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2021BMW R Nine T
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The 2021 BMW R Nine T is a retro roadster built around BMW's air- and oil-cooled boxer twin. Its 1,170cc flat twin makes 107.3 hp and 119 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive, for a top speed of about 200 km/h. ABS, a 785 mm seat, 222 kg wet weight and 18-litre tank complete it.
- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 222.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 107.3 HP (80.0 kW) @ 7250 RPM
What’s new for the 2021 BMW R Nine T
vs the 2020| Spec | 2020 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 110.0 HP (80.3 kW) @ 7500 RPM | 107.3 HP (80.0 kW) @ 7250 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A heritage-styled roadster built for spirited backroad rides and weekend cruising rather than outright speed or long-haul touring.
- Built for
- Delivers an air-cooled boxer soul with punchy midrange torque, distinctive engine feel, and classic analog riding engagement.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking wind protection, long-distance touring comfort, or any serious off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Power
- 107.3 HP (80.0 kW) @ 7250 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 117 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- MBMXC01.259T-010
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 4.98 L/100km (47.2 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.2 CO g/km
- Torque
- 119.0 Nm (12.1 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4833 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 101.0 x 73.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Oil & air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Performance
- Top speed
- 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1476 mm
- Overall length
- 2220 mm
- Overall width
- 890 mm
- Overall height
- 1265 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Wet weight
- 222.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
- Oil capacity
- 4.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 3.00 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Four-section frame consisting of one front and three rear sections, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit, removable pillion frame for single ride use
- Front suspension
- Upside-Down telescopic fork with 46 mm diameter
- Rear suspension
- Ast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.5°
- Trail
- 103 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 265 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Black Storm Metallic/Grey
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2014 | 2017 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1170 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 785 mm | 805 mm | 785 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | 17 L | 18 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW R Nine T?
The 2021 BMW R Nine T has a Capacity of 1170.0 ccm (71.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW R Nine T have?
The 2021 BMW R Nine T has a Power of 107.3 HP (80.0 kW) @ 7250 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW R Nine T have?
The 2021 BMW R Nine T has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW R Nine T?
The 2021 BMW R Nine T has a Torque of 119.0 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the BMW R Nine T weigh?
The 2021 BMW R Nine T has a Wet weight of 222.0 kg (489.4 pounds).
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