I picked up my 9T (low mileage 2016) a few weeks ago and am loving it. Tested the 9T and Thruxton back to back and I totally agree about the sense of fun and engagement with the BMW. One of the best comments on the 9T I've seen compared it to a "pit bull on a leash". You feed it, give it some affection and maintain careful control of it and it will reward you with absolute loyalty.
That's a lovely way to describe it, and I love the pit bull analogy too. Funnily enough, I thought seriously about going for a Thruxton, and was recently offered the Triumph Factory Custom version... it's sublime. (thebikeshed.cc/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Triumph-TFC-Thruxton-R-The-Bike-Shed-2-1.jpg)
I bought a car with this colour not long ago, it looks great on the R9T! Thanks for the great review, I had exactly the same "problem", finally got my drivers license after 13 years waiting and then I didn't know which bike to buy...I was always sneakin' around the R9T...but: too big, too heavy for a woman, to fast for a first bike, .. but still couldn't resist to make a test ride, this was the first and I was absolutely in love (after the first shock ;-)) Then my co-worker offered me a Street triple s. I thought this is the perfect bike for me, a little bit fast, but light weight and easy to handle, I gave it a chance and it was so easy to drive, I thought this bike is the one you should buy...but my heart said "buy the R9T, otherwise you'll regret it", so I did. I don't need a racing bike, I just like cruisin' around but will also be travelling with it and I love the retro style ❤ So I smiled as I heard your story, exactly the same feelings about the R9T - Street triple 😉👍 I'll pick up my baby tomorrow and hope I'll have fun with it for many many years 😊
Hi Browny K., so it's been a year since you got your R9T, has your mind changed since then? Still happy with your choice? I'm torn between the R9T and a speed twin, and maybe a scrambler 1200, and the long awaited Norton Atlas twins look good… 😶
Forgot to mention as a fifty something old man, I went to dealers to test ride a gs1200, just could not do it. I test rode the r1200r (bit more funky)but got back and took one look at 9 at. Such a good looking bike I bought one. No regrets that was 3000 miles ago no regrets.
Am so glad I found your channel, I have already watched a few of your videos and will like and watch the rest of them. Just want to say keep up the good work. I know this channel will grow in the future because your not fake. Stay natural and keep posting all the best.
That's exceptionally kind of you, Harry, and I really appreciate it very much. I need to get a bit slicker/more professional if i can, but don't intend ever pretending to be someone that I'm not!
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog thanks for getting back to me. I'm thinking of getting one of these and I've currently got a Street Triple but like you it doesn't suit my riding character. Do you still have yours? Any issues at all?
@@eliteengineerdaz The Speed Twin is a lot closer to the R9T than the T120 is in terms of performance and sportiness I'd definitely be taking both out for a serious test, although I'd probably be predisposed towards the ST given that I'm a bit of a triumph fanboy. You can't go wrong with either, though, IMO.
Great bike, and wonderful customization! I was wondering what you did for the rear end lights? I believe your using the OEM lights, but are you using an undertray to hold them? Cheers man
Just bought a 2016 RNineT 'Individual' which has a very fancy paint job from 8ball...traded in a Yam MT10 as I wanted something a bit more chilled and classic. Lovely bike with fantastic build quality. Also love that colour on your bike
I have had a bit of numb fingers with my 9rt, got round it with Sato (japanese) heavy bar end weights and some grip budies (foam grips thicken out grips made in usa). I do suffer from numb fingers and I get this on other bikes I have. But the two together sorted me out. Tends to be worse 4000rpm. Hope this helps if anyone else has similar issue. Comment about no fuel gauge errrrrrrr I just keep mine topped up at ever petrol station that has quality fuel. I was caught out when I put in £1.89 embarrasing, I'd forgotten I'd filled it up the day before. Love the paint scream, i think a nice Kawasaki racing gream for me.
I've been okay with regard to numbness, generally speaking; I started using a Scottoiler Cramp Buster a while back, though, which is great if I feel some tingles coming on. I can just relax my throttle hand. Try the trick I mentioned using the Trip I indicator. Just reset it each time you fill up, and you know you're going to get over 100 miles before the warning light comes on.
Thanks mate, and i do intend taking a Thruxton out for a proper test once we're in a position to do so. In fact, the Triumph dealership from which I've bought a couple of new bikes tried very hard to sell me a TFC recently (and i was sorely tempted).
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Get THE TFC CARBON if ever. Looking forward to your review as I'm considering on getting one of the two. Just so hard to decide since the Thruxton offers more tech while the handsome R9T have only the basic goodies. Cheers and keep at it mate!
for me it is the same i have the r ninet aluminum tank color with weld seam visible find this the most timeless, but if i had chosen something else it would certainly be the red orange, it is beautiful and very special✌🇧🇪
Thanks for excellant review - best I’ve watched ( and watched loads)particularly clocks/ mirrors... love the boxer engine ( RS) and looking to find right 9RT ...
