Is It Worth Buying The Updated BMW R Nine T?

[@chadkline4268]

Hardly ever mentioned, yet one of the greatest things about boxers, is how the cylinders protect the feet, legs, and bike when the bike lays down on the side. They also keep the lower legs warm.

[@SamVBikes]

Very true! I suppose you don't think about it until you get off it on a cold/wet ride and realise the bottom of your legs are drier than the rest if you!

[@charlesnoble9197]

I rode a R Nine T yesterday when the BMW test bike truck was at the Nashville TN dealer. I was very impressed with how responsive the engine was compared to my heavier RT and how quick the handling was. Because I like to ride more than twenty or thirty miles at a stretch, the seat is the largest personal negative, but for a short trips, the bike is outstanding. For me, the other naked bike that is barrels of smiles to ride is the Speed Twin, but that bike has a chain drive and no cruise control, but then again, a cruise control isn’t of great need on a short-trip fun machine.

[@SamVBikes]

Agreed! Any of these type of bikes don't have a great seat for any length of time sat in one position. More than comfortable enough if you're moving around on back roads though and those short stints on the motorway. I'm yet to get on the Speed Twin. Ridden the T120 but need to get my leg over a Speed Twin! Thanks for watching

[@garrett1144]

So for anyone who thinks the boxer engine on the R nineT is too disruptive, I got to drive one after driving an RT, RS and GS. I thought about the comments when I first got one the bike and when I started it, I thought... that was awesome! I love the way it felt, like an old muscle car but refined. I drove it for 30 minutes and I couldn't belive how much I enjoyed driving this motorcycle. I love how the refinement meets the raw feeling of a naked/cafe bike dynamic.

[@SamVBikes]

Definitely agree! It makes the bike so much more fun to ride!

[@TerraMagnus]

Trip odometer is all the fuel gauge you need mate.

[@marcusrichardson3472]

Just stumbled onto this vid. I bought one 2 weeks ago and love it. It is quiet, especially around town. Only really hear it beyond 5k revs. The handling is so sweet and as you say on the motorway it’s clean air with no turbulence so can manage long stints. I’m loving the LED front light, my one ‘corners’ too at night which is useful. No fuel gauge but that’s down to the tank shape apparently. Counting up the miles is easy enough though so don’t miss it. Good review, thanks

[@SamVBikes]

Amazing! Congratulations on the new bike. Such a great bike to own. Thanks for watching

[@elithegreat6463]

I just got the Black & Silver/w Red Frame 719 model of this Bike, all I do is just sit and look at it, it’s Stunning. 👍

[@SamVBikes]

The 719 paint schemes are so nice! The one I nearly bought was the 719 in green, brushed metal with the gold pinstripe. Beautiful thing!

[@flatcapcaferacer]

I've had a R9T/5 for just over 2 years and about 7500 miles. I think my stocker sounds great and pretty quick in the quarter mile. I have a Thruxton R too and both are excellent to ride and perform well above expected. I have videos of quarter mile runs and my experience over my ownership.

[@SamVBikes]

Nice! Will take a look. The previous gen bikes did sound better but the new one is a bit more muted. Love them though

[@mwng5186]

Yeah mate...Ive just got one....and oh what a surprise and joy the cruise control is.....riding no handed!!! MArvelous

[@SamVBikes]

Haha! It's surprisingly useful isn't it.. especially after a day of playing on the twisties, then have the motorway home

[@ollierai2198]

brilliant video, and was the sole reason I purchased an R9T thank you

[@SamVBikes]

Anything for you Oliver Jokes aside... I bloody adore these things

[@ollierai2198]

@SamVBikes 🤣🤣, yeah me too, my only negative is you have to take the tank off to access the battery 😅

[@SamVBikes]

Won't need to worry about that.. it's not a Honda and doesn't have the BMW datatool 😂😂😂

[@ollierai2198]

@SamVBikes yeah but it's a faff and I want heated clothing ect... so it'll wait for the depth of winter 🤣

[@SamVBikes]

I thought you Northerners were meant to be tough!

