BMW R NineT Urban GS Motorcycle Demo -- Spoiler -- It's Worthy!

The Jed takes a BMW R Nine T Urban GS Motorcycle (40 Years GS Edition) out for a demo and offers candid thought. Is this one for you?
Special thanks to:
West Valley Cycle Sales
20212 Saticoy St.
Winnetka, CA 91306
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Other times he rides a 1991 Harley Davidson FXLR.
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[@wardroland270]

Thanks TJR. Great job. Good info. God bless. Happy trails.

[@TheJedRides]

Thanks for giving it a watch, Ward ! 👍🏼

[@rmcdudmk212]

This bike gives me the same vibes as some of the custom K100 Cafe Racers I've seen. Very cool package bet it rides like a dream.

[@TheJedRides]

Interesting comparison. I would not have thought of that but I see what you mean. And, yes, what a great ride! 👍🏼

[@trex8693]

Enjoyed your review. Cleared up all the questions I had having sat on the bike this afternoon at the dealership including about the wheel. To be honest the bike felt a bit chunky. Wondering about the reliability of the Boxer engine and the heat issue if any. The new 40 year anniversary graphic was absolutely beautiful in person. Going back for a test ride next week. Looking at your review, it brings back old memories having lived there for 35 years of my life in the valley. Sub'd.

[@TheJedRides]

Thanks Trex! 👍🏼 Let me know what you think of the test ride. I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised, and I came away from it with a much better understanding of the appeal of this variant of the R NineT.

[@Hogdriver88]

It looks and sounds good. I was out yesterday kicking tires again on a new GSA. It will have to be the low suspension for me with my 30” inseam - the standard is just too tall even with the low seat. How’s Kenny - your parking lot coffee chats were always good.

[@TheJedRides]

Low suspension should work for you on the GSA. Kenny’s great! No doubt we’ll get him back again for more.

[@BlazinBlades]

Here’s that BMW content we’ve been waiting for 👍
Some people claim a cramped feet/leg position, your take?

[@TheJedRides]

Felt a little when I first got on but quickly forgot about it. But my legs are short!

[@tpv59]

THANK YOU Very much. REALLY APPRECIATED your comments n views. - Considering purchasing one here in OZ (Australia $24,000 AUD) Regards, ALL the Very Best.

[@TheJedRides]

Let us know if you choose one, Terry. Cheers!

[@kseth6992]

Just sold my GS 1200 rallye yesterday , thinking of picking a used R9t scrambler as an everyday bike and living in a smaller mountainous area . I hear the suspension is quite mediocre on this . How did you find it especially coming from a 1250 GS ? Appreciate your feedback back . I realise this was 2 years ago though .

[@TheJedRides]

The suspension on the R9T is of course nowhere near as sophisticated. For “be-bopping” around it is perfectly adequate, but you’ll notice it in aggressive cornering for sure. That said, it’s a fun and comfortable bike.

[@kseth6992]

@@TheJedRides thanks for your reply

[@sampakpahan6749]

Would you recommend for first bike?

[@TheJedRides]

Sam, that's a great question. It is a difficult one to answer without more context. While the R9T handles well (and predictably), and while it has ABS and traction control, I don't think most folks would recommend a bike with this much displacement (and the corresponding horsepower and torque) as a first bike for someone with no riding experience. That kind of power can get a novice into trouble. It is also a relatively expensive bike and would be costly to repair from tipovers, drops and (God forbid) crashes. So, no, I think I would recommend something with less power as a first bike.

[@johanboes1]

Thanks from Belgium

[@martyn_g]

So, you have the regular scrambler, then the urban. But the urban has more travel then the regular scrambler. Puzzling marketing😂 they should call the Urban the “GS Scrambler” and the regular scrambler the Urban. See BMW, I’ve just solved your problem😂

[@TheJedRides]

They need you in marketing! 👍🏼