Is this BMW's most beautiful bike ?

BMW RnineT, maybe the ultimate "Alternative to a classic"

[@savage22bolt32]

I've been lucky to visit England twice, & I absolutely love the architecture and old buildings. USA isn't old enough to have some of the places I visited.

[@dominicfazio2793]

Very nice machine. I have a 1978 R100/7 . Love BMW

[@olgi2068]

719 was a number used for special projects in the Berlin BMW Motorrad quarters. Now, BMW denotes special parts as 719.

[@waynec9923]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder as they say , it looks to me like it was beaten to death with a ugly stick but dose have a brutish charm

[@malcolmpatton9314]

Great review thanks

[@dannyhampshire9077]

Once again really enjoyed it

[@GapBahnDirk]

Very nice!👍👍 I will keep the modified Interceptor as my air-cooled all rounder though.

[@claretbuck1882]

Awesome bud cheers 👍🏻

[@simonbirt6121]

Not a huge BMW fan road a couple of them in the late 70s as a courier, maybe that is why. I agree what a great looking bike, sounds great and doesn’t look like a tank.

[@drdoolittle5724]

Had to watch because of You Guys, but started shaking my head straight away when I saw the cramped riding position - those days long gone! Though, if BM would 'copy' the Kawasaki Vulcan riding position/flexibility/feet adjustment, Us 'inflexibles' would love that motor!!! Thanks again!

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

I think the problem with that is the same as they have with the R18 ie the boxer configuration dosent really suit the feet forward riding position Thanks for watching

[@a13bkd62]

Great review Mike and I agree with you re the exhaust note. Something more practical...really...a bike should stir the soul and maybe then be able to do 'stuff', practical can wait :-) Cheers

[@moddude101]

I bought the R9T/5. Mostly based on its looks. But it rides very well and I love the feel of the motor It reminds me of my old R65 that I still have. To me the bike is very smooth compared to the Buell I used to have, which I missed dearly. You guys should take a Buell out. But it is also a bike that takes time to grow on you. I thought that bike was very beautiful My XB9SX. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. And if I had to choose the most beautiful bike it would be really tough. But my /5 is up there.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

We have a Buell tube frame in the pipeline that I am looking forward to I also have access to a Ulysses that I will take for a spin

[@rob2475]

Nice video again Mike. That’s a bike I’ve also always fancied having a go on. Such a great looking bike, and yes, what a great sound! Did my heart good to see Chester streets again 😢. …Just one thing Mike, where are you looking in the intro!! Man oh man, just look at the lens! 😜 Well done Mike. Looking forward to the next one.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Thanks Rob. Actually I have an on camera monitor that I am using for the first time and looking at myself above the camera I noticed that also. Will have to cop on to myself 👍

[@rob2475]

@@LemonDrizzleGang Well I know you’re a great looking guy and all that but there’s a time and place 🤣

[@francesbryce5211]

I actually looked at one today when I went to look at the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650. Beautiful looking bike but the seat turned me off as I do long distance touring every year. Keep up the great videos. Mark from Australia

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Yes I forgot to mention in the video the seat feels like it was fashioned out of mahogany

[@garethjones8636]

Another great video Mike ,stunning looking bike mate ,I prefer the twin seat looks but that's just for practical reasons .next years restyled model doesn't look anything like as good. Would love to try one on the roads of mid Wales . Akra exhaust sound very fruity but not too extreme. it's on my shortlist of retirement bikes.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Thanks Fraz, that rear hump just pops off revealing the dual seat You should test ride one lovely motor if I get an R1200r which I am planning to you are more than welcome to have a go

[@charlesemerson6763]

I tried a 2022 GS 1250 Trophy and a GSA 1250 Triple Black. While I found them competent machines they didn't real do anything for me. Likewise the XR didn't really move me. My dealer got in a 2022 R1250RS and that did it. The RS ticked all the boxes and came with all the bells and whistles with the 719 option and the luggage. No problem with power on this bike although the quick shifter/blipper isn't really a first to second gear thing, bit clunky . After 2nd though no problems. In Oz most BMWs come with all the packs so when you get the bike its the same as the one you tested.

[@gretchensghost]

I had an Urban GS. The engine, as you say was an absolute beauty. The suspension was dismal and ruined otherwise keeper of a bike. That and a cracked engine casing, leaking crank seals and a main dealer attention to detail and mechanical aptitude in the re assemblage of the bike that bordered on the farcical. In the end, I had a word with myself and returned to the GS world. I would like another bash on a 9T though.

[@waveydavey750]

Nice "quick and dirty" (and wet) review Mike. I rode an Urban T for an afternoon and agree with pretty much every comment. I didn't find the riding position too cramped but then I am shorter than you and much fitter and younger of course. Apart from the lack of weather protection, the only thing that put me off it was the seat, not really comfy enough for longer rides in my opinion. Looks wise I LOVED the Racer but the riding position!!

