BMW R nineT Pure 2021 vs. BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R nineT Pure 2021

BMW R nineT Pure 2021

BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R 1200 R 2015

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Overview - BMW R nineT Pure 2021 vs BMW R 1200 R 2015

The BMW R nineT Pure 2021 and the BMW R 1200 R 2015 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have a Boxer engine with a displacement of 1170cc and a cooling system, but the R nineT Pure has an oil-air cooling system while the R 1200 R has an air cooling system.

In terms of engine power, the R 1200 R has a slight advantage with 125 HP compared to the R nineT Pure's 109 HP. The torque is also higher in the R 1200 R with 125 Nm compared to the R nineT Pure's 116 Nm. Both bikes have 2 cylinders and a similar frame type, with the R nineT Pure having a tubular, load-bearing engine frame and the R 1200 R having a load-bearing engine frame.

BMW R nineT Pure 2021

BMW R nineT Pure 2021

In terms of suspension, the R nineT Pure has an upside-down telescopic fork for the front suspension, while the R 1200 R has a telescopic fork. Both bikes have a Paralever suspension for the rear. The braking system is the same for both bikes, with double disk brakes and four pistons in the front. The technology used for the front brakes is radial.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire width and diameter. The seat height is slightly higher in the R nineT Pure at 805 mm compared to the R 1200 R's 790 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is also slightly higher in the R 1200 R at 231 kg compared to the R nineT Pure's 219 kg. The fuel tank capacity is slightly higher in the R 1200 R at 18 l compared to the R nineT Pure's 17 l.

In terms of strengths, the R nineT Pure has a superb engine, a stable chassis, and easy and accessible handling. It also has a great look and an extensive range of BMW original accessories. On the other hand, the R 1200 R has a sporty look, a powerful engine, and a good sound. It also has a comfortable seating position and comes with ABS and traction control as standard, as well as two riding modes.

BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R 1200 R 2015

In terms of weaknesses, the R nineT Pure is missing a tachometer and gear indicator, and the exclusive aluminum optics are only available at an extra charge. The R 1200 R has many cool features that are only available at an extra cost and a poorly readable rev counter.

Overall, both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW R nineT Pure 2021 compared to BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R nineT Pure 2021
BMW R 1200 R 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power109 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque116 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionParalever

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,105 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth880 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)219 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)231 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R nineT Pure 2021

BMW R nineT Pure 2021

BMW proves that even the most affordable entry into the R nineT world does not compromise on riding performance and emotion. If you reach for the original accessories from the Bavarians, you will quickly find that even the Pure quickly becomes a visual dream! The only compromises are the suspension, which is not very responsive, and the gauges, which are reduced to the bare minimum except for a speed indicator and trip meter. But with such a retro bike with such a strong character, you can overlook even these minor inconveniences.

superb engine

stable chassis

easy and accessible handling

great looks

extensive range of BMW original accessories.

missing tachometer and gear indicator

exclusive aluminium optics at extra charge

BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R 1200 R 2015

The predecessor was already able to be ridden in a sporty manner as well as convincing on tours, the new R 1200 R can do even more - thanks to the pannier system (of course at extra cost), travelling is still no problem, but it masters sport even better. Thanks to the now partially water-cooled boxer twin-cylinder engine, it is wonderfully agile - 125 hp may not seem like much on paper, but the engine pushes incredibly and behaves in a cultivated manner to boot. The chassis and brakes also score highly and the seating position is sporty and upright, covering a wide spectrum from wonderful fun to long-distance touring. Unfortunately, BMW also understands the trick with the surcharge list perfectly. The basic model is well equipped with ABS that can be deactivated, traction control that can also be deactivated and two driving modes, but many interesting gimmicks are almost obligatory - and of course drive the price way up.

Sporty look

powerful engine

good sound, comfortable seating position

ABS and traction control standard

two riding modes

Many cool features only available at extra cost

poorly readable rev counter

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R nineT Pure vs BMW R 1200 R

There are a few key differences between a BMW R nineT Pure 2021 and a BMW R 1200 R 2015. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R nineT Pure 2021 is about 10% higher. Compared to BMW R 1200 R 2015 there are less BMW R nineT Pure 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 8 compared to 23. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 R with 69 days compared to 127 days for the BMW R nineT Pure. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 14 reviews for the BMW R nineT Pure and 27 reviews for the BMW R 1200 R since model year 2007. The first review for the BMW R nineT Pure was published on 24/10/2016 and now has more than 17,800 views. This compares to more than 14,900 views for the first review on BMW R 1200 R published on 07/07/2006.

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