BMW RnineT Racer Review
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- Опубліковано 7 бер 2017
- BMW RnineT Racer Review - In this video I review the new BMW RnineT Racer. Taking BMW's highly successful "retro" platform of the RnineT and turning it into a bike inspired by 1970's racing motorcycles. But does the RnineT platform work as a sporty machine? Stay tuned to find out!
Many thanks once again to the guys at Bahnstormer BMW in Maidenhead for letting me borrow the bike for review...
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I just rewatched this out of nostalgia. Your review helped me pull the pin and buy my racer a while back. It's a great well built fun bike. I appreciate the work you put in.
Yes still think it’s a lovely bike - not sure why it didn’t catch on more....I don’t think I’ve seen one on the road!
@@TheMissendenFlyer just reading Bike Magazine (March 2020 edition) and the Racer has been discontinued
@Mike Clarkson Yes i have ridden the BMW R1200S its a great motorcycle
@@TheMissendenFlyer I think it just appeals to anyone over 45ish? That's why you don't see them much. I only found out about them when I saw one in my local 2nd hand bike dealer showroom. Was very impressed with the build quality. Really nice aluminium frame.
@@TheMissendenFlyer I’ve got a Racer too. If you ask me why it failed to sell, I’d chalk it up to the uncomfortable position(especially if you’re not tall) and the fact that, while it can fit two people, it can after you pay around 900€ for the option. Plus, the bike’s target audience is people over 45 that just don’t have the fitness and would much rather sit on the regular Nine T or the Pure than on this one
Always great reviews; very informative and considered; definitely an encouragement to get one!!
Watched this video for months and finally succumbed and went and bought one on your recommendations and I absolutely love it, the ride, the look and the sound. Keep up the great video reviews.
Great stuff Colin - congratulations! By a long margin this is my favourite RnineT based bike yet - just something nuts about that riding position and the way the thing looks....surprised me 'cos I don't usually like that sort of thing (or so I thought)....enjoy.
slowly but surely the weather is getting better and better with every vid your are putting up lately , can't wait for summer to properly arrive
Didn't feel much like summer on the bike riding up to Hinckley this morning!
uk problems^^
TheMissendenFlyer should try a boxer cup rep!I got one!04 plate!lovely!!!😁
I think this the first TMF video I watched and it helped me decide that this was the bike for me. I bought mine two and a half years ago and I can’t see me wanting to change it anytime soon. I think it looks and sounds great and is so stable compared to the airheads I used to ride. I felt at home with the riding position immediately but you need to build up to longer runs, like any bike with clip ons. I’ve never had a fuel gauge on a bike, like somebody else has commented just reset one of your trips every time you fill up. Funnily enough I’ve never found the side stand fiddly but the other day I tried to use the lug and I couldn’t do it, I just move the bottom of the stand with my boot and it’s easy. I don’t want loads of electronics but the ABS has got me out of trouble more than once, great brakes! I love the clocks and the heated grips. It might sound daft but if I could have one thing different it would be to include a digital mph display along with the displays for fuel consumption, voltage etc. 🇬🇧🏍
Just bought one. Chose it over the thruxton R and street tiple RS. The one I rode/bought has helibars 4" riser fitted as standard. Still clears the fairing but brings you more towards a sports-touring position. Here in Australia the sales rep informed me that they don't sell any without them.
I added Helibars before mile #1 myself! Great mod as I often ride 150+ mile days on mine (Z741550) Gallopin' Gertie!
You reckon Helibars would make it easier for someone 6ft 4? Thinking of one just to have a quick 20 mile blast to cafe etc
@@JP-nx9rm I'm 5'9" ish and there's a long reach to helibars. With stock bars I'd be laying on the tank. So yeah, it will make it more comfortable even at 6'4" I think. Leg room may be an issue with the stock pegs unless you're used to sport bikes. I did end up selling mine and getting a striple (moved states, much better sport bike roads here), but I still miss the R9T.
