BMW R nineT Scrambler versus Husqvarna 701 Enduro
BMW R nineT Scrambler
Husqvarna 701 Enduro
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
- Quality
- Pulling power
- Details
- Value for money
- Comfort
- Agility
- Riotous, powerful engine
- Off-road capability
- Long-distance comfort
- Willingness to turn
- Pillion operation
- Fitness to travel
Dimensions & Weight
Length : 2.175 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat : 820 mm
Weight : 220 (max: 430 ) kg
Seat : 920 mm
Weight : 158 kg
Engine
Displacement: 1.170 ccm
Hub: 73 mm
Hole: 101 mm
Cooling: Öl-Luft
Drive: Kardan
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 693 ccm
Hub: 85 mm
Hole: 102 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
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
Performance: 75 HP at 8.000 U/Min
Torque: 74 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 13 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 342 km
Chassis
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
Tubular space frame (chrome-molybdenum) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork upside-down (travel 275 mm) Rear suspension:
WP (travel 275 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 21 inches
Rear tyres: 18 inches
Brakes
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 265 mm)
Single disc (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Single 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.
Fun without end - unfortunately an expensive
So, did the experiment work? Well, it is difficult to draw a clear conclusion. For long-distance travel, the serial tank is small, seat position, seat and chassis on the way to the destination rather strenuous.
Otherwise, the Husqvarna 701 Enduro is a real fun device. As a first motorcycle she certainly does not play the ideal cast in the garage, but who wants and can, should try it. How nice but short wheelbase and 75 hp can harmonize!
Finally, a small drop of wormwood: If Mama KTM is not famous for her restrained pricing, the daughter does the same to her: The motorcycle with practically zero equipment and little inclination to operate a passenger costs 10,395 euros. Congratulations to those who can afford it.
So: If you are looking for a moped with a class engine, great chassis, low weight and brutal brakes, but hardly anything else, you can check in. Anyone who thinks unreasonableness is reasonable in a deeper sense is right here. For everyone else: "please stay behind".
The test bike was provided to us by Heller & Soltau in St. Michaelisdonn.