Just came across your channel and enjoy your work. Did you get the the seat re trimmed, the reason I ask is that as you were talking about it you were about to pass Huke Trimmers, Lower Gade Farm Dagnall Rd, Great Gaddesden, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3BP. They made a duel foam seat with a hump on my Triumph Thunderbird and it is fantastic. The do classic cars and the owner is a biker and has a Triumph 1200 adventure. Family run for over 50 years.
I have a pure, the lack of fuel gauge is annoying. the sixth gear is not tall enough. I would probably get rid of the exhaust valve thing that makes the pop pop noise....other than that I will keep this motorcycle until I'm old, its a blast to ride and the ASC is amazing. I agree about lack of storage is annoying also. Also would help me out if you can give me an idea of what KM you get from full to as close to empty....I'm thinking 280KM is the max it will go on only highway. Going by what it claimes it should get close to 400km to a tank.
I agree with you about the fuel gauge (I'ver got used to using the Trip 1 reading - which I reset on each fill-up - to assess fuel requirements at any given time) but haven't found an issue with the gearing. It's worth noting that removing the flapper gives you slightly more snap, crackle and pop on the overrun, though. Personally I LOVE that. As for range, I'm getting a very consistent 45mpg riding mostly urban but with some open roads thrown in for good measure. I tend to bottle it at 120+ miles, though, and I've not really pushed it to find the maximum as I'd rather not have to call out the RAC!
Nice bike 👍 I have the R9T pure which is the stripper down version ... love this bike will probably keep it for many years, just adding some trick parts to it over time 👊
I like this BMW....I wonder if I would miss the power drop from my Triumph speed triple though? Thoughts appreciated. I know this bike isn't just about power....I like the quality it offers and the handling.
No, it's not really about power - that said, though, it has so much torque that in real life terms (by which I mean on the road) I can't imagine it ever falling short. I guess the only way you'll know is to take one out for a test.
Was really tempted by the R9T when it was launched, but was out my reach price wise at the time! Haha, how many times have we all forgotten to do the strap up on our lids to find it flapping a short way down the road! :D
I know what you mean about the street triple. Definitely feels like I'm just a passenger sometimes. If I'm not ringing it's neck everywhere it does get a little boring. Maybe I'll try the 9T or speed twin.
Next time I ride my little SV650, I'll pretend it's an R9-T. Beautiful bike. Hey, your mirrors changed between the riding footage and the dismounted footage!
Haha - that's funny! And well done on being the ONLY person to spot that. I realised when I edited the video that the footage for the walkaround had some problems. I couldn't get out to reshoot it straight away, and by the time I did... yes, I'd changed the mirrors :)
I have a modified 2017 R9T. And we're all waiting to hear what the bike sounds like of course. Unfortunately for us die hard petrol heads, everyone else seems to be raving about electric bikes and some manufacturers are now producing prototypes. I even saw a Harley electric bike being advertised. Really? A Harley?? Can you imagine the future of biking?? Imagine this conversation: " Go on mate - fire her up and let's hear what she sounds li ... ohhh ;-( " The death of fun biking? Surely half of why we ride bikes is for the visceral experience - the feel, the sight and the sound. What will happen to biking when they kill the sound of your next bike? I guess some of us will just have to continue being 'old die hard petrol heads'!
I know exactly what you mean, although performance-wise they clearly deliver. I reckon the internal combustion engine has a life expectancy of about 20 years so I guess we'd better make the most of them.
Thanks. Well, the bike is more than capable but I'm not sure that the stock seats (either the 2-piece or the double bench seat) are ideal. Too thin and not enough decent padding for comfort, so for regular 2-up use I'd be looking for aftermarket alternatives.
Excellent video. I sorely wish I lived in such a beautiful place. I have long been a fan of the r9t and the 2021 models look nicer than ever. I recently bought a Ducati Scambler and commute for 40 minutes through central Paris and outskirts and the Ducati seems as good as it can get for the purposes but...I am tempted to switch to the r9t in a year or so just because it is so beautiful, well made and reliable. Have you tried it in dense city traffic? I spend half the time filtering and I'm concerned that the extra weight and width would be a handicap.
Many thanks, Tony. The R9T is a lovely bike, and I can couch for its suitability for urban riding given that I do many of my miles in London and filter constantly. The weight is very low down due to it being a boxer engine, and whilst it looks quite wide the engine is no wider than the handlebars so you soon get used to it without worrying. Yes, it's a relatively heavy bike but you don't really feel the weight and it's very maneuverable.
Nice video and review 👍 👌, I had a test ride on the Urban GS and fell in love with the boxer engine. Your R ninety is a great looking bike! Cheers, Steve
I’m not sure that overheating an air/oil cooled engine that is in no way shrouded from the air is an issue. Water cooling can be problematic because even coolant has a relatively low boiling point and even if the system doesn’t overpressurize the system the coolant will turn to vapor in the hot spots in the engine and then cooling stops. These motors were designed for oil cooling with fins all over the cylinders. It would take a lot to overheat one of these motors.