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Shorter, fitter, younger and a riding god as well 👍

[@PhilbyFavourites]

You guys should try the first water cooled BMW R1200R, it had the red frame and white tank and was physically so much larger than the nine T models. It was a great bike x as ever I sold it and got something different (R1250GS) and always look back on it fondly.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

That is good to hear I am seriously considering replacing my Multistrada with an R1200R WC how did you find the footrest position ?

[@PhilbyFavourites]

@@LemonDrizzleGangmorning, just watched the whole video while doing the washing up lol. So the R1200R… I had it for two years and I only sold it when I dropped it into my local BMW Shop (Alton, in Hampshire) for a service three years ago and the very canny salesman gave me a 1250GS as a courtesy bike… I I sold the 1200 and bought a an 18 month old 1250 a week later! I’m 6’3” and with long legs. And sat in the R I could reach down with my hand and touch my heel. It was a little cramped. But it was a stunning bike. I mean perfectly capable in every way. So I joked with the salesman that I spent an extra £9K for 11 more hp. But it was worth it in my eyes and wallet. Get the red framed white tanked R1200R and you won’t regret it. They aren’t a GS and thus they are incredibly good value. Anyhting to look out for? Not that I can think of, check the electronics and service history and you’re away 👍🏻👍🏻🤓 Great set of videos btw 🤓🤓🤓👍🏻

[@PAGallagher]

Good video but shame about the rain 😁 The R9T certainly is a great looking machine and I was sorely tempted back in 2015 but then I rode the new R1200R (water/air cooled) with usd forks. 8 years on and I can't find anything to replace it ........ I love it. Comfort wise, it's an all day bike and I regularly see 68mpg on long rides up through Wales but not as pretty as the R9T. You mentioned 'shift cam', have they actually put that on the R9T now? I thought it was only on the R1250s? Anyway, I can certainly recommend the R1200R (2015 onwards) it's a majestic beast that'll test your arm ligaments when you open it up. I did ride the R1200RS which is essentially the same bike but they've modified the front fork bottom wheel brackets to make the bike slower steering but more stable at higher speeds ....... I preferred the 'R' handling. Enjoying your videos, cheers, Phil

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

No the R9T has the Twin Cam I have a test ride booked on the R1250R really looking forward to it

[@clivebrealey6795]

It's one of the few BMW's built for people that aren't 6ft and/or 17st rugby players. It was named the R Nine T for BMW's ninetieth birthday - Nine-T, see?

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

And a nod to the R90 the first of the sporting BMWs

[@PhilbyFavourites]

At 6’3” and 100kgs I’ve always hated rugby, but enjoyed being able to look over the crowd. Buying bikes has been an interesting exercise in life since that first FS1-E back in 1975. It was the sports bikes that did for me, in fairness I’ve never owned one as the need for a penis enhancer was not what I needed and speed was never high on my list. Think go karting and at 100kg whatever skill you have you will be beaten by the lighter and thus smaller guy. Just a final amusing tale from the taller side of the tracks. As a regular tyre kicker at the NEC Bike Show a friend and I (he was a tall bit too) would regularly stroll onto the Honda stand and straddle the incredibly cramped (but fast and agile) Honda Fireblade. Now each one of us looked a touch too large for the bike (I’m being nice here), but then we would point out the pillion seat and the rear foot pegs in a rather loud manner. Then the other would clamber onto the back seat behind the rider. Now that was a look verging on the pornographic…… But in fairness the pillion had an unparalleled view of the road ahead and it would have been a great touring perch if ever you could have put more than a handkerchief of luggage on it. I’ll wrap it up by saying my 1250GS is a blissfully comfortable and capable weapon, I can touch the floor flat footed and it gives me Range Rover (I actually don’t like them…) like vision over the masses. And I still don’t like rugby…

[@clivebrealey6795]

@@PhilbyFavourites I went for the R1200R - so I can flat-foot it - but with the same engine we both get that lovely low end torque. The 1200GS I tried was not so intimidating once off the main stand, and comfortable too. I've never had a sport bike either, and I do remember the Fizzys , but I bought a Yamaha 100 (1974) for the (little) extra power and the lack of pedals! 😀

[@timparish172]

It certainly is! Fantastic looking bike, the upcoming R12 NineT doesn’t hold a candle to it!

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

I agree thanks for commenting 👍

[@sandrastyler5481]

Hi Mike great review , what a bike , but do you now have another classic alternative after selling your old 2007 guzzi ? , So many great bikes to choose from l have MK2 and MK3 Norton commandos which you seemed to like , keep up the fantastic work , all the best , Don.

