BMW R nineT Urban G/S versus Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW R nineT Urban G/S

Retro
Ducati

Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle

Scrambler

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2017 bis 2023
Built von 2015 bis 2024~
RRP 14.750 €
RRP 12.490 €
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Pros:
  • Engine
  • Handling
  • Brake
  • Chassis
  • Impression of quality
  • Optics
Pros:
  • Very agile, manoeuvrable bike
  • Magnificent V2 with a lot of character
  • Beautiful details, great design
  • Babbling sound
  • Very lively motorcycle
Cons:
  • missing indicators for fuel level, engine speed and gear
  • Travel possibilities and wind protection not at GS level
Cons:
  • Pillion footpegs in the way of big boots
  • Rear brake could be snappier
  • Operation takes some getting used to
  • A bit too small for tall people

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.527 mm
Length :
2.175 mm Height : 1.105 mm
Seat :
850 mm
Weight :
221 (max: 430 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.449 mm
Length :
2.100 mm Height : 1.150 mm
Seat :
795 mm
Weight :
185 kg

Engine

Motor design: Boxer 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.170 ccm
Hub: 73 mm
Hole: 101 mm
Cooling: Öl-Luft
Drive: Kardan
Aisles: 6
Motor design: V 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 803 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: Luft
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 220 km/h
Performance: 110 HP at 7.750 U/Min
Torque: 116 NM bei 6.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
321 km
Maximum speed: 195 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 8.250 U/Min
Torque: 65 NM bei 7.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
260 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Lattice tube (steel)
Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 43 mm (travel 125 mm)
Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 140 mm)
Rear suspension:
Paralever
Tyres at the front: ZR
Rear tyres: ZR
Frame type:
Lattice tube (steel)
Front suspension:
Kayaba upside-down fork with 41 mm stanchion tube diameter (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Shock absorber from Kayaba with adjustable preload (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 110/80 R18
Rear tyres: 180/55 R17

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 265 mm)
Front brake
Single disc, radially bolted 4-piston brake caliper with Bosch cornering ABS ( 330 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, floating 1-piston brake caliper ( 245 mm)

Conclusion - what sticks

Without question, Urban G/S is beguiling. Our tester Markus let himself be carried away to the remark that in his eyes it is currently the most beautiful motorcycle on the market. It is also a typical boxer child and high-quality workmanship from front to back. For those who do not constantly commute between Germany and Mongolia, the Urban G/S may even be better suited than a normal GS, because the Urban G/S is handier and weighs significantly less.
 
The test bike was provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg for this test. There is exactly this bike as a demonstrator and is looking forward to a lot of test riders. So, let's go to Pinneberg near Hamburg!

Price/availability/colours/years of construction

  • Price: 14.320€
  • Used (3 years old): 12.000€
  • Years of construction: since 2017
  • Colours: black-red, blue, white

Conclusion - That puts you in a good mood!

Fortunately, the Full Throttle has been able to transport the typical Ducati Scrambler feeling into 2023. This bike is simply a real fun grenade that pretty much every biker should be able to get along with. On top of that, there is a two-year warranty with no mileage limit. Due to the complex valve lash control, however, it goes to the service every 12,000 km.
 
The test machine was kindly provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Bremervörde. Holger, one of the local salespeople, is a real Ducatisti and will calmly explain to you over a coffee which Ducati suits you best. There are plenty of Ducati and Suzuki demonstrators and a lot of used machines. Let's go to Bremervörde!

Price/Availability/Colours/Years of Construction

  • Price: 12.490€
  • Used (8 years old): 7.000€
  • Availability: since 2015
  • Colors: black-red