[M&M]

Well, I've read a lot on this forum, and I was very enthusiast about this bike.
Today i saw it in the flesh and i don't like it. No fast heartbeats, no feelings at all. To be honest I found my Thruxton much more desirable than this Nine T.

It's a BMW with the usual design coldness. It's a nice bike for sure, but it's far to little. The seat is narrow, equipment is basic.
I'm so glad I kept my R1200R, so more practical in any way.
Don't ever hope to ride the bike with a passenger more than 20 miles.

And it's far to expensive, even for BMW. If you take a look to the new BMW 4-pot roadster or the new Monstro 1200, you'll ask yourself why the Nine-T is so expensive ?

So it's a definitive no go for me.

 

[Bose]

Well, I've read a lot on this forum, and I was very enthusiast about this bike.
Today i saw it in the flesh and i don't like it. No fast heartbeats, no feelings at all. To be honest I found my Thruxton much more desirable than this Nine T.

It's a BMW with the usual design coldness. It's a nice bike for sure, but it's far to little. The seat is narrow, equipment is basic.
I'm so glad I kept my R1200R, so more practical in any way.
Don't ever hope to ride the bike with a passenger more than 20 miles.

And it's far to expensive, even for BMW. If you take a look to the new BMW 4-pot roadster or the new Monstro 1200, you'll ask yourself why the Nine-T is so expensive ?

So it's a definitive no go for me.

It's not for everyone

 

[Chumba]

Well, I've read a lot on this forum, and I was very enthusiast about this bike.
Today i saw it in the flesh and i don't like it. No fast heartbeats, no feelings at all. To be honest I found my Thruxton much more desirable than this Nine T.

It's a BMW with the usual design coldness. It's a nice bike for sure, but it's far to little. The seat is narrow, equipment is basic.
I'm so glad I kept my R1200R, so more practical in any way.
Don't ever hope to ride the bike with a passenger more than 20 miles.

And it's far to expensive, even for BMW. If you take a look to the new BMW 4-pot roadster or the new Monstro 1200, you'll ask yourself why the Nine-T is so expensive ?

So it's a definitive no go for me.

That is a shame! Never mind, I guess it can be said: Horses for corses

 

[9T33]

thats a bit of a downer but as mentioned above this bike is not for everyone.
i love it, hopefully i will still love it as much once i see it in person
did you manage to take any pictures?

 

[tracteur]

So it's a definitive no go for me.

@M&M ; at least your honest about it, respect. Appreciate your input so far, just letting you know. Saw the pic's too, well done. Like I wrote before I'll be going next thursday. If you want, can you take a close up of the gap between the frame nearby the alternator ( just thinking of an alternative for the missing center stand ). Take one from both sides please, also need to know if there is a spare tap in the engine on the right as it is on the left. THX

 

[M&M]

It's all about what you're expecting for.
Taking a second bike was not really an option. The Nine-T had to be "sized" enough to take a passenger with acceptable confort.
I didn't have to see the bike to know this would be difficult to realize.
But when you love a bike, you accept more of it.
And i don't.

 

[Bonkorama]

I never considered this anything OTHER than a solo machine.
Am I alone ( as I will be on this machine gladly ) on this point?

I'm sure someone could fit on that little bitty back seat, but I wouldn't want to ride back there.

Here in L.A., 2 up riders are guys with their 19 year old girlfriends on the backs of their super bikes wearing shorts and tank tops... Mainly because they still fit on that tiny strip of plastic. I think the back seat of the R9T is the equivalent of what's left on the seat of a sport bike behind the driver. Not much.

Bmw makes a lot of 2 up models designed for that kind of riding. I don't think this is one of them.

It's a really good reason to consider another model if 2 up is really important.

 

[penner]

agreed. ive always treated it as a solo city machine. I dont plan to go long distances or carry passengers often..

beats carrying passengers on a super sport hehe

 

[Bose]

I'm a solo man

My 9T will always be a solo ride bike that's why I purchased it to remove the rear end with pure indulgence for myself ,and I intend to use it as I used my last GSTBTC to do everything on road including touring in Europe it's all in the head that you need different bikes to achieve different trips any bike will do anything you command if your willing to compromise on certain things
All you need for touring is a back pack with clean undies ,wash kit and a credit card if you can't carry it you don't need it

 

[rkevwill]

I never considered this anything OTHER than a solo machine.
Am I alone ( as I will be on this machine gladly ) on this point?