@@jasperwright4690 yeah tried the speed tripple ,loved it ,test riding a street tripple soon .Love the appeal of the boxer twin, I think the Urban GS might be a better fit long term !The roads here in UK are congested with speed traps everywhere so doing high speeds is out question anyway
Your reviews keep getting better, nice job! I test rode the Rnine-T sport and it felt lovely on those golden forks, so connected to the road. Sounds immense too like you said!
Just saw this has the conventional forks, not the USD forks off the S1000R
Yep - although to my insensitive behind the suspension on this felt great - quite plush for a sporty machine...
Another great review TMF! What a beautiful bike!! Certainly one that you'd be almost as happy just looking at it as riding it (almost).
Yeah it very much is a work of art - when I saw it initially in the magazines I decided that it wasn't for me, but I must say the fit and finish in the flesh is lovely and it rides beautifully - I'm now very much a convert....
I wasn't expecting much looking at the cafe racer fairing but when you stepped-off and gave us a side-on, wow! I think it looks sensational. I love the white with 'M' striping as you pointed out. Also the frame and other structures in silver really does it for me. And the shaft-drive stops the rear overtaking the front! Cracking bike imho. And cheaper than I expected too.
Yeah it's a good price isn't it - did you pick up my agriculture comment???
Excellent review of an excellent bike. You could seriously do reviews for a living. You have a good voice and very easy to listen to. Have subbed.
Thank you Jim - welcome along!
My God, I can barely keep up with your reviews. They're coming thick and fast! You are getting tremendous access to the new metal! Keep 'em comin!
I'm trying my best...if only I could convince Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Ducati to lend me their bikes too! ....so maybe not that great access, but I am very grateful to those dealers who are happy for me to ride their bikes (and Triumph for the longer term loans of course)...
TheMissendenFlyer I'd noticed the Euro brand emphasis, but the lack of Ducati metal had slipped by unnoticed. Probably because you have your own 899.
Keep chipping away at it I guess. You might need to travel further afield to find a sympathetic dealer...
Just so many good new bikes out there. They're all good!!!
I will!
Just bought a one off paintjob racer from bahnstormer, love the job they did on it. Your review helped me decide.
This bike looks lovely. I'm not normally a lover of front fairings on old style bikes, but this one looks the biz. keep the blogs coming TMF, there is sod all on tv to watch.
Thank you Bonnie-Voyage100 :0)
Another great review keep the hard work up I'm really enjoying the channel thanks, wouldn't usually be my cup of tea but a really beautiful looking bike.
+Karl K Thanks Karl - not normally my type of bike either but I must admit this one is beautiful in the flesh....
I watched this video before buying one in 2017. I traded it in towards a Goldwing in November 2023 but I miss the racer S. Rewatching this video I’ve just noticed the number plate and realised it’s the actual bike I bought from Bahnstormer in Maidenhead! Great fun bike but about as sensible as owning a horse.
Cool! Lovely looking bike but boy that riding position!!
What a lovely review. Very informative. Excellent stuff
Thank you...
another great TMF production, thank you. Looks like a direct competitor for the thruxton (my dream bike) love the cafe racers, the bikes I used to dream of as a kid
Yes I think it is a worthy competitor to the Thruxton, it is a completely different ride though. The Thruxton would be very easy to live with but the BMW is much more authentic in my eyes....
Paint finish on the walk round looked fantastic. Love the Motorsport colours. Another great review. Picked up my new GSA yesterday basically based on your reviews, so whilst poor old Barnstormers didn't get my business (I live up north!) BMW got another sale based your reviews, and a test ride or course!
Nice one Nick (if only I was on commission and had a fiver for everyone that has told me that!)....enjoy the new bike, awesome bit of kit you have there....
Love your reviews, bought a racer today on looks alone!
Yes a great looking machine - congratulations!
Really good review. Love your vids. Not keen on the fairing but like the looks generally. I'm really envious of those blue skies. Minus 13 here today and snowing. Still we are guaranteed a decent summer. If I was in the market for a new bike I'd have no idea what I would get. So many options.
