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BMW R Ninet Urban GS - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 BMW R nineT Urban GS blends retro styling with modern adventure capability, appealing to riders seeking accessible off-road performance without full-bore trail credentials. Its manageable 221 kg weight, comfortable 850 mm seat height, and balanced suspension travel make it ideal for urban explorers and weekend adventurers who value versatility and approachable handling.
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | BMW R nineT Urban GS |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | EU-4 |
| Clutch | Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management with overrun cutoff, twin-spark |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 116.00 Nm (11.8 kgf-m or 85.6 ft.lbs) @ 6000 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 110.00 Horsepower">HP (80.3 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 7750 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | Radially aligned valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 265 mm (10.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. |
| Front tyre | 120/70-19 |
| Rear wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever |
| Front wheel travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks, 43 mm fixed-tube diameter |
| Trail | 111 mm (4.4 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 28.5° |
| Frame type | Three-part frame concept with front frame and two-part rear frame, load-bearing enginegearbox |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 litres (0.79 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,527 mm (60.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 870 mm (34.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,175 mm (85.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,265 mm (49.8 inches) |
| Seat height | 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 221.0 kg (487.2 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | White/blue/red |
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