I'm sure you're right. That said, not providing a temperature gauge on a bike of this price/quality (especially an air/oil cooled bike) is to me nothing short of weird.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog My Buell XB9 Lightning, a bike with an air cooled V-twin whose cylinders are directly in line and whose rear cylinder is surrounded by a large frame, doesn't have a temperature gauge and my Kawasaki Z1000 doesn't have a temperature gauge. I think that my Z1000 does have a light. I had a VFR 800 once that gave a temperature and people worried as the temperature got to 100C because they did not understand what the boiling point of coolant was or the effects of a pressurized cooling system. In that case, too much info was a bad thing.
Did you consider the Triumph Speed Twin? I think the Speed Twin and R9T are very similar in terms of retro/heritage, power, torque, handling, price, etc. I cannot make up my mind between the two. I used to own an R1200 GS, and I have tested the Speed Twin, so I suppose I'd better go and test the R9T to get a better perspective.
Peter Hatfield I didn’t, Peter - not because it isn’t a brilliant bike but more because it’s a kind of bigger/faster version of the Street Triple, and I was perfectly happy with the Triple’s performance. Get yourself an a 9T 👍🏼
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Thanks! BTW, I forgot to mention that I really love the colour of your bike - it really stands out in the nicest possible way. It's a shame that the standard colour for the R9T is black - not a colour I really like. And your mods are just right - I bet it's a keeper for now.
Actually, the tail tidy was one of a few things already on the bike when I bought it, and I can't see a brand on it. However, both Evotech and R&G have something that looks very similar (hope that helps).
Just wondering if you could advise me. I’m 66 and been riding a street twin for 2 years, having not ridden for 40yrs. I have been thinking of buying the rninet but I’m only 5ft 6in with 29in leg. What would your advice be ?
Derek, I'm 5'6" with a 30" inside leg. I can flat foot it easily and because the weight is low down it's probably easier in that respect than the Street Twin was (which is a similar weight, from memory). You'' be fie, but maybe see if you can arrange a test ride to ease your mind? (Oh, I'm 59, by the way, and not heavily built.)
Guy On a Bike thanks for getting back to me so promptly, very much appreciate your response. Will make contact with my local bmw garage in Chester and take it from there.
Yes, I agree with you about the weight - luckily I could paddle it backwards and forwards, which saved having to push it. But it's no lightweight, for sure.
What a great review ! I found myself agreeing with just about everything you said. The speedo dial is a real pain, I have toyed with the idea of placing larger self adhesive numbers at 30,50,70. In relation to the lack of a fuel gauge, it's a bit difficult to swallow on a bike of this price. I got it into my head that you could travel about 50 miles when the light comes on and the display starts to count miles covered on reserve ... 38 miles later I ran out but was fortunately only about 300 metres from a garage ! The 'burnt orange' colour looks great and is reminiscent of one of the colours used on the R90s from the 70's.
Thanks Andy - glad you enjoyed it. There is a way to swap the speedo dial out (I know that some of the guys on the R9T Forum negotiated a group buy for a nice clean replacement) but the lack of both fuel and temperature gauges is a real pain. That said, no bike is perfect and the R9T's character more than makes up for it's deficiencies. Agree about the colour - it's lovely and does have a touch of the 70's about it.
Ah - now, for reasons I won't go into there were two types used on this video; some unbranded lane-splitter things and some Puig that were actually pretty good. However, both pairs always ended up becoming loose and it was getting quite irritating in the end; I now use Oberon Performance and they're the best of the lot by a large margin, and seem rock solid.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Ah thanks for the feedback. I am eyeing the Oberon ones as well, but not sure how they will look on my scrambler. Nice to hear that you are happy. Another option are the Wunderlich ones, but very price in my opinion. Cheers
Lovely paint job, very different from the norm! I have an XSR900 and T120 but now I also would like an R9T!! FFS my wife is gonna kill me! One question (for anyone really)... do you struggle to see the speed reading (dial) at all? Looks very small
haha... thank you, and just say that you've saved the best till last ;) You're right about the speedo readings... not great, to be honest, and just about the only thing about the bike that i don't like.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Thanks for your response. I'm in love with R9Ts and currently looking for one under $9000, which is why I'm looking at pre-owned models from 2015/2016. Thanks again!
Thank you - they're such wonderful bikes, aren't they? The paintwork is BMW's Burnt Orange (with some Burnt Orange Flake along the tank centre line and on the front fender).
Yes they r beautiful, there are some things i dont like for example the stock mirrors or the platenumber holder is really ugly-but U never get a perfect Bike. Have to get some parts from wunderlich in the near future. Sry for my english😉
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Yeah it's sad here from BMW India. And the after sales service is a joke. BMW also doesn't respond to customer complaints. Partially due to weak consumer law here.
