BMW R nineT Scrambler versus Honda CMX 500 Rebel

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW R nineT Scrambler

Scrambler
Honda

Honda CMX 500 Rebel

Cruiser

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2016 bis 2023
Built von 2017 bis 2024~
RRP 14.750 €
RRP 7.060 €
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Pros:
  • Quality
  • Pulling power
  • Details
  • Value for money
Pros:
  • Comfort
  • Price
  • Service
  • Cruising
Cons:
  • Long-distance comfort
  • Willingness to turn
Cons:
  • Not sporty

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.527 mm
Length :
2.175 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat :
820 mm
Weight :
220 (max: 430 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.490 mm
Length :
2.190 mm Height : 1.090 mm
Seat :
690 mm
Weight :
190 (max: 361 ) 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: Number 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 471 ccm
Hub: 67 mm
Hole: 67 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: 155 km/h
Performance: 46 HP at 8.500 U/Min
Torque: 43 NM bei 6.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 11 Litre
Consumption:
4 l
Reach:
303 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
Front suspension:
Telefork 41 mm
Rear suspension:
Central spring leg
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: ZR
Rear tyres: ZR

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 265 mm)
Front brake
Single disc ( 295 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 240 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

So: thumbs up, or not? Clearly, thumbs up. Rarely can you ride a motorbike, which perhaps does not meet the personal taste and certainly not the riding style – but which nevertheless earns sympathy points without end.

It is a Honda, I want to say: High quality is guaranteed, easy operation as already mentioned. Perhaps the price prevents the purchase? No, it's 6075 Euros new price, so all the fun is for small money.

The test bike was provided to us by Motofun in Kaltenkirchen.

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 6,075€
  • Used (3 years old): 4,900€
  • Years of construction: since 2016
  • Availability: very good
  • Colours: grey, matt grey, black, red