Yeah I was lucky with the weather on that one - got an hour of half decent stuff! ...and agreed, so many really great bikes at the moment. Hope it warms up for you soon......TMF
I have been looking forward to this review and I have not been disappointed,thks a mill.regrds.
Thank you Bruce, glad it was of interest - really surprised me this one, great bike to ride, real character too....
another great review 👍
cheers Tom
Thanks as ever Tom - appreciated....
Always of interest keep them coming. Saw my first R9T Racer yesterday at the Barry Sheene Memorial Festival of Speed here in Sydney, quite stunning, I'd love a ride. Oh and if you really want to see potholes or twisties you need to come on down under as I'm yet to see any proper winding roads in your vids.
Yeah I'd love to Chris, sadly here in the South East of the UK we don't have great biking roads (with a few exceptions)....now Spring has sprung here in Blighty I'm hoping to get away to some more interesting locations for some touring soon....stay tuned!
Spot on review, collected mine 4 day ago, thoroughly good fun at sensible road speeds!!!!
+Guy Purdy Congratulations! Great machine...
My dream bike! Awesome review!
Lovely bike!
Many thanks for the review!
Glad you liked it!
Superb review , thanks for posting !
Your always very welcome Max!
Great review on a great looking bike. I am looking at getting a new Triump speedmaster or thunderbird storm later in the year as a second bike and was wondering if you have any plans to review them some time. I know cruisers are not everyones cup of tea but would be great to get a review from the best reviewer on youtube
I'd love to but unfortunately Triumph no longer have cruisers on their UK press fleet (which is what I have access too)....I have asked!
Very nice review. Nice to see some sun for you to ride in.
...sadly quite short lived!
Nice review, probably one of the best on this bike which I have decided to purchase and looking forward to picking up here on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. I never test road it but owning several cafe racers in the past I am familiar with the riding position. It will compliment my Moto Guzzi Cali touring 1400 ABS which is a completly different beast as you know,but very similar in the spec's department...very similar features, traction and ABS,drive shaft,similar horse power, and KW's . Also similar torque figures and both are an air cooled twin. Both of course have character as well which the motors are known for. Both a georgous to look at albeit the Guzzi is a much bigger lady with curves to die for and the racer her athletic counterpart from across the boarder.
Thank you again for your reviews.
You'll love it Ricky, bags of character and beautifully made....enjoy...
Beautiful looking bike.
I got to check out the riding position at the BMW display at the Toronto Motorcycle show last month.
Found the riding position to be a little extreme for a daily rider, would be a fantastic second bike.
When I jumped on I thought "hello, this is going to be a problem" but honestly within 400 yards the position felt very natural, just a different sort of bike...thanks for watching and for stopping by - TMF
I have 2500 miles on my rninet racer so far... I love it. You hit all the things I like about it in your vid. Great review. Love this bike!
Lovely machine James eh?
TheMissendenFlyer I just rode it through the back roads of North Carolina and hit the dragons tail! It’s. The bike is such a Unique ride! For what it is I think Bmw nailed it! Ty missendenflyer! Hoping to see a review on the 208 Bmw 1200rt! :) love your vids!
Thanks James - stay tuned!
Great video 😃
I love my racer
The look of this one is way more harmonic in my eyes than the Scrambler and the regular RnineT. On the other versions the tank is verging on being ridiculously large but the fairing really helps with the look on this one. An absolutely gorgeous bike!
Yeah an unusual one isn't it - certainly seems to work, top build quality and a pretty good price I reckon...
Hi again. Well i actually managed to bag a test ride and it felt roomier than the thruxton which i liked. It felt like an 80's bike like an old gixxer 1100 kinda thing. On the way back to the dealers i decided i had to get one! Its in the garage got it yesterday. i enjoy your reviews and appreciate the way you ride 'normally' if you know what i mean. Revving out journo stuff is all well and good but a world away from reality ( for me anyway). Cheers buddy
Thanks J Boy and congratulations on the new bike! I loved the BMW Racer far more than I thought I would, feels like a proper old school bike without being hard to ride, very jealous! ....and thanks for the kind words, I try and be realistic!