Thanks - the Classic is a lovely bike but I can see why people opt for the other models too. Such a great range of bikes, and if I was buying again knowing what I know now I'd probably go for the Pure and then customise the shit out of it.
I've been 100% convinced that I was going to buy a Moto Guzzi v7 racer generation 2... 100% sure until I saw this bike and now I'm all confused!!! I found one near where I live with about 2,000 mi on it for about $8,500 😉
The Guzzi is a lovely bike, but it has nothing like the power of the R9T. I guess it depends on your riding but on the highways there'd be no comparison.
The Guzzi is a beautiful bike, and it depends on whether you want performance or not. The Guzzi is unfortunately lacking in performance in a huge way. I had a Guzzi Le Mans in the eighties and it was a rocket ship compared to the V7. If performance isn’t a factor, buy the one that appeals to you more when it’s standing still. Take both for a ride and see which you prefer.
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I picked up my 9T (low mileage 2016) a few weeks ago and am loving it. Tested the 9T and Thruxton back to back and I totally agree about the sense of fun and engagement with the BMW. One of the best comments on the 9T I've seen compared it to a "pit bull on a leash". You feed it, give it some affection and maintain careful control of it and it will reward you with absolute loyalty.
That's a lovely way to describe it, and I love the pit bull analogy too. Funnily enough, I thought seriously about going for a Thruxton, and was recently offered the Triumph Factory Custom version... it's sublime. (thebikeshed.cc/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Triumph-TFC-Thruxton-R-The-Bike-Shed-2-1.jpg)
I bought a car with this colour not long ago, it looks great on the R9T!
Thanks for the great review, I had exactly the same "problem", finally got my drivers license after 13 years waiting and then I didn't know which bike to buy...I was always sneakin' around the R9T...but: too big, too heavy for a woman, to fast for a first bike, .. but still couldn't resist to make a test ride, this was the first and I was absolutely in love (after the first shock ;-)) Then my co-worker offered me a Street triple s. I thought this is the perfect bike for me, a little bit fast, but light weight and easy to handle, I gave it a chance and it was so easy to drive, I thought this bike is the one you should buy...but my heart said "buy the R9T, otherwise you'll regret it", so I did. I don't need a racing bike, I just like cruisin' around but will also be travelling with it and I love the retro style ❤ So I smiled as I heard your story, exactly the same feelings about the R9T - Street triple 😉👍 I'll pick up my baby tomorrow and hope I'll have fun with it for many many years 😊
Thanks for sharing your story, and enjoy your new bike! of course, the answer is that we should buy two. Or three. :)
Hi Browny K., so it's been a year since you got your R9T, has your mind changed since then? Still happy with your choice? I'm torn between the R9T and a speed twin, and maybe a scrambler 1200, and the long awaited Norton Atlas twins look good… 😶
Forgot to mention as a fifty something old man, I went to dealers to test ride a gs1200, just could not do it. I test rode the r1200r (bit more funky)but got back and took one look at 9 at. Such a good looking bike I bought one. No regrets that was 3000 miles ago no regrets.
Yeah, I'm also in my fifties and know just what you mean (previous bike was a Street Triple, but I'm no hooligan these days!).
Paint job looks very nice.
Thanks, and agreed!
Am so glad I found your channel, I have already watched a few of your videos and will like and watch the rest of them. Just want to say keep up the good work. I know this channel will grow in the future because your not fake. Stay natural and keep posting all the best.
That's exceptionally kind of you, Harry, and I really appreciate it very much. I need to get a bit slicker/more professional if i can, but don't intend ever pretending to be someone that I'm not!
These are different clocks than I've seen on other R9T's, did yours come like this stock?
No, they're stock and correct for the earlier bikes.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog thanks for getting back to me. I'm thinking of getting one of these and I've currently got a Street Triple but like you it doesn't suit my riding character. Do you still have yours? Any issues at all?
@@eliteengineerdaz No, I'm riding a Bonneville T120 these days. I genuinely miss the R9T, though - superb bike and so characterful.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog I see. I'm torn between the R9T and the Speed Twin.
@@eliteengineerdaz The Speed Twin is a lot closer to the R9T than the T120 is in terms of performance and sportiness I'd definitely be taking both out for a serious test, although I'd probably be predisposed towards the ST given that I'm a bit of a triumph fanboy. You can't go wrong with either, though, IMO.
Beautiful bike! May it bring you many years of happiness.
Thank you so much - very kind of you!
One of the best bikes ever...love it
Agreed, and ditto!
Great bike, and wonderful customization! I was wondering what you did for the rear end lights? I believe your using the OEM lights, but are you using an undertray to hold them? Cheers man
Never seen this color
There weren't many!
I like the colour matched QuadLock tab!
Haha... the devil is in the detail :)
I have a R 9T 2016 with an aluminium tank and I love it. However the only other colour that I like is this red/orange.
