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BMW Motorrad R nineT

The BMW R nineT is a discontinued 1,170 cc air/oil cooled motorcycle with a 6-speed gearbox. BikeWale lists 107.28 bhp @ 7,250 rpm maximum power and 116 Nm @ 6,000 rpm maximum torque. It has a 18 L fuel tank and a 221 kg kerb weight.

Engine
1170 cc
Max power
107.28 bhp @ 7,250 rpm
Max torque
116 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Claimed mileage
22 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
Fuel tank
18 L
Kerb weight
221 kg
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About the BMW Motorrad R nineT

Overview

The BMW Motorrad R nineT is a cruiser motorcycle from BMW Motorrad. It was launched in 2014 and has since been discontinued (production ended around 2024). Mechiee still services it at your doorstep. Cruisers are built for relaxed riding, typically with a low seat, a laid-back posture and an engine that pulls from low revs. With a 1,170 cc engine it sits in the big-bike, 800 cc-plus class.

Engine and performance

Power comes from a 1,170 cc twin-cylinder air- and oil-cooled engine that makes 107.28 bhp at 7,250 rpm and 116 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. Its bore is wider than its stroke (101 mm x 73 mm), a short-stroke layout that generally favours higher revs. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 492 PS per tonne; by that measure, its performance is at superbike level and rewards an experienced rider. The claimed top speed is 200 km/h. It has electric start.

Gearbox

It has a 6-speed manual gearbox, and a shaft carries drive to the rear wheel.

Chassis, brakes and tyres

At the front, the suspension is Upside-Down telescopic fork with 46 mm diameter. At the rear, it is cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW motorrad paralever. Braking is by a disc at the front and a disc at the rear, with dual-channel ABS. ABS on both wheels keeps either tyre from locking under hard braking. It rides on 17-inch spoke wheels with tubeless tyres — 120/70-ZR17 at the front and 180/55-ZR17 at the rear.

Size, comfort and range

The seat is 805 mm off the ground, which is about average and suits most riders. It weighs 221 kg ready to ride, which is heavy, so parking and tight U-turns need care. It is 2,105 mm long, with 1,487 mm between the axles. Its 18 L fuel tank and claimed mileage of 22 kmpl work out to roughly 396 km per tankful on paper; real-world range is usually lower.

Features and equipment

Equipment includes a semi-digital instrument console. Safety equipment includes low fuel indicator.

Owning one

For the BMW Motorrad R nineT, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹13,999 doorstep service.

Who it suits

It is best suited to relaxed riding and unhurried weekend trips. With this much performance, it is better as a step-up bike than a first bike.

Care notes for this model

Its shaft drive is nearly maintenance-free; the final-drive oil is changed at long intervals.

BMW Motorrad R nineT specifications

These figures come from a single publication (BikeWale) and have not been confirmed against the manufacturer. The model is discontinued. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.

Engine & performance

Displacement
1170 cc
Configuration
Air/oil-cooled two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine with two camshafts and four radially arranged valves per cylinder as well as central counterbalance shaft
Cooling
Air/Oil Cooled
Starting
Self Start Only
Maximum power
107.28 bhp @ 7,250 rpm
Maximum torque
116 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Claimed mileage
22 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
Top speed
200 km/h
Transmission
6 Speed Manual
Gears
6-speed
Clutch
Single Plate Clutch
Final drive
Shaft drive
Compression ratio
12.0:1
Bore x stroke
101 mm x 73 mm
Cylinders
2
Valves per cylinder
4

Dimensions & capacity

Length
2105 mm
Width
865 mm
Height
1240 mm
Wheelbase
1,487 mm
Seat height
805 mm
Kerb weight
221 kg
Fuel tank
18 L

Brakes, suspension & tyres

Front brake
Disc
Rear brake
Disc
Braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Front suspension
Upside-Down telescopic fork with 46 mm diameter
Rear suspension
Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
180/55-ZR17
Wheels
Spoke
Tyre type
Tubeless

Chassis & frame

Frame type
Four-part frame concept with front frame and three-part rear frame
Seat type
Single

Electricals

Battery
12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free
Instrument console
Semi-Digital
Tail lamp
LED

Safety

  • Dual Channel ABS
  • Low fuel indicator

Sources: BikeWale, ZigWheels, 91wheels, Bikesmedia

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Owning the BMW Motorrad R nineT

  • Claimed mileage

    22 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)

    Manufacturer's claimed figure; real-world mileage is usually lower.