Excellent review, thank you!
Thanks for watching....
I just saw one of these a few days ago at my local dealership. Really beautiful bike.
+WestOrange MC Yes they look better in the flesh than in pictures don't they....
Awesome bike. My new favourite. Added to the wish list.
Completely extreme riding position but a lovely thing to look at for sure...
Getting mine on Wednesday, can’t wait 😀
Congratulations!
Greetings from Canada! I really enjoy and appreciate your reviews and motovlogs. I wonder what you think of comparing the RnineT with the Thruxton, and possibly the Street Cup. I have a 1978 SR500 that I've cafe'd, but I would like to move to something smoother and more powerful. The vibes on the SR are giving my nearly senior backside some long distance problems! Keep up the good work Flyer, cheers.
Funnily enough I have a comparison of the Street Cup v the R9T Racer in the can - will upload in due course...stay tuned!
Wow, that was fast! Look forward to seeing the comparo, in due course!
a really enjoyable video.. please keep your hard work up ..
Thank you Stevie, will do, at least until my savings run out!
Lol.. did you ring MCE about your bike insurance.. I got the ducati fireblade and superdream for £453 fully comp .. which I thought was ok ..
I love the look of this bike reminds me so much of the old bevel drive Ducati SS’s of the 1970’s, bikes I lusted after in my teens. And the BMW Motorsport colours remind me so much of the first 800 GS's I’ll probably take a demo when my GSA is in for a service, I love something with character. The GSA is ruthlessly efficient and excellent at what it does but it does lack soul and I never feel totally involved
in riding it but then I’ve just got it so that may come. I liked the 900 ss Ducati’s I bought a Belt drive 900 Supersport many years ago. That was a pig in town first gear to low second gear to high, rattled and clattered like a 1950’s diesel cement mixer, dry clutch that was more of an on/off switch than clutch and you couldn’t go out if it was less than 5 degrees because the carbs iced up and it would cut
out all the time. But as you say full of character and a joy to ride when it went well. So much so I still have the same bike today and its one I will never let go. Enough power (just ) to have fun, still very sweet handling bike and with modern tyres and the engine in a good mood you just can’t help smiling none stop once you are out of town. Sounds fantastic accelerating with the throttle fully open and sounds even better with the throttle fully closed on overrun. Character learn to live with it and you love it.
Exactly - I reckon one of theses and your GSA and you'd have the perfect BMW pairing.....
Its an absolute beauty in my eyes, not been brave enough to test one yet
Excellent review !! Straight forward and practical.... Maybe its just me but watching your vid reminds me of being on the passenger airliner and the captain is taking lol. Sub'd
Hehe, it must be a pilot thing :0)
Much more nicer than the 6 cylinder monster! Nice bike and good video, Thanks!
Cheers Pablo....
Another great review as ever. Was looking for your opinion as I really love the look of this and the local BMW dealer in Brisbane has one that I intend to go and take a look at next weekend or just after, but was worried by the reports that I'd need to visit a chiropractor after every ride. Like you (I guess) I'm probably not as supple as I once was, so need something that won't need pain killers every time I take it out. Surprised that you found it OK. There's a Triumph dealer, along the road from BMW, that has a Thruxton with the café racer fairing on it, which also looks great but the fairing necessitated lower 'bars too. I may try that as well.
Yes I loved the Racer - the riding position is extreme though, so do some stretching before your test ride! A brilliant fun bike but not sure if it would work as your only machine due that riding position - enjoy!
I'm looking forward to taking a look, though not 100% it'll work for me, but we'll see. It'd be my only bike and only used for the 2 hour round trip ride out for a coffee with friends, so not for commuting or long tours. Yeah, I know,.... what a lightweight !!!!