Oh, thanks. The alu tank is a thing of beauty, actually!
Just bought a 2016 RNineT 'Individual' which has a very fancy paint job from 8ball...traded in a Yam MT10 as I wanted something a bit more chilled and classic. Lovely bike with fantastic build quality. Also love that colour on your bike
Thanks, and well done for finding one that's different from the norm!
thank you for a relaxing, nice and calm review. Like from me!!! i love this bike, most in this color
That's very kind of you, thank you.
I have had a bit of numb fingers with my 9rt, got round it with Sato (japanese) heavy bar end weights and some grip budies (foam grips thicken out grips made in usa). I do suffer from numb fingers and I get this on other bikes I have. But the two together sorted me out. Tends to be worse 4000rpm. Hope this helps if anyone else has similar issue.
Comment about no fuel gauge errrrrrrr I just keep mine topped up at ever petrol station that has quality fuel. I was caught out when I put in £1.89 embarrasing, I'd forgotten I'd filled it up the day before.
Love the paint scream, i think a nice Kawasaki racing gream for me.
I've been okay with regard to numbness, generally speaking; I started using a Scottoiler Cramp Buster a while back, though, which is great if I feel some tingles coming on. I can just relax my throttle hand.
Try the trick I mentioned using the Trip I indicator. Just reset it each time you fill up, and you know you're going to get over 100 miles before the warning light comes on.
G'day.. was hoping that one day you could compare the riding dynamics of the r9t with a thruxton rs. That wud be great. Thanks and good review.
Thanks mate, and i do intend taking a Thruxton out for a proper test once we're in a position to do so. In fact, the Triumph dealership from which I've bought a couple of new bikes tried very hard to sell me a TFC recently (and i was sorely tempted).
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Get THE TFC CARBON if ever. Looking forward to your review as I'm considering on getting one of the two. Just so hard to decide since the Thruxton offers more tech while the handsome R9T have only the basic goodies. Cheers and keep at it mate!
Beautiful color..smile while on ride.. Same here.. Just done 20000 km now.. Time for major service..
Thank you!!! Good luck with the service.
Awesome thanks for the experience. Been considering it paired to my HD 1200 bobber. Different experience indeed. Cheers.
Thank you very much :)
for me it is the same i have the r ninet aluminum tank color with weld seam visible find this the most timeless, but if i had chosen something else it would certainly be the red orange, it is beautiful and very special✌🇧🇪
Thanks very much!
Thanks for excellant review - best I’ve watched ( and watched loads)particularly clocks/ mirrors... love the boxer engine ( RS) and looking to find right 9RT ...
That's very kind of you, and I'm glad you found it useful. Good luck with the hunt!
Just came across your channel and enjoy your work. Did you get the the seat re trimmed, the reason I ask is that as you were talking about it you were about to pass Huke Trimmers, Lower Gade Farm Dagnall Rd, Great Gaddesden, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3BP. They made a duel foam seat with a hump on my Triumph Thunderbird and it is fantastic. The do classic cars and the owner is a biker and has a Triumph 1200 adventure. Family run for over 50 years.
Thanks very much! Yes, I did get the seat trimmed - used a company just round the corner from the Ace cafe, actually.
I love the color, never seen one that color before.
Thanks very much. There are a few about, and so far as I can tell they're either straight out the factory or from 8 Ball.
I have a pure, the lack of fuel gauge is annoying. the sixth gear is not tall enough. I would probably get rid of the exhaust valve thing that makes the pop pop noise....other than that I will keep this motorcycle until I'm old, its a blast to ride and the ASC is amazing. I agree about lack of storage is annoying also. Also would help me out if you can give me an idea of what KM you get from full to as close to empty....I'm thinking 280KM is the max it will go on only highway. Going by what it claimes it should get close to 400km to a tank.
I agree with you about the fuel gauge (I'ver got used to using the Trip 1 reading - which I reset on each fill-up - to assess fuel requirements at any given time) but haven't found an issue with the gearing. It's worth noting that removing the flapper gives you slightly more snap, crackle and pop on the overrun, though. Personally I LOVE that.
As for range, I'm getting a very consistent 45mpg riding mostly urban but with some open roads thrown in for good measure. I tend to bottle it at 120+ miles, though, and I've not really pushed it to find the maximum as I'd rather not have to call out the RAC!
Marty Fowler - I am getting 200 miles to empty on mine, if that helps
What is the brand of the back rack? Thank you
It's a Unit Garage, but there are lots that are similar (eg Hepco & Becker).
Guy On a Bike thank you
what would fit very well are the cylinder hoods from bmw roeland sands, i have them and are amazing!!!
Yes, the RSD stuff is lovely. Expensive, but lovely.
Beautiful bike.I’ve yet to see one with dual clocks.Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on yours.👍👍
Thank you very much indeed.
