BMW R nineT Scrambler versus Ducati Monster

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW R nineT Scrambler

Scrambler
Ducati

Ducati Monster

Naked

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2016 bis 2023
Built von 2021 bis 2024~
RRP 14.750 €
RRP 12.390 €
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Pros:
  • Quality
  • Pulling power
  • Details
  • Value for money
Pros:
  • Fun
  • good standard equipment
  • Lighter, stronger, better to handle and still cheaper than the previous model
  • A2 version with 35kW available
Cons:
  • Long-distance comfort
  • Willingness to turn
Cons:
  • More expensive than most competitors
  • lots of plastic on the sides

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.527 mm
Length :
2.175 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat :
820 mm
Weight :
220 (max: 430 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.474 mm
Seat :
820 mm
Weight :
188 kg

Engine

Motor design: Boxer 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.170 ccm
Hub: 73 mm
Hole: 101 mm
Cooling: Öl-Luft
Drive: Kardan
Aisles: 6
Motor design: V2 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 937 ccm
Hub: 68 mm
Hole: 94 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 220 km/h
Performance: 110 HP at 7.750 U/Min
Torque: 116 NM bei 6.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
321 km
Maximum speed: 226 km/h
Performance: 111 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 93 NM bei 6.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
280 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Lattice tube (steel)
Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 43 mm (travel 125 mm)
Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 140 mm)
Rear suspension:
Paralever
Tyres at the front: 120/70 R 19
Rear tyres: 170/60 R 17
Frame type:
Cast aluminium (aluminium)
Front suspension:
Marzocchi USD fork 43 mm (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 140 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 120/70 17 inches
Rear tyres: 180/55 17 inches

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 265 mm)
Front brake
Double disc, Brembo with radially mounted four-piston calipers ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, two-piston ( 245 mm)

Relaxed Cruiser

If you overlook this, getting around with the BMW is a very enjoyable hobby. Let it be with the hustle and bustle, the appropriate movement of the BMW automatically leads to a flowing driving style, without corners or edges. The faster you drive, the more steering momentum would be needed, so at some point you let it be easy – well.

Compared to the competition, the BMW convinces with its bullish start and the gnarled, authentic nature. She is equal with the consistency of her design as well as the crisp sound and loving details. Although the comfort on long distances may not be the best, you are well dressed with the BMW everywhere.

Although the BMW nineT Scrambler is actually 1,900 euros cheaper than its heritage sister, who would have thought that, you shouldn't do without an extra: The beautiful spoke wheels (395 euros) are excellent. BMW was the last to ride the Scrambler wave for the time being, but with a convincing model.

Was there anything else? Oh yes, the off-road suitability. Oh no, there was nothing – just like the Scrambler models of the competition.

The test bike was provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg.

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 13.250€
  • Used (3 years old): 9.500€
  • Years of construction: since 2016
  • Availability: good
  • Colours: grey-matt metallic, gold, white

Conclusion - what gets stuck

For so many years, Ducati stuck to the typical appearance of the monsters that change was really time. But how many monsters are still in it? We find a lot when you are open to change. You'll see how well the new monster will sell. In any case, however, the target group is likely to have become much wider. The new monster is also interesting for holders of the A2 driving licence, because after 2 years you can not open the 35 kW to the full 111 hp, but at least to 95 hp. And that should ensure many years of driving fun. In short, the reworking of the monsters seems clear and thoughtful to us and could give a new lease of life to the monsters' success story.

Our thanks go to Ducati-Hamburg for the test bike.

Price/Availability/Colours/Years of Construction

  • Price: 11.250€
  • Years of construction: from 2021
  • Availability: from 2021
  • Colours: red, grey, black