@@dave6467 I'm curious if you ever ended up getting the Racer. I absolutely love the look, but have the debilitating fear all seem to have regarding the riding position. It would also be my only bike if I were to get one. And, of course, I'm having the internal debate on buying the Thruxton R instead (would be trading in a 2009, cafe racer modded Triumph Bonneville).
Hi. You know, I'd forgotten all about that. No I didn't get one in the end. I do, though, own a 1980 Moto Guzzi LeMans Mk2, so you could argue a similar type bike only the genuine thing and just as uncomfortable, but certainly full of class and authenticity. Not sure I'd go for one of the new Triumphs. I did once own a '79 T140D (Bonneville Special) (no I'm not that old as such but like older, genuine classics). I think the new Triumphs lack credibility, or rather authenticity, though as riding machines they're clearly fine bikes. If I had to chose I'd probabaly go for a new Guzzi V7 (biased LOL) or, OK, a Triumph Thruxton.The standard one, not the more expensive option :-). Please don't get a totally fake Bobber :-(
Have to agree with everything you have said. I've had mine for two weeks and it's much better than the some of the parts
Keep testing 👍
Lucky man Arthur - enjoy!
that's my absolutely favorite bike at the par of the thruxton r. i'd love to try it
I think it's a fair bit cheaper than the Thruxton (without checking) too.....
Goldilocks mode, love it! Lovely day for a ride . . .
Yes, I was lucky with that one...
what a beauty !!! and an awesome vid also !!! got to have one so badly ... i never liked the bmw design even known they build some of the best bikes..and even im from germany !!!! .....but this one oh my god..... will call my local bmw dealer tomorrow to place an order !!!! thanks for the nice review
You're welcome GGlitter72 (not the infamous GGlitter surely???)......
That's what I thought - maybe they have the internet in the scrubs...
no not the famous one dude !!!
the set me free about 3 weeks ago Lol
Great review as always! Would you take it over the RnineT as it gets S1000 suspension? Also would the riding position get too much for longer distances?
I've not ridden a "standard" R9T yet so I can't really comment, knowing me I probably wouldn't notice the suspension differences. The riding position would be too much for very long trips I reckon - not generally a tourer this one...
Thank you. Cheers from across the miles!
Thank you for watching all the way under there! :0)
Hi Mr Flyer I went down to Bmw Maidenhead today to have a look at my one of these, as I’m really itching to get one. They unfortunately didn’t have one to test ride so I took out an urban enduro instead. Loved that but my heart is set on the racer, so my question is “do you think you think it’s comfy enough to be able to do a cpl of hundred miles a day on the racer” (on an annual tour) and the rest of time would mainly be commuting?!
Thanks - Simon
That's my style of bike! Nice review. Thanks.
Cheers Martybartfast....
Great review
Thanks Nick, great bike!
The Maidenhead guys are great, I was in there just the other day.
Yes Bahnstormer is a top dealer - certainly one of the best I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with....
Another great video!
Can I have your opinion about how this engine and the riding feel compares to the LC on your GS? I own a 14reg RT and have to say the engine management is a great disappointment.
While the air/oil cooled unit on the NineT is engaging and characterful, the electronics on the LC really ruin the riding experience for me. It feels almost like an electric vehicle.
Thanks again and keep up the good work!
Luis
Well it feels a lot more "characterful" - at standstill the bike rocks form side to side with the torque effect and it sounds great. In terms of response I can't honestly say I noticed any less power than on the LC unit in my GS....thanks for watching - TMF
TMF, I would be interested in your review of the "standard" R9T now that you have ridden the racer & Scrambler. Cheers.
Yes I must try and see if I can get a go on one of those, I'd be interested to see what they're like too - I kind of rode these bikes in the wrong order! Cheers - TMF
A nice day and a COOL bike.
Agreed!
Very smart, do like the way the fairing meets the tank, & the clocks. one question how do you manage to find sunny days? every weekend for me it seams to rain
...the beauty of not having a job - I can pick my moment!