Hello guy on a bike I purchased a 21 model are the 90 had my first 500 mile day I felt like I could do more truly a wonderful choice of bike
Fantastic! Enjoy the bike and ride safe :)
Nice bike 👍 I have the R9T pure which is the stripper down version ... love this bike will probably keep it for many years, just adding some trick parts to it over time 👊
Thanks very much. Can't see mine going anywhere either!
Gotta love a stripper! 🤣
I like this BMW....I wonder if I would miss the power drop from my Triumph speed triple though?
Thoughts appreciated.
I know this bike isn't just about power....I like the quality it offers and the handling.
No, it's not really about power - that said, though, it has so much torque that in real life terms (by which I mean on the road) I can't imagine it ever falling short. I guess the only way you'll know is to take one out for a test.
Speed triple only has about 20 more hp and less torque so I don't think you would miss much.
Was really tempted by the R9T when it was launched, but was out my reach price wise at the time! Haha, how many times have we all forgotten to do the strap up on our lids to find it flapping a short way down the road! :D
Yeah, those straps 🤭
They’re beautiful bikes - but then so are the Striples!
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog and the Guzzis! :D
@@HippoDrones Sorry, mustn't forget the others!
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Hahaha... I'm only mentioning the V7 as I had such a blast on it on Friday at Anglesey! :D
I know what you mean about the street triple. Definitely feels like I'm just a passenger sometimes. If I'm not ringing it's neck everywhere it does get a little boring.
Maybe I'll try the 9T or speed twin.
Try them both - they're equally superb machines offering quite different rides.
Next time I ride my little SV650, I'll pretend it's an R9-T. Beautiful bike. Hey, your mirrors changed between the riding footage and the dismounted footage!
Haha - that's funny! And well done on being the ONLY person to spot that. I realised when I edited the video that the footage for the walkaround had some problems. I couldn't get out to reshoot it straight away, and by the time I did... yes, I'd changed the mirrors :)
The best bike , and beautiful bike, you awesome bro
Thanks very much :)
I have a modified 2017 R9T. And we're all waiting to hear what the bike sounds like of course. Unfortunately for us die hard petrol heads, everyone else seems to be raving about electric bikes and some manufacturers are now producing prototypes. I even saw a Harley electric bike being advertised. Really? A Harley?? Can you imagine the future of biking?? Imagine this conversation: " Go on mate - fire her up and let's hear what she sounds li ... ohhh ;-( " The death of fun biking? Surely half of why we ride bikes is for the visceral experience - the feel, the sight and the sound. What will happen to biking when they kill the sound of your next bike? I guess some of us will just have to continue being 'old die hard petrol heads'!
I know exactly what you mean, although performance-wise they clearly deliver. I reckon the internal combustion engine has a life expectancy of about 20 years so I guess we'd better make the most of them.
I can see the appeal of an electric car, but motorcycle no way.
Great motorbike, in your opinion about the short trip with the passenger, it is quite comfortable? Thanks
Thanks. Well, the bike is more than capable but I'm not sure that the stock seats (either the 2-piece or the double bench seat) are ideal. Too thin and not enough decent padding for comfort, so for regular 2-up use I'd be looking for aftermarket alternatives.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog thanks 👍
Excellent video. I sorely wish I lived in such a beautiful place. I have long been a fan of the r9t and the 2021 models look nicer than ever. I recently bought a Ducati Scambler and commute for 40 minutes through central Paris and outskirts and the Ducati seems as good as it can get for the purposes but...I am tempted to switch to the r9t in a year or so just because it is so beautiful, well made and reliable. Have you tried it in dense city traffic? I spend half the time filtering and I'm concerned that the extra weight and width would be a handicap.
Many thanks, Tony. The R9T is a lovely bike, and I can couch for its suitability for urban riding given that I do many of my miles in London and filter constantly. The weight is very low down due to it being a boxer engine, and whilst it looks quite wide the engine is no wider than the handlebars so you soon get used to it without worrying. Yes, it's a relatively heavy bike but you don't really feel the weight and it's very maneuverable.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog many thanks for your swift reply. I fear that my Ducati may not last past spring and an rninet may be sitting in its place 😊
It looks stunning in red! Where did you get that done?
Thanks. That's how it left the factory, it seems.
Nice video and review 👍 👌, I had a test ride on the Urban GS and fell in love with the boxer engine. Your R ninety is a great looking bike! Cheers, Steve
Thanks Steve. I've taken the UGS as a loaner a couple of times, and really enjoyed riding it on both occasions.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog What type of this BMW RnT? it's so rare seeing a red BMW Rnt. Usually it's red and blue.
@@yehezkielareth5496 It"s the classic. The paint job is non-standard but out of the factory.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Uhm, sorry. Is that mean that you painted the bike by yourself?
@@yehezkielareth5496 No. factory finish.