[@chrislecouteur2360]

I've own one it's a beautiful beautiful beautiful bike .... The only thing that's let's it down is a ..... FUEL GAUGE ..... There is no F ING fuel gauge one day 170 next day 130 by the time fuel light is on you only have 30 miles

[@SamVBikes]

I'm really surprised they didn't add one to this model! In theory it would be relatively simple and should be easy to add to the screen too, even if you had to toggle through a menu to get to it!

[@chrislecouteur2360]

Total easy for them to do .... i have gs but do love the R9T if it had a fuel gauge would buy one tomorrow + plus keep the gs. As other half never goes out into the garage as she does not like spider's lol

[@SamVBikes]

Hahaha! Sounds the same so as long as you leave early in the morning, she will never know 😂

[@seba0079]

I resent the partial km counter / odometer every time I fuel up... not the ideal solution but it works (had a panigale and an 848 prior and had the same issue)

[@burtblahnik6074]

Love my 2021 the torque the looks and the great handling and brakes

[@SamVBikes]

I keep toying with buying one haha! Every time I see one I'm tempted haha

[@c.g.c2067]

Before taking a final decision I'd like to give the new Guzzi twin cam liquid cooled engine a good try and see what it's all about

[@SamVBikes]

That does look very enticing! Would love to give one a go myself

[@c.g.c2067]

@@SamVBikes Guzzi V100 Mandello

[@SamVBikes]

Yes! I love the green colour!

[@c.g.c2067]

I don’t like the colour scheme but I do like the overall design of the bike quite frankly. And the engine looks promising

[@ivicavucic5222]

Have 15 and love it.

[@rusipathan]

Test rode NineTs during the Motorrad demo tour and what a disappointment it was. The engine is okay for puttering at 50-60 mph but the chassis doesn't inspire confidence at all. The R1250R is significantly better in every way, except the looks. BMW should restyle it like the NineT.

[@SamVBikes]

Ahh really! That's a shame you didn't like it. I enjoy a bike that's a bit more lively so agree it's not for everyone! The 1250R is definitely a more sure-footed bike!

[@rosstinelli]

Great video mate ! I bought a 2015 model, euro 3 with 30000km. Great bike, love it. Very basic bike but very rewarding. Last owner removed the exhausted valve and changed the system. Sounds absolutely fantastic. Motogadget dash too ! Love it

[@SamVBikes]

Ahhh that sounds soo good!! I've never got off one without a massive smile on my face! Very jealous haha!

[@gtx332]

Euro 5 has just added more restrictive junk that you need to pull off. Save yourself the money and get the original , spend the rest on upgrades. The older ones sound better stock, and have a bit more power.

[@kowalski2334]

if you already have an rninet it is not worth it to "upgrade" at all imo and even if you think of buying into the r9t range i would still buy an euro 4 or 3 model, save some bucks and invest them into a good suspension or other mods.

[@SamVBikes]

I agree, it's worth buying one of these if you're looking at an R9T but if you already have one it's not worth the 13.5k to upgrade for cruise and some other small features!

[@barryrose4850]

Your making me get my check book out bruv!!! Great vid. Good luck

[@SamVBikes]

Haha! It's always needed! Enjoy!

[@regislacomme5238]

Great fun review, thank you so much, I like your enthusiasm!!... been a long time BMW fan, had many of them from GS 1200 LC, K1600GT, S1000 R, GSA 1250 and now the fabulous 021 S 1000 XR.... but the R Nine T has been in my mind for a long time, funny enough more so than the R 1250 R, ...perhaps because of its looks and simplicity... so thx, your vid confirms what I thought....I will have to wait a bit since in South Africa Motorrad is still selling the previous model, before E5... here GS and GSA are KINGS, latest models indeed.... but personnally I prefer tarmac/asphalt road bikes.... time for the R Nine T 2021/22 as soon as she arrives on our shores....Thanks a lot, greetings from Still Bay , South Africa.

[@SamVBikes]

Thank you! It's an awesome bike and I definitely am considering one for my garage too! Ride safe!

