BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016 vs. BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016

BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

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Overview - BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016 vs BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

The BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016 and the BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have a Boxer engine with a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm. The engine power is 110 HP for both models, but the Scrambler has a torque of 119 Nm while the Urban G/S has a torque of 116 Nm. Both bikes have a fuel injection system and an electric starter. The transmission is a prop shaft for both models and they both have 2 cylinders and an oil-air cooling system. The displacement is 1170 ccm for both bikes.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have a telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 125 mm. They also have a Paralever rear suspension with a travel of 140 mm. The chassis is made of steel and has a tubular frame. The rake is 61.5 degrees and the trail is 110.6 mm for both models.

The front brakes for both bikes are double disk with a diameter of 320 mm. They also both have ABS as an advanced rider assistance system. The front tire width is 120 mm and the rear tire width is 170 mm for both models. The front tire diameter is 17 inches for the Scrambler and 19 inches for the Urban G/S, while the rear tire diameter is 17 inches for both bikes. The wheelbase is 1527 mm for both models.

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016

The seat height is 820 mm for the Scrambler and 850 mm for the Urban G/S. The kerb weight with ABS is 220 kg for the Scrambler and 221 kg for the Urban G/S. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 17 liters.

Now let's compare the strengths and weaknesses of each model. The BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016 has a boxer engine with character, including vibrations, power, and sound. It is also Euro4-compliant and has a comfortable chassis and pleasant seating position. The Scrambler has powerful brakes and a cool look. Additionally, it is much cheaper than the R nineT.

BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

On the other hand, the BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017 has a terrific and authentic G/S look. It also has powerful brakes and a powerful engine. The Urban G/S is designed to be an Enduro bike with a reduced, bare essentials style. It is essentially a custom bike straight from the factory.

In terms of weaknesses, the Scrambler has a rather hard saddle and spartan dashboards, lacking a rev counter and gear indicator in the base model. The Urban G/S does not come standard with wire-spoke rims or ASC (Automatic Stability Control). Additionally, dirt and trouser paint can be visible on the seat bench.

In conclusion, both the BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016 and the BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017 have similar technical specifications and offer unique strengths and weaknesses. The Scrambler is known for its characterful engine and comfortable chassis, while the Urban G/S stands out with its authentic G/S look and powerful performance.

Technical Specifications BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016 compared to BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016
BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque119 NmTorque116 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore50 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeDryClutch TypeDry
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingOil-air
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licence
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionParalever
TravelTravel140 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake61.5 degreeRake61.5 degree
TrailTrail110.6 mmTrail110.6 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter265 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

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 diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,175 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth870 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,527 mmWheelbase1,527 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)220 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016

There's really no point in trying to figure out why the R nineT is so popular, the concept obviously fits in excellently with today's times. Whether this modern retro style will also work one price class down with the BMW R nineT Scrambler remains to be seen. But the prerequisite is very good, the Scrambler relies on the same, "old" boxer engine with air cooling, which BMW miraculously made suitable for Euro4 without sacrificing performance and character. The chassis is softer, the wheelbase longer and the equipment more spartan - but under the alias Scrambler this is perfectly acceptable, after all the focus is on comfortable riding. The optional one-man saddle is a bit hard, but the R nineT Scrambler is by no means uncomfortable, and the riding position is particularly convincing. So if you can live with less equipment, steel instead of aluminium and simpler suspension elements, you can save a lot of money with the Scrambler - which is best invested in individual customising!

Boxer engine with character - vibrations, power and sound included. Nevertheless Euro4-compliant

comfortable chassis

pleasant seating position

powerful brakes

cool looks

much cheaper than the R nineT.

rather hard saddle

spartan dashboards, in the base without rev counter and gear indicator

BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017

As one of 5 different R nineTs, the Urban G/S is also a successful variation of the air-cooled boxer, which, as in the other models, produces 110 hp and leaves nothing to be desired in terms of more power. The brakes are also on the same high level as those of the original R nineT, only the chassis has to make concessions. ABS comes as standard, ASC at extra cost. You don't need much more to be happy. The only thing we wouldn't want to do without are the wire-spoke rims, because together with the TKC80 they complete the look.

terrific, authentic G/S look

powerful brakes, powerful engine

Enduro-typical reduced to the bare essentials

custom bike ex works

Wire-spoke rims not standard

ASC not standard

dirt and trouser paint visible on seat bench

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R nineT Scrambler vs BMW R nineT Urban G/S

There are a few key differences between a BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016 and a BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017 is about 16% higher. A BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016 experiences a loss of 2,270 USD in one year and 2,410 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 40 USD and 1,290 USD for a BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017. Compared to BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017 there are more BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 11 compared to 9. It takes less time to sell a BMW R nineT Scrambler with 97 days compared to 128 days for a BMW R nineT Urban G/S. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 16 reviews for the BMW R nineT Scrambler and 17 reviews for the BMW R nineT Urban G/S since model year 2017. The first review for the BMW R nineT Scrambler was published on 7/5/2016 and now has more than 40,200 views. This compares to more than 88,800 views for the first review on BMW R nineT Urban G/S published on 11/8/2016.

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