Beaut bike,i love the colour 😊
Thanks ✌️
I’m not sure that overheating an air/oil cooled engine that is in no way shrouded from the air is an issue. Water cooling can be problematic because even coolant has a relatively low boiling point and even if the system doesn’t overpressurize the system the coolant will turn to vapor in the hot spots in the engine and then cooling stops. These motors were designed for oil cooling with fins all over the cylinders. It would take a lot to overheat one of these motors.
I'm sure you're right. That said, not providing a temperature gauge on a bike of this price/quality (especially an air/oil cooled bike) is to me nothing short of weird.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog My Buell XB9 Lightning, a bike with an air cooled V-twin whose cylinders are directly in line and whose rear cylinder is surrounded by a large frame, doesn't have a temperature gauge and my Kawasaki Z1000 doesn't have a temperature gauge. I think that my Z1000 does have a light. I had a VFR 800 once that gave a temperature and people worried as the temperature got to 100C because they did not understand what the boiling point of coolant was or the effects of a pressurized cooling system. In that case, too much info was a bad thing.
Did you consider the Triumph Speed Twin? I think the Speed Twin and R9T are very similar in terms of retro/heritage, power, torque, handling, price, etc. I cannot make up my mind between the two. I used to own an R1200 GS, and I have tested the Speed Twin, so I suppose I'd better go and test the R9T to get a better perspective.
Peter Hatfield I didn’t, Peter - not because it isn’t a brilliant bike but more because it’s a kind of bigger/faster version of the Street Triple, and I was perfectly happy with the Triple’s performance.
Get yourself an a 9T 👍🏼
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Thanks! BTW, I forgot to mention that I really love the colour of your bike - it really stands out in the nicest possible way. It's a shame that the standard colour for the R9T is black - not a colour I really like. And your mods are just right - I bet it's a keeper for now.
@@peterhatfield5632 That's very kind of you, and yes - definitely a keeper!
Love this bike! Feels so weird to see someone drive on the left side.
Haha... don't try this at home 😀 ( and thanks)!
you mean the proper side of the road
nice! where did u get the fuel tank color from?
Thanks. It was the factory finish - Burnt Orange/Burnt Orange Flake. There's only a few of them out there, from what I understand.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog magnific
Hi there! Do you have a link or a name for this tail tidy that you installed?
Actually, the tail tidy was one of a few things already on the bike when I bought it, and I can't see a brand on it. However, both Evotech and R&G have something that looks very similar (hope that helps).
Just wondering if you could advise me. I’m 66 and been riding a street twin for 2 years, having not ridden for 40yrs. I have been thinking of buying the rninet but I’m only 5ft 6in with 29in leg. What would your advice be ?
Derek, I'm 5'6" with a 30" inside leg. I can flat foot it easily and because the weight is low down it's probably easier in that respect than the Street Twin was (which is a similar weight, from memory). You'' be fie, but maybe see if you can arrange a test ride to ease your mind? (Oh, I'm 59, by the way, and not heavily built.)
Guy On a Bike thanks for getting back to me so promptly, very much appreciate your response. Will make contact with my local bmw garage in Chester and take it from there.
@@derekturner9514 Good luck - let me know how you get on!
Guy On a Bike will do my friend🏍
500 miles is a nice weekend of riding.
Hah! I guess it would be, in an ideal world (which, in riding terms, mine isn't):)
Good looking and powerful bike. Just too heavy while parking for me.
Yes, I agree with you about the weight - luckily I could paddle it backwards and forwards, which saved having to push it. But it's no lightweight, for sure.
She looks great 👍🏻
Thanks mate :)
Luv it or hate it.. Recently Change exhaust & heard every notes in every throttle.
The bike sounds amazing - even with the stock cans.
What a great review ! I found myself agreeing with just about everything you said. The speedo dial is a real pain, I have toyed with the idea of placing larger self adhesive numbers at 30,50,70. In relation to the lack of a fuel gauge, it's a bit difficult to swallow on a bike of this price. I got it into my head that you could travel about 50 miles when the light comes on and the display starts to count miles covered on reserve ... 38 miles later I ran out but was fortunately only about 300 metres from a garage !
The 'burnt orange' colour looks great and is reminiscent of one of the colours used on the R90s from the 70's.
Thanks Andy - glad you enjoyed it. There is a way to swap the speedo dial out (I know that some of the guys on the R9T Forum negotiated a group buy for a nice clean replacement) but the lack of both fuel and temperature gauges is a real pain. That said, no bike is perfect and the R9T's character more than makes up for it's deficiencies.
Agree about the colour - it's lovely and does have a touch of the 70's about it.
A thing of beauty!
Thank you very much, Jan!
That numberplate holder looks not good but that red is nice.
Glad you like the colour, Georg, thanks. I like the number plate holder too :)
My 2015 nine T is being delivered tomorrow ..... yes .....
Welcome to the family!
Thanks mate , weathers pants here but ...I can wait ...NOT !......lol
It’s arrived and it’s awesome
@@delstephens7441 Of course it is!!! Congratulations :)
Did you paint it, or was it factor paint?
