The BMW R nineT Urban G/S is a bold new interpretation of the iconic 1980 R80G/S, blending retro style with modern technology and a potent two-cylinder boxer engine. This air-cooled powerhouse delivers a unique riding experience, with an upright and relaxed position that’s perfect for navigating urban streets.
Its horizontally opposed Boxer engine, with two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, produces a distinctive and engaging character that’s both powerful and smooth. The addition of a central counterbalancer shaft ensures a silky-smooth ride, while the cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever provides a stable platform for cornering.
With its aggressive styling, including a low-slung seat, fat handlebar, and bear-claw pegs, the Urban G/S is ready to take on the city in style. And yet, beneath its tough exterior lies a bike that’s incredibly versatile, with countless customising options available to make it truly unique.
Built to deliver an unforgettable riding experience, the BMW R nineT Urban G/S is a bike that’s as much at home on the city streets as it is on the open road. And with its unbeatable combination of style, substance, and sheer riding pleasure, it’s set to become a bestseller.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central counterbalancer shaft.
Engine Capacity
1170 cc / 71.4 cub in.
Max Power
81 kw / 110 hp
Max Torque
116 Nm / 11.8 kgf-m /85.6 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.8 US gallons / 17.0 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
487 lbs / 221 kg
Seat Height
33.5 inches / 850 mm
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All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
BMWR NineT Urban G/S
Year
2017 – 2018
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central counterbalancer shaft.
Displacement
1170 cc / 71.4 cub in.
Bore x Stroke
101 x 73 mm
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Max Horsepower
81 kw / 110 hp
Max Torque
116 Nm / 11.8 kgf-m /85.6 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Engine Management System
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management with overrun cutoff, twin-spark ignition
Three-part frame concept with front frame and two-part rear frame, load-bearing enginegearbox unit, rear-set frame removeable for one-up riding
Front Suspension
Telescopic forks, 43 mm fixed-tube diameter
Front Suspension Travel
4.7 inches / 125 mm
Rear Suspension
Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut,spring preload fully adjustable by hook wrench, adjustable rebound-stage damping
Rear Suspension Travel
5.5 inches / 140 mm
Trail
61.5
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
120/70 – R19
Rear Tire Size
170/60 – R17
Front Brakes
2 x 320 mm Foating brake discs, 4 piston radial calipers
Rear Brakes
Single 265 mm disc, 2 piston floating caliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad ABS
Dimension & Weights
Seat Height
33.5 inches / 850 mm
Wheelbase
60.1 inches / 1527 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.8 US gallons / 17.0 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight
487 lbs / 221 kg
Dry Weight
209 kg / 461 lbs
Features
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer engine
Two camshafts
Four radially aligned valves per cylinder
Central counterbalancer shaft
Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Central spring strut
Spring preload fully adjustable by hook wrench
Adjustable rebound-stage damping
ABS as standard equipment
Traction control (Automatic Stability Control) available as an option
Forged aluminium fork bridges
Fat handlebar and bar clamp made of forged aluminium
Bear-claw pegs with removable rubber inserts
Stainless steel exhaust system
Double front mudguard
MX-style main fender
Shorter wheel-level deflector
Air-cooled engine
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