I'm sure someone could fit on that little bitty back seat, but I wouldn't want to ride back there.

Here in L.A., 2 up riders are guys with their 19 year old girlfriends on the backs of their super bikes wearing shorts and tank tops... Mainly because they still fit on that tiny strip of plastic. I think the back seat of the R9T is the equivalent of what's left on the seat of a sport bike behind the driver. Not much.

Bmw makes a lot of 2 up models designed for that kind of riding. I don't think this is one of them.

It's a really good reason to consider another model if 2 up is really important.

And there are seat alternatives on the option list, if thats important to you. I myself might get the lowered seat. We will see.

 

[1561]

... I can't see any reason why a handy person shouldn't be able to fashion an acceptable replacement seat & pillion seat, & hump/storage from a lump of steel or wood, the edges fined up with lashings of fibreglass or carbon, bit of upholstery and leather , with the help of a oxy torch, 5 inch grinder and some elbow grease ...

we're NOT obliged to feed the BMW cats more than the basic food quantities

you wanted adventure ... & freedom ... there it is ...

 

[Bonkorama]

you wanted adventure ... & freedom ... there it is ...

hahahahahaha.
good grief your funny.

hmmmm....tubeless wooden wagonwheels..... you put my thinkin cap on me Huntsman!!!
Thanks Buddy!

 

[rkevwill]

I only want it myself as a solo ride, however if the young chicks at the irish pub want a ride, I guess I should get them the optional comfort seat. Like I said, I want it as a solo ride. I don't the bike is pretty enough alone for them to come sit behind me and squeeze.

 

[M&M]

Only idiots don't change their mind
When I last visited my dealer, I had the chance to see the Nine-T completely standard next to a R1200R in the morning sunshine.
Strangely enough, I finely got in love with the bike.
Like some of you, it's with the duo seat and with the standard exhaust that I love the bike the most.

Buying one will be for next year I suppose. I hope to find a good deal this winter of someone willing to buy something else. Wishful thinking I'm afraid
This bike is probably the best (only ?) modern BMW bike to keep forever.
I'm sure in 20 years people will consider this bike like the R90S is considered today. I would be very happy to have such an important part of BMW's history in my garage.

Reading you so enthusiast certainly contributed to my different way of looking to this bike, for sure.

 

[mikeo]

Only idiots don't change their mind
When I last visited my dealer, I had the chance to see the Nine-T completely standard next to a R1200R in the morning sunshine.
Strangely enough, I finely got in love with the bike.
Like some of you, it's with the duo seat and with the standard exhaust that I love the bike the most.

Buying one will be for next year I suppose. I hope to find a good deal this winter of someone willing to buy something else. Wishful thinking I'm afraid
This bike is probably the best (only ?) modern BMW bike to keep forever.
I'm sure in 20 years people will consider this bike like the R90S is considered today. I would be very happy to have such an important part of BMW's history in my garage.

Reading you so enthusiast certainly contributed to my different way of looking to this bike, for sure.

You not only changed your mind, but your image, too!

 

[phillippeterson]

We all hope you find some wheels that really turn you on. Get back to us with a picture when you find one.

 

[saberr9t]

I agree.

The R 9T doesn't have a five speed transmission, a 130 series rear tire and 68 horsepower. It's not for everyone.

I've actually been thinking that the Thruxton is the perfect starter bike for my girlfriend.

Enjoy your 1972 era ride.

And if your issue is performance for dollars I hope you can find some more dollars.

 

[jkmalo]

sorry to hear that, i'm loving mine ;D

 

[Karamazov]

sorry to hear that, i'm loving mine ;D

Gentlemen, I believe the good sir changed his opinion (read up a few posts...) He's converted! Praise Jeezus.

 

[jkmalo]

Gentlemen, I believe the good sir changed his opinion (read up a few posts...) He's converted! Praise Jeezus.

hohoh now i see!! hallelujah !! haha