It was a factory paint job, using non-standard BMW colours (burnt orange/burnt orange flake).
Hello, what are your end mirrors? Cheers
Ah - now, for reasons I won't go into there were two types used on this video; some unbranded lane-splitter things and some Puig that were actually pretty good. However, both pairs always ended up becoming loose and it was getting quite irritating in the end; I now use Oberon Performance and they're the best of the lot by a large margin, and seem rock solid.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Ah thanks for the feedback. I am eyeing the Oberon ones as well, but not sure how they will look on my scrambler. Nice to hear that you are happy. Another option are the Wunderlich ones, but very price in my opinion. Cheers
@@georgiosyiannakou5537 They'll look great on the Scrambler and are a whole lot cheaper!
What a bike !
Thank you :)
Gorgeous bike!
Much obliged, Brad, thank you :)
Lovely paint job, very different from the norm! I have an XSR900 and T120 but now I also would like an R9T!! FFS my wife is gonna kill me!
One question (for anyone really)... do you struggle to see the speed reading (dial) at all? Looks very small
haha... thank you, and just say that you've saved the best till last ;)
You're right about the speedo readings... not great, to be honest, and just about the only thing about the bike that i don't like.
@@digibyke5898 Definitely not just you!
I have the r9t with aluminum tank, but I admit that this red is really beautiful! ,👌
Thank you very much! I love the alu tank too.
Hi ... would any of your friends that own the nine T be interested in a awesome private reg plate ?.
Possibly - drop me a line with the details.
Hi , this is the reg RT11BMW ... it’s valued at £2100 id accept £1500 . My names Del by the way .
@@chancer9965 Okay, I'll ask around. Shame it's not "R9T BMW", though!!!
subscribed thanks, looking forward to enjoying more of your videos :)
Much appreciated, thank you.
Which year is this model?
Plaid Shirt Guy It’s a late 2015.
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Thanks for your response. I'm in love with R9Ts and currently looking for one under $9000, which is why I'm looking at pre-owned models from 2015/2016. Thanks again!
@@Akashpagol Good luck with the hunt!
What kind of gloves do you have?
They're Goldtop Short Bobbers - very, very comfortable although devoid of armour. www.goldtop.co.uk/product-page/short-bobber-gloves-brown
Nice vid, got my 9t march this year, i'm in love with my bike too. Again like the paintshop on your bike. Which colour is it?
Thank you - they're such wonderful bikes, aren't they? The paintwork is BMW's Burnt Orange (with some Burnt Orange Flake along the tank centre line and on the front fender).
Yes they r beautiful, there are some things i dont like for example the stock mirrors or the platenumber holder is really ugly-but U never get a perfect Bike. Have to get some parts from wunderlich in the near future. Sry for my english😉
It's my dream bike but unfortunately in India it costs 28000$ :(
Arnab Roy Wow - that’s nuts!
@@GuyOnaBikeMotovlog Yeah it's sad here from BMW India. And the after sales service is a joke. BMW also doesn't respond to customer complaints. Partially due to weak consumer law here.
LoVe It!!!!
Classic = Most Expensive R9T
Thanks - the Classic is a lovely bike but I can see why people opt for the other models too. Such a great range of bikes, and if I was buying again knowing what I know now I'd probably go for the Pure and then customise the shit out of it.
I really don’t know why BMW stick with the silly hard to read speedo in this day and age, got a feeling it’s cost cutting!
Well, I don't mind analogue clocks on a "heritage" bike but I don't know why they can't be legible (like, say, Triumph's)!
I've been 100% convinced that I was going to buy a Moto Guzzi v7 racer generation 2... 100% sure until I saw this bike and now I'm all confused!!! I found one near where I live with about 2,000 mi on it for about $8,500 😉
The Guzzi is a lovely bike, but it has nothing like the power of the R9T. I guess it depends on your riding but on the highways there'd be no comparison.
The Guzzi is a beautiful bike, and it depends on whether you want performance or not. The Guzzi is unfortunately lacking in performance in a huge way. I had a Guzzi Le Mans in the eighties and it was a rocket ship compared to the V7. If performance isn’t a factor, buy the one that appeals to you more when it’s standing still. Take both for a ride and see which you prefer.
Porche uses Brembo calipers rebranded
Good to know :)
It reminds me of the Indian FTR 1200S
I love that bike, as it happens!
I think this is Morrissey reviewing this bike?
I’m not sure that was complimentary, Nancy, but it did make me laugh ☺️
good morning.
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Good review thanks.
Haha - hope you enjoyed it :)
"roads relatively quiet"
20 cars drive past, fucking lol this country
Haha... well, relatively speaking :)
I'm also happy owner of R nineT. Thank you for a great review ! www.motorkari.cz/motorka/?mid=113921&act=fotogalerie&scr=0
Thank yiu very much - enjoy yours! :)
Wrong side of the road!
:)
Nice bike but horrible roads to ride on .
You're not wrong!