[@szlaeyer22]

have you ridden the old 9T? I have one and people are saying that this new one has had its character eviscerated due to the Euro5 compliance. Don't think I'll be able to test it before winter sets in, but it definitely deserves a comparison

[@SamVBikes]

It's still very much an R Nine T, but it's not as much of an experience to ride. Like I said in the ride, not entirely sure if that's to do with the lack of Akrapovic exhaust too. It's still a great bike though

[@domd2304]

I have a 2020 Euro 4 and rode a 2021 Euro 5 as a loaner while mine was getting serviced. The Euro 5 felt hugely dissapointing coming straight off my euro 4. This is down to a few things - 1. The ride by wire throttle feels like a flimsy plastic toy throttle with no feedback and way too light - really feels terrible, cheap and toy like. The throttle response off idle is also worse and it's more snatchy off idle. 2. The noise, or lack thereoff from the exhaust. 3. Less vibration and character from the engine, 4. Way less engine braking - those 4 things together make the experience hugely less engaging and make the bike feel very bland and toy-like by comparison. In addition, it reminded me how bad the stock mirrors are, how high and swept back the bars are, and how low the seat is - really makes you feel super upright like sitting at a desk, and on top of rather than in the bike. This is easily sorted with aftermarket lower bars and better mirrors (rizoma sky r 80mm bar end mirrors are sooo much more functional) and less easily by raising the rear end 25-30mm with a better rear shock.

[@SamVBikes]

Interesting to hear! I've ridden the euro 4 bike a number of times and the new bike definitely felt a lot more muted. I suppose you could sort some of it with an aftermarket exhaust and bars/Mirrors like you say, but that Throttle response would only be a remap to solve

[@domd2304]

@@SamVBikes yeah you could sort out most of it most likely (if you feel the need to - some might prefer it I guess). But moreso than the throttle response I feel BMW did a very poor job of the mechanical feel (or lack of) of the throttle - other manufacturers do a much better job of tuning that feel with various springs, and magnets etc to get a closer feel to an actual mechanical/cable throttle.

[@SamVBikes]

I suppose it also depends what you're using the bike for. The cruise control is a useful thing, but if you're not going to miss it, save yourself £5k+ and buy a year old 2nd hand euro 4 bike! Use that money to buy exhausts, new Headlights etc

[@simluc613]

Hallo brother may i ask you how much you cost an average service ( oil change and all ) and how often need service... thankyou safe ride and bless

[@SamVBikes]

Hello! The service intervals are every 6,000Miles/10,000Km - Not sure how much it would cost as that depends on the dealer and location! Worth calling your dealer. Ride safe!

[@martyn_g]

Waiting for approval of my finance. Fingers crossed

[@irakli_chkhenkeli]

Hey bro. Thank u for such amazing informational video. Can u give me link of the jacket that u are wearing? Or what is the brand name?

[@SamVBikes]

No problem! It's a Richa Daytona 60s jacket! I love it!

[@perryburns6515]

Nice review Sam! Really want to have a test ride but hard to find a demo where I am atm. How does the acceleration and handling compare to the 1290 SAS?

[@SamVBikes]

Thanks! They are great bikes. It's still quick and handles well but a completely different experience to the SAS. You feel like you're going a lot quicker on this due to the lack of wind protection!

[@MrSilus2000]

Fuel gauges are too modern bro.

[@SamVBikes]

😂😂

[@oneononehiggo7921]

Great looking bike ,is it good for lane splitting?

[@SamVBikes]

It is isnt it! Yes it's surprisingly good. It is quite wide but because all the weight is down low, it's really balanced

[@michaelmclarney1994]

Nice bike Sam, another good review. I have only sat on one and quite liked it. It was the sport model with M series colour scheme, which I thought looked really cool.

[@SamVBikes]

Thanks bud! Definitely worth a ride if you can get time. They are great bikes and make you feel really cool too haha

[@michaelmclarney1994]

@@SamVBikes not even that bike could make me look cool 😂

[@SamVBikes]

Its nice to think it can though 😂

[@michaelmclarney1994]

@@SamVBikes The coolest I felt on a bike was the diavel, a couple of weeks back. Even then, if I had the shades and jacket I would be like the last Arnie in Poundland! 😂

[@michaelmclarney1994]

@@SamVBikes The coolest I felt on a bike was the diavel, a couple of weeks back. Even then, if I had the shades and jacket I would be like the last Arnie in Poundland! 😂

[@roverroko306]

It's way more refined than any parallel twin, it's just a different concept man, plus it's a way better engine that's in a whole different league than P-twin's !¨Don't get me wrong I love the Twin's as well, British bikes are awesome, and one day I would get a Royal Enfield Int 650 just to have a cool British type bike. But Triumph's and all British bikes, all bikes in this world, got nothing on a BMW. BMW is in a league of it's own.. Bikes and Car's alike!