[@classicraceruk1337]

You six footers complaining make me laugh, try being 5ft 2 inches then you know what problems are!!!!!! Would have been nice to hear it at higher revs in the lower gears. It did sound great.

[@patrickkohlman2059]

So, how are you doing Mike? hope you have recovered. We all miss your comments and the beautiful English countryside.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

I am a lot better now thanks Out filming next week really just waiting on the weather its been a very wet winter and its just miserable filmi g in the wet Also with the classic bikes we dont want them on filthy roads Appreciate your interest 👍

[@patrickkohlman2059]

So Glad to hear it. I've had my own issues as well but the joy I get from riding makes me want to persevere. The weather here too is cold and wet, but when I have a rare nice day, I get the bike out and go for a ride.@@LemonDrizzleGang

[@sl-pw1os]

Not shure, I got it right: Did you say the engine has the shiftcam technology? I think not. It is the "old" 1200 air/oil cooled engine, shiftcam was introduced with the 1250 (water cooled). Cheers

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

No that engine is the aircooled TWIN cam engine that predated the 1200 Watercooled The Shift Cam was the next iteration in the 1250 My comment was I preferred the feel of the TWIN cam even though it is about 25bhp down on the SHIFT cam 👍

[@sl-pw1os]

@@LemonDrizzleGang ok, now I got it, thanks

[@TN-D18]

Any toaster has entered chat. 😉

[@barrettwbenton]

First NineT knocked it outta the park for me with its looks. Don't feel they've surpassed it since. This one's not bad, but not quite a match.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Totally agree nothing has surpassed the first black one

[@philhawley1219]

@@LemonDrizzleGang Not a good looking bike at all. BMW designed some good looking cars in the 70's but their bikes were fuddy duddy until the R90S and the beautiful R100 RS. Since then everything they have made irrespective of the number of wheels appears contrived and pretentious. Please don't think I am making your usually excellent videos appear to be a futile waste of time. Don't forget somewhere in a factory in Germany some poor sod is fitting indicators to BMW cars.

[@robertlindstrom540]

Sehr gut 🙂 plus I can also order a beer in german. It is a good looking bike, though. Ridiculously expensive for what it is in my opinion.

[@Ian-xt1mb]

I own a K1200R, have you tried one? A beast!

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Yes I rode the first one in Australia many years ago

[@timparish172]

To be accurate, the R NineT does not use the shift-cam motor, it uses the motor from the older R1200 line.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Go back and watch again as that is exactly what I say in the video The RNineT has the Twin Cam motor The Shift Cam is the R1250 motors

[@timparish172]

@@LemonDrizzleGang sorry, my mistake!

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Sorry didnt mean that to come accros sarkey

[@johngretzer6956]

You can keep your 4 cylinder engines. 2 and 3 cylinder for me. 👍

[@jiltedjohn9294]

Ginger stepson it is

[@dennisgreene5055]

no, that would be the R100S spoke wheel version

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Have you seen our videos on the R90S ?

[@dennisgreene5055]

yup, you make great videos!!@@LemonDrizzleGang

[@fasteddy3661]

I had a R NineT Scrambler with Ohlins front and rear and the optional rev counter. Standard equipped with Akrapovic exhausts. I did not like the bike at all. Hated the sound. Funnily enough I have the same air-head engine with 110 hp in my GS, which I do like very much; I even like the sound (I like my Moto Guzzi V85TT Centenario even better though).. I greatly prefer the Moto Guzzi V7 850 over the R NineT, although it is actually in a 'lower' class. That doesn't mean I don't like BMW's, I have a 1956 R50 and a 1970 R60/5 which I like very much for pottering about, but the R NineT just did not do it for me (just as I don't like the liquid-cooled GS's)

[@sspirito3130]

The Guzzi V7 850 is a stunning bike, I am waiting for a test ride at the dealership. Just curious, why do you think the Guzzi is a better bike compared to the R Nine T?

[@bernibeckmann9753]

Not even maybe. The bland base model looks way better.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

i agree TBH

[@T3-RIDER]

The pure version does look the part, but the urban gs is the best version of the rninet series

[@bernibeckmann9753]

@@T3-RIDER Wouldn't the version with the best technology be the best version? The Urban GS is weighted toward style over function. If style and cool is your metric then yes the Urban GS is probably the best but that also requires one go along with the joke.

