[TwoWheelTim]

I am a long time Ducati owner looking for a more comfortable ride. I am excited about the R nine T and have a deposit down. I am concerned about the front forks though, as there is no mention about the adjustability of the forks. I know they are from the S1000RR, which is great, but I would still like to know that I can adjust them to my needs.

Thanks in advance for your input.

 

[NSX]

BMW, in their infinite wisdom, took all the adjustability out of the forks.

 

[Bonkorama]

As in heavier oil and progressive springs?
Dunno know about these new forks.

 

[cherry street]

so could you straight graft s1000rr adjustable forks onto nineT?

 

[TwoWheelTim]

BMW, in their infinite wisdom, took all the adjustability out of the forks.

That is a bit concerning to me being just under 200lbs. I guess I will just have to wait to ride it when it comes in and see what I think. I can't say I understand their decision on that.

 

[tracteur]

That is a bit concerning to me being just under 200lbs. I guess I will just have to wait to ride it when it comes in and see what I think. I can't say I understand their decision on that.

No need to worry , it's the average german weight
welcome tim

 

[TwoWheelTim]

No need to worry , it's the average german weight
welcome tim

Yeah, I am sure it will be fine.....just a new change for me. I am used to having my suspensions tuned and going to track days. I have two bikes now, a 749 and 999s(Ohlins) and the difference in those suspensions is unbelievable, even on the road. I never take the 749 out because of the difference. I am sure BMW wouldn't put out a bike with less than stellar characteristics.

 

[tracteur]

Yeah, I am sure it will be fine.....just a new change for me. I am used to having my suspensions tuned and going to track days. I have two bikes now, a 749 and 999s(Ohlins) and the difference in those suspensions is unbelievable, even on the road. I never take the 749 out because of the difference. I am sure BMW wouldn't put out a bike with less than stellar characteristics.

as long as you know that you're not buying a trackbike. My guess the suspension will be a compromise and that's what we have to do too. Or open your wallet afterwards

 

[frank]

Swap the forks for the S1000R or S1000RR...

 

[NSX]

Swap the forks for the S1000R or S1000RR...

You shouldn't have to swap forks and wheels on a motorcycle this expensive. Since BMW has these items on the shelf already, they should at least be optional.

By the way, I repaired a flat a while ago. Luckily I had chosen a bike without tubes to ride. No fun, but at least I wasn't stranded.

 

[TwoWheelTim]

I think I will just have to wing it and upgrade the front suspension if need be. It's just unfortunate.....especially when the Monster 1200S is 16k (USD) here and has all the good stuff (traction control, ABS, ride and power mapping, Ohlins, and a slipper). I am looking to slow down though, enjoy the ride, and just LOVE the R9T (not really what I think the Monster is about). I am sold and will have to fork out more $$$ if the suspension isn't what I hope it to be. <fingers crossed>

 

[1561]

slowing down?

hehe, for me it's going to be speeding up (near double the horsepower to my C)

but slowing down is good

... I guess riding motorbikes (in these affluent modern days) defies rational explanation. Really, if it came down to real reasoning, one couldn't easily go past any good old Yamaha 650 or KLR. They do everything for half the price or less ...

Nah, IMPULSE buying is where it's at

Ducati never triggered any impulses for me .... I was looking at maybe a Triumph Rocket (but nah), Guzzi California, Vmax, GS, .... but when the R9T came out - phew, I was smitten .... no backbone left .... no other bike had the power to ease those kind of dollars from my wallet - plus there wasn't even ONE syllable of objection coming from the better half .... a clear winner!

 

[BlueBrick]

That is a bit concerning to me being just under 200lbs. I guess I will just have to wait to ride it when it comes in and see what I think. I can't say I understand their decision on that.

I thought the decision to leave off the adjustability was a mistake but after riding the bike it seems to be just fine.

I weigh 235 and I find the suspension to be fantastic. It certainly isn't soft, nor is it buckboard stiff.

The bike handles well and that has me satisfied.

 

[dave]

suspension is just fine. Quit trying to make this bike something its not. my 1098 streetfighter is not a R9t and the r9t is no streetfighter Perhaps the s1000r may be a better fit.

 

[street]

Swap the forks for the S1000R or S1000RR...

Used S1 forks are out there. A lot of racers run Ohlins and have the OEM forks lying around. Speaking of which, you could go Ohlins. With custom set up, they are awesome. The charcoal can needs to go to make room for Ohlins in the rear.

 

[edellavedova]

Hey Street - what Ohlins would you recommend for the front - if one where interested? And - would it be possible to increase the suspension travel front and rear (maybe by 1") without negatively impacting handling?

Thanks.

 

[Lost Rider]

Over the years we've installed Ohlins all around on our bikes, the difference in handling was always greatly improved and worth the cost.
With that said this will be the first bike I'm completely and surprisingly content with the OEM suspension and won't be replacing it until I wear it out. Granted, at 180 pounds with gear I'm at the exact weight the suspension is tuned for, but still it feels very good to me for the various road conditions I ride on.

Before I spent much time on the bike I tried to swap my Ohlins rear shock off the R1200R, it doesn't fit. Too long and the top mount is larger on the ninet OEM shock.
I also spoke with Dan Kyle @ Kyle Racing - Roadracing Motorcycles, my go to guy for all things Ohlins who is one of the best in the business. He put in a request to Ohlins for a shock for the ninet, there's nothing available yet. He also told me for about $1500 he could install Ohlins cartridges in the forks, making them fully adjustable.
If you're looking to do suspension work I would suggest calling him, he's a great and very passionate about his work kind of guy who will take the time to answer all your questions.
Like I said, I'm good for 20k miles, then Ohlins all around it will be for me, including a damper once they have the bracket made.

BTW, I'm moving the tube related posts to one of the more appropriate and numerous tube/tire threads.

 

[Supertramp]

Good to see you mention Dan Kyle, he is also very popular amongst the RC51 boys over there for Ohlins setups.

 

[Supertramp]

From the man himself;

Ohlins Forks FGRT212 BMW S1000RR 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 NEW Black Finish | eBay

 

[delirii]

ouch, that's expensive...
I'm sure many will stay with the stock fork By the way, do anyone know which brand is the default fork on the NineT ? Showa, Marzocchi, BMW home made fork ?

Regarding my upcoming bike, at most, I'll change in the future the spring and oil with upgraded parts (ohlins spring and a fine tuned set up of the valves inside), but as this bike is for road use only, I won't fit anything like the fork just above, which is a really good one for sure.