I had a lone bike when my gsa was in for service lovely bike bloody killed my wrists and back of my neck its an animal loved it lol
This tipped me over the edge - IN!
I just love the look of this bike, and seeing that you enjoyed riding it, what would you think of a trade from my street triple to one of these, just that the seating is nothing like the triple ?
Yes you could replace a Street Triple with this if you're just after Sunday afternoon fun - this is more of a posers bike and not nearly as quick as the Streetie, and a completely different riding experience, well worth a go on one if you think it might be for you....it is nothing like a Street Triple though it has to be said......
great
review
Thank you very much ....
I always get a strange thrill when you press record on the iPhone and I get sucked into its view.
beautiful bike and great review,
I'm glad you said that, 'cos I do too when I'm editing these!!
thanks for the review. You are the first English speaking UA-camr to giver to do a review on this bike. Shame you didn't get a chance to go full throttle. Was it speedy also?
Am I? I notice MCN did a feature on the bike today so I'm obviously quite early on this one.....I did go on some faster roads, it's no slouch but it's not in modern sports bike territory....similar to say a Triumph Bonneville T120 type performance I'd say....
Very nice looking machine, and thanks for the great first impression ride.
How does it compare size wise to the Triumph Thruxton?
It feels quite a bit bigger, I don't actually know if it is but the riding position makes you feel like you're lying on it with room to spare - I like the Thruxton but I think this has more character and originality (just my opinion obvs)....
Nice review mate - just a question on the mirrors and if they are movable inwards at the base at all ie for traffic filtering? Have you been doing any flying lately?
These look to be the standard GS type mirrors so I don't think they would be inboardabe (if that makes sense)......and yes, always flying :0)
We need a new version of the R1200S. Come on BMW. Modern, fast, technological boxer for the track...Jesus. Is that too much to ask.
saw the basic one in town jesus its beautiful... couldn't believe they share parts with the GS
Yes they look lovely in the "flesh" don't they....
I just picked one up here in the USA/NJ, to keep my Harley LowRider.S company. BMW is giving over $2000 off this bike, which tells me they won't be making them anymore ??. This is truly one of the better, more original looking bikes out on the road, that will always turn heads, and attract a crowd on Bike nights.
Yes it's a beautiful machine isn't it - if they do stop making them maybe you have an appreciating asset on your hands!
@@TheMissendenFlyer I thought the same thing, And if taken care of, these bikes will run forever. Ride Safe !!
Sat on one of these last week and surprised at how aggressive the riding position was! Of course that was after a 15 mile ride on a 2016 GS :-)
Yes the contrast is quite something isn't it!
Test rode the 2017 standard version over the weekend. I was advised to do so since I test rode the Thruxton R. Both bikes are brilliant. I'm only 5'9" so I was wondering your take on the seating position. Thanks.
I'm shorter than you and got on fine with the R9T Racer - Unusual seating position for sure but not exclusively for giant riders ;0) ...and I agree, both bikes are brilliant..
I appreciate the feedback, sir. You can't go wrong either way in my opinion.
Another excellent video, although I do not like this model very much, I'm going to Nine T, but there are models for all tastes!
Cheers Sergio - and indeed there are!
when I had lone of one i could;dnt find the fuel gauge?
Very cool!!!
...isn't it just!
just bought one 11/3/18, so far so good!
Congratulations!
That is an extremely lovely motorcycle!
BMW have really got it right with the retro thing. These RnineT bikes capture the essence of the 70s and 80s without attempting to replicate bikes from that time. So with these bikes there is no fake crap. That air-intake was never on BMWs from that time, for example, but there is something so right about it.
That riding position with the “clip-ons” is one that many would find comfortable if they try it out for a few hours. At first it seems strange, but after a while it is very nice imho.
The only negatives I can see perhaps are that those “clip-ons” look like they are part of the top triple-clamp in some way and so there is probably no adjustability as there would be with normal clip-ons. Oh, and yes, not having a fuel gauge is just dumb.
