BMW R nineT Scrambler versus Yamaha R3

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW R nineT Scrambler

Scrambler
Yamaha

Yamaha R3

Supersport

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2016 bis 2023
Built von 2015 bis 2024~
RRP 14.750 €
RRP 7.149 €
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Pros:
  • Quality
  • Pulling power
  • Details
  • Value for money
Pros:
  • Willing to revving motor
  • Precise chassis
  • Comparatively suitable for everyday use
  • Service
Cons:
  • Long-distance comfort
  • Willingness to turn
Cons:
  • Only mediocre brake

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.527 mm
Length :
2.175 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat :
820 mm
Weight :
220 (max: 430 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.380 mm
Length :
2.090 mm Height : 1.140 mm
Seat :
780 mm
Weight :
170 (max: 329 ) 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: 2-cylinder series, 4-stroke 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 321 ccm
Hub: 44 mm
Hole: 68 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: 200 km/h
Performance: 42 HP at 10.750 U/Min
Torque: 29 NM bei 9.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption:
4 l

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:
Tubular bridge frame (steel)
Front suspension:
USD fork (travel 130 mm)
Tyres at the front: 110/70-17M
Rear tyres: 140/70-17M

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 265 mm)
Front brake
Single disc, double piston floating caliper ( 298 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, single-piston floating caliper ( 220 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

Comparatively suitable for everyday use

Finally, let's get to the crucial question: Is the Yamaha R3 a super sportscar despite only 42 hp? Yes, it is. Anyway, if you didn't just look at the PS power. Thanks to the precise chassis, sporty engine characteristics and seating position, she is a true representative of this species.

It is also more: thanks to the variability of the seating position, it is a capable companion in everyday life, and this should make up the majority of its field of application.

The test bike was provided to us by Motorrad Ruser in Haseldorf.

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 6.188€
  • Used (3 years old): 4,500€
  • Years of construction: since 2014
  • Availability: good
  • Colours: black, blue-metallic