Motorcycle specifications BMW1200 Nine-T Scrambler 2016 Hazelnut time

the love affair with BMW continues unabated. The brand has something for every category of motorcyclist. High-dose sport? The S 1000 RR transfers adrenalin without the need for an infusion. High-voltage road riding? The S 1000 R tears up the tarmac. Adventure with the R 1200 GS, Grand Touring with the R 1200 RT or K 1600 GTL, urban with the C 650 scooters; in short, Beheme is a must-have. And that's not about to stop with the development of the Heritage range. The first milestone in this chapter, the 1200 Nine-T got off to a rocking start and intensified the neo-retro craze. In less time than it takes to weld a frame together, BM transformed the trial, teased the pre-prepared, dredged up the nostalgic and unleashed the Scrambler version. With a more pronounced sense of freedom, a welcome carefree attitude, a country feel that hits the bull's eye, and a style that will turn the heads of the uninitiated, it's designed to appeal to the uptown crowd.

the Scrambler. This is the machine that preceded the trail bike. It went everywhere, had a quirky look, and was the beginning of the adventure. With this version of the 1200 Nine-T, we believe in it, and we want it. It's calibrated just right to give the Boxer a little spice and nutty flavor. But don't be mistaken: it's still a roadster, with modifications that place it somewhere between a preparation and a machine for wandering on the road and on the edge of tracks; not a bike ready to eat up stony tracks. Anyway, it doesn't matter! The effect is there, gripping, dry, powerful, and almost light. But did BMW simply add raised exhausts and spoked rims to turn the NineT into a scrambler? No, it goes much further. First of all, spoked wheels are optional. You'd better get them right away, because the original spoked wheels aren't the best way to capture the spirit of this machine.

the first thing you notice is the silhouette. A moment of hesitation, somewhere between the workshop, the dealer and the song of a farm lost in the tobacco fields. Less muscular than the Nine-T, perhaps less premium but no less interesting, the Scrambler shares a number of elements with its sibling and defends its specific characteristics. First of all, the chestnut-colored saddle, which catches your eye and invites you to take a stroll to the next cigar-roller. Then the exhaust pipes that grab you as they clear the view of the rear rim. Then the less sporty front end. The inverted fork from the S 1000 RR and the 17" wheel are abandoned in favor of a conventional 43 mm fork (without the in-house Telelever), enhanced by protective gussets. A few axially-mounted brake calipers, a 19" front wheel, no adjusters: this is a very classic, almost basic, dimension. And a good way to bring the price down, as the Scrambler should be more reasonably priced than the NineT.

once you've got the hang of it, let's keep a clear head and take a look at what this machine has to offer. Enough to assert its identity? Without a doubt. BMW has taken this into account with a removable rear passenger frame and a wiring harness compatible with a range of trendy accessories. The on-board network allows tuners to get excited about the bike without altering its management.
The evening offers a wealth of ideas in the garage. The next day, impatience is the order of the day. Once synchronized with the rider's looks (or vice versa), the true meaning only takes shape when the thrill of the ride kicks in.
The engine is still recent Bavarian history, but remains sufficiently "classic" to fit in with the NineT spirit. Hoses, water, water cooled, that would be indelicate. The air flat continues its career here. In every way similar to the neo-retro roadster, this 8-valve, dual ACT, fuel-injected block differs only in that its mapping is adapted to Euro4 standards. As a result, it breathes at the top of its lungs with 110 horsepower at 7750 rpm. It's only the torque that's taken a beating: from 12.1 mkg, it drops to 11.8 mkg at 6,000 rpm. It's still substantial, and still capable of lifting you with gusto.

at first, it smells of steel; for its tubular frame. The function is there, with the seriousness of a Bavarian chassis. For its 17-liter fuel tank too, just to save a little more. Aluminum is noble, it's more expensive, and it's for the younger sister's container. Still in this dictate of privileges, the brake shoes will be a little less efficient than those on the Nine-T. Too bad? Trappers won't find the high level that an S 1000 R can offer; but does a Scrambler have to crease the road every time it brakes? A little less bite won't hurt, depending on the terrain. Experience will tell.
Later, subtly, aluminum returns. For the fork crowns, handlebars, air intake cover, seat-mounted plates, fuel tank and engine.
After that, you can smell the pleasure. Almost obliging. The atmosphere is more relaxed. To achieve this, the handlebars are raised and brought closer to the rider. The saddle is less padded, so the seat is lower. The feet are lowered and moved back a little, contributing to the friendly atmosphere. Once installed, the rider is in a more relaxed, natural, upright position, as if the time were ripe for pleasure.
Finally, before setting off, you come to appreciate the simplicity of the new instrumentation. Just the essentials, with a single circular dial, and the company of a needle to tell you the speed (because it's compulsory). No rev counter, no need; as if the important thing was to ride without worrying about speed, relying on the life of the twin to know how to ride it. However, this isn't the '60s, and digital technology still manages to get in somewhere. At the bottom of the dial, a window displays information such as mileage and time. Will the Scrambler make us forget tablets and processors?

in the race for technology, BMW is not the last. A browse through the brand's catalog reveals electronics galore: semi-active suspensions, hill-start assist, traction control, riding modes, keyless locks and start, adaptive cornering lights, shifter... and more. Enough to send a Microsoft programmer into a trance.
Except that the Nine-T Scrambler doesn't give a damn! But with a vengeance. It's all about emotion and thumbing its nose at the arms race. We've already seen that it rejects the latest evolution of the Boxer engine. He's also content with the legal minimum in terms of assistance. ABS, enough to cope with Euro4, a bit of digital display in the speedometer, and that's it. What's the point of all this electronic debauchery? To sweeten the road?! For the superfluous, look no further than accessories and styling. But to consume the road, do you need a beard, a shirt and Bluetooth? Or a jacket and a pair of boots?! Just in case, BM offers ASC traction control as an option.

announced by the Path 22 concept bike, the BMW 1200 R Scrambler continues the offensive initiated by the NineT. Its looks hit the bull's-eye instantly, for a more affordable price and a more lively desire to ride. To really indulge yourself and build up your leitmotiv, a trip to the options section is almost essential: here are a few items that Béhème should have fitted as standard: spoked wheels, off-road tires, headlight grille and engine cowling. As a result, tradition is respected, and you'll have to pay more than expected at the dealership.
With this machine, the brand follows and even impeccably feeds fashion. The 1200 Scrambler will be the motorcycle of choice for those who want to indulge their senses. But aren't customers above all looking to create a sensation?

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