But that bike is lovely, lovely, lovely…
Yeah I was surprised how much I liked it - when I first saw it at the NEC I thought "meh, not for me" but now having ridden it, I'm a convert....pretty good value too at around £10K for the basic machine....
A steal at £10k :)
I sat on this bike only this week and when i went to put my foot on where the foot rest was, i was actually resting on the rear brake. Strange position but can't fault the looks mind you.
Yes it is a thing of beauty in the flesh isn't it..
Good review had the Thruxton a couple of years ago, now ride a Harley Davidson Fatbob, can I ask if it's easy to get with, got a test ride on the racer next week, just a little freaked going from one riding position to the racers.
+Lee Marsh Not sure what you mean by "is it easy to get with" Lee??
TheMissendenFlyer sorry what I meant is that will be easy to ride given I'm getting off my feet forward Harley Davidson, just a little nervous riding one out of the city into the country
Another good review. New Triumph Scrambler review please
I'm working on it Alistair - unfortunately Triumph tell me the "proper" journalists have it at the moment and they are far more important than me.... :0)
TheMissendenFlyer Okay mate, look forward to it.
Rambunctious got his Scram review done last week! Are you saying he's a proper journalist now?!?!?
;-)
I know the bike is retro but why that fork?? Rather have the upside down fork. Wonder if it’s a easy switch out?
Fuel gauge is look in the tank. Keeps you mindful.
What is tourque reaction like?
+Paul Wubben quite marked actually, a real sense of rock and roll when you're stationary and pulling away :0)
Great sounding bike, sounds like my old R80s
Yeah it surprised me with how good it did sound....nice machine
A very beautiful bike, and not overpriced. I sat on it at the Intermot Cologne. For me the seating position was far too extreme - and therefore for me the bike is out...
+Toni R Yes it is quite extreme, surprised me at first but also surprised me how soon you get used to it.....
You have reviewed the Triumph Thruxton R in the past. How would you compare this new BMW Racer to the Thruxton R in terms of torque, handling, looks?
Well looks is a subjective thing. The "R" feels very much more like a modern bike to ride, where as the BMW has that elusive "character". The Thruxton goers and handles better but isn't necessarily the one I'd choose!
I wonder if one of these with a set of track spec racing tires could hang with an R6 or some modern racing bike (in factory guise of course).
I suspect it probably could......
This Nine T racer, XJR 1300, Thruxton R racers are my favorite for a coffee racer, the cheapest is the Yamaha without worries of electronic failures by BMW, but it is certainly the most striking, attractive and sure that will always have fans Wherever you go with it.
Yes the BMW is my favourite for overall character for sure....
"No idea where I am. Well, I'm fairly sure I'm in Berkshire..."
Well as long as you can narrow it down... lol
That is a nice looking bike. The screen looked like it was flapping about a bit which I noticed on another video. Did you notice when riding it?
I did notice it but it really wasn't that bad - certainly not as bad as on my GS for example! I think I only noticed it because my head was very close to it compared to other bikes....
The tank is tilted forward as well
Def has a Cafe Racer styling with that long nose and seat... Very pretty bike !!
Agreed, beautiful build quality too.....
Bar end mirrors and a tail tidy would finish that off a treat, aint into retros myself ..... but thats nice !
Yes agreed....
TMF, another great review. I know from watching your review on the Thruxton R that you are not a fan of the cafe racer style, which confused me slightly with this Rnine T Racer review as you seem to love the looks? Personally feel the look of the Rnine T looks a bit plastic against the beautiful Thruxton. Am I missing something?
No you are right, in the main I don't like these cafe racer type machines, but this one has something about it.....I wouldn't say it is as lovely as a Panigale, but it's nice for one of these retro cafe jobbies (only my opinion)....
Thanks TMF, as you have mentioned the Panigale I wonder if this is more sport than cafe racer. I do quite like the silver tank naked version of the Rnine T. I'm not so sold on the boxer engine looks but the bike has great reviews. A number guys have reviewed the Thruxton R and Rnine T together and they seem to compare closely. Each coming put on top depending on the reviewers personal tastes in look.
