BMW’s Urban Adventurer: The 2021 BMW R NineT Urban G/S
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The BMW R nineT Urban G/S is a European-made heritage roadster that takes its inspiration from the legendary R80GS. While it’s easily one of the most eye-catching models in the R nineT range, it’s arguably one of the most exciting models in the entire 2021 BMW line-up. Built on top of the already successful R nineT platform, BMW has added in a little G/S spice to get heads turning.
The heart of the Urban G/S is a 1,170cc air/oil-cooled, 4-stroke flat twin engine. To meet new emissions regulations, the R nineT has had some internal revisions but the results haven’t been drastic. The new specs show the R nineT producing one less HP at 109 horsepower, and the same 86 lb-ft of torque that it had before.
The Urban G/S might look like it’s all talk but it actually comes with plenty of top-notch equipment to ensure that its bite is as strong as its bark. Standard equipment includes ABS Pro, Dynamic Braking Control, selectable riding modes, and a rear shock with travel-dependent damping.
For 2021, the R nineT Urban G/S is available in three original BMW Motorrad color options: Light White Metallic, Opt. 719 Black Storm Metallic / Light White, or Opt. 719 Black Storm Metallic / Aurum.
The 2021 BMW R NineT Urban G/S is expected to start from $12,495 USD / $14,500 CAD.
On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2021 BMW R NineT Urban G/S in one place.
Model Overview
General Info
- Price: $12,495*** USD / $14,500 CAD ***Expected. US MSRP currently unannounced
- Key Features:
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- Boxer twin engine
- Large 19-inch front wheel
- ABS
Main Specs
- Engine: 1,170 cc air/oil-cooled 4-stroke flat twin engine
- Power: 109 HP
- Torque: 86 lbs-ft
- Wet Weight: 487 lbs (221 kg)
- Seat Height: 33.5″ (850 mm)
2021 BMW R NineT Specifications
ENGINE |
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Engine | 1,170 cc air/oil-cooled 4-stroke flat twin engine | |
Engine Power | 109 Hp | |
Bore x Stroke | 101 mm x 73 mm | |
Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | |
Fuel delivery | Electronic intake pipe fuel injection, electronic engine management with overrun cut-off, twin-spark ignition | |
Starter | Electric | |
Max Torque | 116 Nm at 6,000 rpm | |
DRIVETRAIN |
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Clutch | Hydraulically operated single-disc dry clutch | |
Transmission | Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth | |
Drive | Shaft drive | |
CHASSIS |
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Suspension Front | Telescopic forks, 43 mm fixed-tube diameter | |
Suspension Rear | Cast aluminium single swing-arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring preload via hook wrench can be adjusted infinitely, rebound stage damping adjustable | |
Brakes Front | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers | |
Brakes Rear | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating caliper | |
Tires Front | 120/70 ZR 19 | |
Tires Rear | 170/60 ZR 17 | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | ||
Color | Opt. 719 Black storm metallic/Aurum | |
ELECTRICAL |
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Alternator | 720-W three-phase generator | |
Battery | 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free | |
Headlight | ||
Tail Light | White indicators and LED rear light | |
DIMENSIONS |
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Overall Length | 2,175 mm | |
Overall Width | 870 mm | |
Overall Height | 1,330 mm | |
Wheelbase | 1,527 mm | |
Castor | 110.6 mm | |
Seat Height | 850 mm (Low seat (OE): 820mm) | |
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled |
221 kg |
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WARRANTY |
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Warranty | ||
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