BMW R nineT
Driving report BMW R nineT (Baujahr 2015)
Good-looking and reduced to the essentials!
Because true beauty
comes from within!
Yes, the BMW R nineT has a lot in common with our stylish Volker and his trendy eggshell on the turnip. Because without a doubt: the puristic R nineT from BMW also brings an extremely appealing exterior! But what about the inner values? We know Volkers - they are beyond doubt. Whether the NineT can keep up and above all whether it is suitable for everyday use, we want to find out for you here.
In 2014, BMW's motorcycle division celebrated its ...
... and launched the R nineT in the 90th. A gift that is absolutely impressive and visually reminiscent of the beginnings of BWM motorcycles such as the R 32 from 1923. Of course, our test machine is not that old. It was approved for the first time in March 2015 and has since gained 9300 kilometres of road experience.
To the facts: 2.22 meters long and 222 kilograms heavy - well, you can remember that well ;-). At a height of 78.5 centimetres, one sits casually and pleasantly original. The powerful, air-cooled two-cylinder boxer engine draws its power from 1,170 cc and has a beautiful unmistakable sound. 110 hp and 119 Newton meters of torque at 6,000 rpm bring you right and provide plenty of wind around the nose, because there is no wind protection. The R nineT meets the current EU-4 standard and no matter if it's a country road or a city: the NineT is really fun! The upside-down fork can be adjusted manually and ABS is available as standard. The newly designed double instrument with speedometer and rev counter is clearly arranged and classically clear.So you could say: Unter OinThe BMW R nineT has everything a motorcycle really needs!
Here's how she drives herself:
Original tone BMW: "If you like it pure and original, BMW Motorrad has now developed the perfect machine for you:" ... "Motorcycling and the feeling of freedom. The BMW R nineT combines this feeling with a casual look " ..."Driving feeling, design and sound form the foundation" ...Many fine words, to which we do not want to speak again for long. Because whoever, like us, sits on this machine for the first time quickly realizes: The thing is really in a good mood! The character of the air-cooled boxer engine with its full torque curve drives man and machine irresistibly and clearly noticeably.
From zero to 100, the roadster accelerates in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of over 200 kilometers per hour – but who wants this without wind protection. For us (we are all around 1.80 m tall) it is really comfortable on the bike - very big riders might seem a bit out of place. Apart from the ABS, which can be assumed almost as a technical standard nowadays, you are on your own as a pilot of the NineT. A traction control only watches over the grip at the corner exit at a surcharge of 330 €. But we want to experience the pure, unadulterated motorcycle enjoyment with this bike. And you can really do that with this machine!
Conclusion - what's stuck?
The R nineT is not only fun to drive, but also looks great! And it is probably this combination that makes the bike so desirable for motorcycle fans worldwide right from the start.
BMW describes it as follows: "Design your motorcycle, design your life." It also has a lot to do with lifestyle and so the nineT leaves hardly any customizer wishes unfulfilled in terms of diversity. It is the basis for deep individualizations, which sets the machine apart from the competition. In addition to the already diverse model and design variants, there are plenty of Customizing accessories, so everyone can make their own roadster dream come true. Even the on-board electronics are designed with numerous interfaces in such a way that changes do not represent a major hurdle.
Even if the NineT is purist in almost all respects, it does not do so in terms of price. Not at all when you make the most of the numerous possibilities for change to realize your own exclusive dream bike. But individuality always has your price. However, the success proves BMW right again in this case, because the BMW R NineT is so popular that one should expect extremely long delivery times.
Price/Availability/
Colours/years of construction
- Price: 15,350 Euro
- Used: from 9,500 Euro
- Years of construction: since 2014
- Colour:Blackstorm metallic, Blackstorm metallic Vintage (+980 €), Marsrot/Cosmicblue (+1100 €), Pollux/Aluminium (+980 €)
- Other model variants: Pure, Scrambler, Urban GS
The test motorcycle was kindly provided by Motorrad Ruser.
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