Hi MF - took an R NINE T Racer out for a demo ride yesterday. At first, I didn't think the riding position was a problem at all - it felt quite good actually - but after 10 minutes, I suddenly became aware my wrists were burning and I didn't know why. I am going back into biking after a 33 year break and my previous bikes (circa 1977-84) were a Suzuki GT 185, Yamaha RD350LC, and Yamaha XJ750 and all had very conformable riding positions - so I'd never experienced sore wrists before! After about an hour my neck was sore, my lower back was beginning to ache and my tendons and wrists were in agony. Mind you, it was a lovely ride apart from that. I took it steady as I'm very rusty having only had a few hours in the saddle with various hire bikes plus instructors to get me orientated back into riding. This morning however, my left hand really aches and I can't close my fingers without pain so I am a bit concerned the clutch might have been too heavy as well? I've ridden a new demo Triumph Thruxton R and 675 Street R recently but had no hand or wrist problems with either bike. I kind-of-knew the Racer would be too extreme but I'm planning on getting a customised NINE T Pure with a fairing and adjustable clip ons for a more relaxed but sporty riding position. I tried sitting up a few inches on the Racer and noticed the pain instantly disappeared. So my only question now is - did you find the clutch heavy at all? If the soreness is really just from a lack of riding (coupled with the extreme riding position), then the clutch will probably just be something I'll get used to in time. I'd be keen to know your thoughts on the clutch? I wonder if they do a quick shifter too?
Dunno if they do a QS for this engine, would be nice. I had no issue with the clutch - I'm used to a much more extreme riding position so I think its just a matter of getting used to it......but if you've been off a bike for 30 years I can understand how you're feeling! Thanks for watching - TMF
Where do you keep finding this nice weather? It's been raining all week and the one day it wasn't I was at work!
Yeah I was lucky with this one - I filmed this on Monday lunchtime(ish) and got a handy break in the weather....
Hmm quite like the look of that.. May have to give BMW a call see if I can try one. Great review as allways like the goldilocks comment :-)
Thank you sir - it definitely grows on you "in the flesh" - it is a lovely put together motorcycle....and thanks for stopping by, great to have a fellow UA-camr on board....all the best - TMF
Hi, how would you compare the riding position to the new Thruxton? Is the Racer heavy on the wrists especially when you are going slowly, say through town? Our BMW dealer doesnt have a Racer demo (yet anyway). I have ridden the Thruxton so can compare that at least. Cheers buddy. Nice video again BTW
The Thruxton is a far less extreme riding position, almost upright with it's "clip-ons" on sort of risers, in contrast the Racer has proper low level bars and you really do lay across the tank. That said it's nowhere near as extreme as (say) my Panigale and I found it very comfortable once I quickly got used to it - very little weight on the wrists....
Thank you. i found the Thruxton ok but not the most comfortable TBH especially at low speeds. If this Racer is even more commited than that then it might not be for me. Nice looking bike tho.....
No you'll probably want to give this a miss then!
Beaut - how did it feel at low speeds? I've heard the NineT's can be a bit jerky going slow around town?
Oh - would you take this or the Thruxton R?
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Handled great at low speeds - the Thruxton is a great bike, but personally I'd probably take this, more character, at least as good build quality, no fake carbs or any of that nonsense. It is just a matter of personal taste of course...the Thruxton feels more like a modern bike when you ride it...this feels "old school" but in a good way....
A little too retro racy for me. I can tell by the vid how good that suspension is. Wish Triumph had used it on my Thruxton.
I don't get the fairing thing on sport bikes. Obviously, to race, one needs to tuck in for best aerodynamics to maximize speed, but on the road, I want that wind pushing on my chest and keeping the weight off my wrists. Particularly on a hunched over bike like this.
Would have loved to see this color scheme on the R9T Pure with the spoked wheels from the standard.
In any event, always enjoy your vids!
Thank you saddlebag!