  • Estimated range

    about 396 km

    Claimed mileage × tank size. An estimate, not a promise.

  • Mechiee doorstep service

    ₹13,999

    Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.

Maintaining the BMW Motorrad R nineT

  • Routine servicing

    Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.

  • Engine oil & filter

    Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.

  • Brake inspection

    With Disc and Disc brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.

  • Chain cleaning & lubrication

    A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.

  • Air filter & spark plug

    A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.

  • Disc brake fluid

    Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.

  • Tyre inspection

    This bike runs 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.

  • Battery & electricals

    The battery is listed as 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free. Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.

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Compare with similar BMW Motorrad bikes

Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.

SpecificationBMW Motorrad R nineTBMW Motorrad R 12BMW Motorrad R 12 nineTBMW Motorrad R 1300 GS
Engine1170 cc1170 cc1170 cc1300 cc
Max power107.28 bhp @ 7,250 rpm93.7 bhp @ 6500 rpm107.5 bhp @ 7000 rpm145 bhp @ 7750 rpm
Max torque116 Nm @ 6,000 rpm109.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm115 Nm @ 6500 rpm149 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Claimed mileage22 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)19.6 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeWale)19.6 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeWale)21 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeWale)
Gears6-speed6 speed6 speed6 speed
Kerb weight221 kg227 kg220 kg237 kg
Fuel tank18 L14 litres16 litres19 litres
Front brakeDiscDisc, 310 mm, 4 piston caliperDisc, 310 mm, 4 piston caliperDisc, 310 mm, 4 piston caliper
Rear brakeDiscDisc, 265 mm, 2 piston caliperDisc, 265 mm, 2 piston caliperDisc, 285 mm, 2 piston caliper

BMW Motorrad R nineT specs explained

What the technical terms on this page mean.

ABS
Anti-lock braking system. It stops a wheel locking up during hard braking so the rider can keep steering. A single-channel system works on one wheel, usually the front; a dual-channel system works on both.
Upside-down fork
A front fork mounted the opposite way round to a conventional one, with the thicker tubes at the top. It is typically stiffer under braking and cornering.
Tubeless tyres
Tyres with no inner tube. A small puncture usually loses air slowly, which makes roadside repair easier.
Kerb weight
The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
Bore x stroke
The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.
Compression ratio
How much the fuel-air mixture is squeezed before it is ignited. It is one of the factors behind an engine's efficiency and power.

Frequently Asked Questions

The BMW Motorrad R nineT has a 1170 cc engine, described as air/oil-cooled two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine with two camshafts and four radially arranged valves per cylinder as well as central counterbalance shaft.

The BMW Motorrad R nineT is rated at 107.28 bhp @ 7,250 rpm maximum power and 116 Nm @ 6,000 rpm maximum torque.

The claimed figure for the BMW Motorrad R nineT is 22 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels). Real-world mileage is usually lower and depends on riding style, load, road and traffic conditions and how well the bike is maintained.

The BMW Motorrad R nineT has Disc at the front and Disc at the rear, with Dual Channel ABS.

The BMW Motorrad R nineT runs 120/70-ZR17 at the front and 180/55-ZR17 at the rear on spoke wheels.

Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Disc and Disc brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.

Multiplying the claimed 22 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels) by the 18 L tank gives roughly 396 km on a full tank. That is an estimate from claimed figures; real-world range is usually lower.

No. The BMW Motorrad R nineT has been discontinued (production ended around 2024). Mechiee still lists doorstep servicing for it.

The BMW Motorrad R nineT was launched in 2014.

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