a metal mesh section above the headrest, which presumably acts as an additional layer of protection.
Sticking with the cockpit, riders will find a large digital display as well as traditional handle bars. They’re joined by pronounced footrests and a covered charging port.
BMW didn’t say much about the concept, but confirmed it’s electric and has a “balancing function, which allows the vehicle to completely balance itself when stationary.” The company also said the Vision CE was designed to give users an “increased sense of freedom” as well as a “casual, carefree riding experience.”
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