[@SamVBikes]

Ahh I agree! I love these bikes. The boxer engine is definitely an acquired taste. Some people love it and some hate it. I really like the theatre that it comes with! Plus it's different to most on the market. Thanks for watching

[@petermiller8634]

Gr8 review & I really want one....👍

[@SamVBikes]

Thank you! Cracking bit of kit 👌🏼

[@mowler8042]

If BMW was smart they would have put a fuel gauge on this bike its the only reason why I keep looking at what I could get that is similar that has a fuel gauge. (I own a 2017 and love it wish it had a fuel gauge).

[@SamVBikes]

I have no idea why they don't! To me, that would make FAR more sense than rider modes. Although, If I bought one, I'd be tempted to go full custom with the visible fuel tube on the side to see fuel level. They look so cool!

[@mowler8042]

@@SamVBikes I have actually thought about that...seen those on vintage motorcycles it would look very cool.

[@SamVBikes]

@@mowler8042 Bet it's pricey to do, but definitely looks great!

[@mowler8042]

@@SamVBikes I wasn't going to reply but I watched this video and the guy shows a tube type and also what I think is cool a sight glass...kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2PYYWyngLqlY5o

[@SamVBikes]

Nice to have a few options!

[@JP1970]

Great video--I am considering this bike in a 2017, but I'm not sure if that would be a mistake. It would be nice to have cruise, but It does have the heated grips. This would be a second bike for me to add to my 2018 Gold Wing. What do you think? Liked and subbed!

[@SamVBikes]

Thank you for the like and sub! The 2017 model is a cracking bike, with arguably more character as its not being strangled by the euro5 regs. Thats the model year that really got me debating buying one. If you have it as a 2nd bike, you won't miss the cruise or rider modes etc. The headlight etc you can change if you really want to. Hope that helps!

[@NYCZ31]

RNineT is a great "in and around town" bike. Would make a great counterpart to your transcontinental touring bike

[@JP1970]

@@NYCZ31 thank you very much-I bought a 2022 Kawasaki KLR instead…😀😀 maybe down the road, there will be a BMW in my life but not yet. Thanks again for your input!

[@paulbrook2459]

Nice video 👍

[@SamVBikes]

Cheers Paul!

[@davidrodgers3018]

Seeing it has no fuel gauge does it have a fuel warning light?

[@SamVBikes]

Yes it does but it doesn't give you many miles before it's dry!

[@jonelvidge9191]

You should have bought one ! Love my UGS

[@SamVBikes]

I'm still very tempted! Love them!

[@jonelvidge9191]

PM me if you want a thrash on my UGS, I’m only the east side of Ware. Fun to watch you bimble through Hertford and Ware. Believe me when I say these thing really hustle when you want them to 🏍

[@SamVBikes]

Might take you up on that at some point! I have to say, yours looked really good when I saw it at BS. Such an experience to ride!

[@irvinmartin9259]

So, you liked it then?

[@SamVBikes]

Haha could you tell! Great bikes

[@buythetickettaketheride9080]

Were they drunk when they painted the lane markers?

[@SamVBikes]

Haha quite possibly!

[@surferdude642]

It looks like it, but the zigzag lines on UK roads have some meaning.

[@iain777uk]

Just put a deposit on a 2017 pure.

[@SamVBikes]

Congrats! Beautiful bike, and perfect for starting mods

[@PInk77W1]

One of the best bikes ever One of the worst names ever

[@SamVBikes]

Haha! With a thousand ways of writing it and saying it!

[@PInk77W1]

@@SamVBikes just call it a BMW 1170 for crying out loud. LoL