BMW R nineT Urban G/S versus Ducati Scrambler Icon

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW R nineT Urban G/S

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Ducati

Ducati Scrambler Icon

Scrambler

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2017 bis 2023
Built von 2015 bis 2024~
RRP 14.750 €
RRP 10.590 €
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Pros:
  • Engine
  • Handling
  • Brake
  • Chassis
  • Impression of quality
  • Optics
Pros:
  • Processing
  • Engine
  • Agility
  • Comfort
  • Equipment
Cons:
  • missing indicators for fuel level, engine speed and gear
  • Travel possibilities and wind protection not at GS level
Cons:
  • Pillion comfort

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.527 mm
Length :
2.175 mm Height : 1.105 mm
Seat :
850 mm
Weight :
221 (max: 430 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.449 mm
Length :
2.100 mm Height : 1.150 mm
Seat :
795 mm
Weight :
185 (max: 390 ) 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: 803 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: Luft
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: 195 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 8.250 U/Min
Torque: 65 NM bei 7.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
260 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Lattice tube (steel)
Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 43 mm (travel 125 mm)
Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 140 mm)
Rear suspension:
Paralever
Tyres at the front: ZR
Rear tyres: ZR
Frame type:
Chrome-molybdenum tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension:
Hydraulic Kayaba USD fork, 41mm (travel 150mm)
Rear suspension:
Progressive Kayaba mono strut adjustable in preload (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 110/80/18
Rear tyres: 180/55/17

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 265 mm)
Front brake
Single disc, Brembo 4-piston calipers, radially mounted ( 330 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Brembo 2-piston caliper ( 245 mm)

Conclusion - what sticks

Without question, Urban G/S is beguiling. Our tester Markus let himself be carried away to the remark that in his eyes it is currently the most beautiful motorcycle on the market. It is also a typical boxer child and high-quality workmanship from front to back. For those who do not constantly commute between Germany and Mongolia, the Urban G/S may even be better suited than a normal GS, because the Urban G/S is handier and weighs significantly less.
 
The test bike was provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg for this test. There is exactly this bike as a demonstrator and is looking forward to a lot of test riders. So, let's go to Pinneberg near Hamburg!

Price/availability/colours/years of construction

  • Price: 14.320€
  • Used (3 years old): 12.000€
  • Years of construction: since 2017
  • Colours: black-red, blue, white

No Ducati, but good

What remains of this very special Ducati? First of all, she's not really a Ducati. These are loud, often hard and brushed on riot. The exact opposite is the Scrambler, and therefore the spin-off of these machines into a sub-brand was the right decision. The whole machine has an unexcited appearance, positive and just right for the connoisseur.

It is ideal for a relaxing tour after work and around the block on weekends. In addition to a new rev counter, the next facelift should also bring better passenger comfort on the short bench, because you have to be allowed to share positive experiences.

The test bike was provided to us by Ducati Hamburg.

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 9.155€
  • Used (3 years old): 6,700€
  • Years of construction: since 2015
  • Availability: good
  • Colours: yellow, ornage