[@roverchap]

I can't say that this is a good-looking bike. I must be off the trend as I find very few modern bikes attractive, other than retros. With this design there 's too much going on in terms of shapes and patterns, little for the eye to settle on, no flowing lines to follow. It's a mess of haphazard shapes and panel blocks. Spoked wheels look out of place on such a machine. If you want an interesting attractive BMW take a look back at the K100RS from 1983/4. This was a radical and controversial design, a bold move away from the boxer twin and into the futuristic Duran Duran techno-world of the 1980s. Big blocks of alloy flow from the lie-flat engine to rear differential, big blocks of same colour panelling, minimal badging, hex-web wheels.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

I had a K100rs on loan for a while when my GS was having a clutch replacement It was a good bike to ride

[@CactusforceX]

why do all these modern bikes have a back end that looks like a mosquitos arse? I just dont get it

[@Aitch412]

So to sum up... the clocks are unreadable, the seating and ergonomics are cramped and the suspension is harsh and crashy... but its a great bike... errrrm....???😛🤣

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Handles great superb engine and sound Tons of character looks fantastic to my eyes Yep great bike that has some faults Maybe you are a Honda man at heart Harry 🤣👍

[@Aitch412]

@@LemonDrizzleGang eerm nope... Triumph... 1200 Bobber here, the last bike a Thunderbird Sport, and before that, a Daytona T595... Honda...? How very dare you...😛🤣

[@graemesydney38]

"Is this BMW's most beautiful bike ?" - sorry, not even close.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

I agree TBH What is your favourite BMW looks wise ?

[@savage22bolt32]

I'm a classic bike lover. New bikes from every country seem to be under control of the stylist, not the engineer. That said, this one ain't too bad looking. It could grow on me. I bet its a hoot to ride!

[@savage22bolt32]

BTW, my old 1971 Bonny used to run best on rainy days!

[@Paul-kp1tu]

I had a r1200r 2015, nice to ride, too heavy. But this might be a good bike but it is in no way attractive. Certainly compared to most other older BMWs.

[@darrellkinkade9205]

Sorry but, "BMW & beautiful" should NOT be used in the same sentence. BMWs are the camel of the equine family... Now Triumphs, well that's another story!

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Old triumphs I agree not so much the newer ones

[@olethorhermansen5696]

I don't know why motorcycle manufacturers keep using these golden fork legs, personally I think they look awful. Upside down forks are not revolutionary anymore, so there's no need to highlight them with a color that doesn't match anything else on the bike. BMW's most beautiful bike is and always will be the R90S.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Have you seen our two R90S videos ? I agree the R90s is the best looking BMW

[@olethorhermansen5696]

@@LemonDrizzleGang Yes indeed, I have watched most of your videos, I like them a lot. That Daytona Orange on the R90S is the most gorgeous paintjob ever on a motorcycle!

[@leiferiklangvand9888]

No! This is not BMWs most beautiful bike.

[@gerrydrummond3287]

No

[@assessor1276]

Most beautiful….not on your life! Check out the 1977-84 R100RS…..pure poetry in motion.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Its a rhetorical question check out our videos on the R90s on the channel that is my favourite

[@karlbishop7481]

I was going to post that the R100RS was the most beautiful BMW ever but you beat me to it. This bike is pretty much fugly. As far as current day beautiful bikes go Moto Guzzi has everyone beat, Triumph a close second.

[@BunyipToldMe]

Narrating a video whilst eating a Ferrero Rochet is very annoying. All that lip smacking.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Mic was too close apologies for not providing pro level audio

[@morri03]

Just a pity it sounds like a fart in a tin can.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

I liked this one I had an R1100s with full remus system and that sounded like it had severe flatulence

[@philipjackson5818]

Oh god no, it's so ugly.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

Which one do you think is the best looking ? 👍

[@philipjackson5818]

@@LemonDrizzleGang The original BMW R90S in burned orange.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

@@philipjackson5818 have you seen our 2 videos where we feature a burnt orange R90S oh and I agree with you 👍

[@philipjackson5818]

@@LemonDrizzleGang no not seen those, I have an R80/7 that I have been shall we say been tidying up, only has 54000 miles on the clock, was thinking of making it a replica R90S but getting the part's for it here in NZ is very expensive.

[@LemonDrizzleGang]

@@philipjackson5818 we have a video on the bike itself and another comparing it to a Norton Commando Love the R90S (my question on the R9T video was a bit tongue in cheek)

[@tedmarakas2626]

I have two BMWs. I DON't Like them. I've tried hard to love them but I can't. HOWEVER, I must admit this is a beautiful bike. Absolutely beautiful. I have an R9T in my garage for repair and when it is finished I'd like to ride it. The owner went down and ripped out the camshafts and broke the cylinders on it. I already put a new engine in it, if you drop a bike like this without heavy duty engine guards.....you may as well tell the tow truck driver to bring it to the junk yard. My F800ST is a POS, my K75 is another piece of junk. Theses bikes are in excellent condition with low miles. I just don't like the way they ride, and overall behavior. I'm picky, I prefer Italian bikes like Guzzis and Aprilia. I have a few of those. BMW.....is NOT my brand. Again.....this is a gorgeous bike, every angle, every component, a true work of art.