BMW R 12 S 2025 vs. BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016
BMW R 12 S 2025
BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016
Technical Specifications BMW R 12 S 2025 compared to BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW R 12 S 2025
With the R 12 S, BMW has succeeded in creating a desirable top-of-the-range model in the R 12 Inline. A feel-good engine paired with high-quality components and magnificent looks conjure up a grin under the helmet. The special paintwork takes you back to the time of the first fairing-covered BMW bike, the legendary R 90 S. In terms of driving dynamics, the BMW is absolutely in tune with the times thanks to various features. Anyone who interprets the S as an indication of exceptional sportiness may be disappointed by the lack of maximum lean angle. Everyone else will be really happy with the R 12 S feast for the eyes, provided their wallet is sufficiently bulging.
BMW R nineT Scrambler 2016
There's really no point in trying to figure out why the R nineT is so popular, the concept obviously fits in excellently with today's times. Whether this modern retro style will also work one price class down with the BMW R nineT Scrambler remains to be seen. But the prerequisite is very good, the Scrambler relies on the same, "old" boxer engine with air cooling, which BMW miraculously made suitable for Euro4 without sacrificing performance and character. The chassis is softer, the wheelbase longer and the equipment more spartan - but under the alias Scrambler this is perfectly acceptable, after all the focus is on comfortable riding. The optional one-man saddle is a bit hard, but the R nineT Scrambler is by no means uncomfortable, and the riding position is particularly convincing. So if you can live with less equipment, steel instead of aluminium and simpler suspension elements, you can save a lot of money with the Scrambler - which is best invested in individual customising!
