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R nineT Scrambler Sport

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62 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.5 hp/kg
Top Speed
200 km/h
Torque
116 Nm
Engine
1170 ccm

2020 Bmw R nineT Scrambler Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Bmw for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2020 Bmw R nineT Scrambler Sport relies on a 1170 cc (71.4 cu in) air-cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 110 HP (80.3 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 116 Nm (85.6 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 94 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the R nineT Scrambler Sport measures 220 kg (485 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.5 HP/kg (2 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,527 mm (60.1 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 360 km (224 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph).

Specific Output
94 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.5 HP/kg (2 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~360 km (224 mi)
Engine
Displacement 1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine Type Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Engine Details Radially aligned valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft
Power 110.0 HP (80.3 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque 116.0 Nm (11.8 kgf-m or 85.6 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression 12.0:1
Bore x Stroke 101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Driveline Constant mesh
Performance
Top Speed 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Fuel Consumption 5.00 litres/100 km (20.0 km/l or 47.04 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 116.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type Four-section frame consisting of one front and three rear sections, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit, removable pillion frame for single ride use
Front Suspension Telescopic forks with 43 mm fixed-tube diameter
Front Travel 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Rear Suspension Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring preload steplessly adjustable by hook wrench, rebound-stage damping adjustable
Rear Travel 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1527 mm (60.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-R19
Rear Tyre 170/60-R17
Front Brakes Double disc. ABS
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. ABS
Rear Brake Ø 265 mm (10.4 inches)
Wheels Spoke cast wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.5000 HP/kg
Seat Height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Overall Length 2175 mm (85.6 inches)
Overall Width 870 mm (34.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 3.50 litres (0.92 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black Storm Metallic/Aurum, Black Storm Metallic/Light White, Stereo Metallic Matt
Electrical 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free battery. Three-phase 600 W alternator.
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