Why this bike kinda SUCKS at everything and why I still want one 

I am of the mindset that no bike really sucks. They all have a specific purpose and certain riders would love to have what others deem as a sucky bike. I have a 1978 CB400 Honda....Its a crap bike. But its a fun crap bike.

I went through 4 bikes to find my perfect fit for a motorcycle. RNINET is the best bike I've ever owned. Had an unfortunate accident that ended up with my RNINET being totalled. Loved it so much I went out and bought another one lol

...."A brother is born for adversity" not diversity. I've noticed Sean gets the quotes wrong a lot. Maybe he does it on purpose, it makes me pay more attention and actually read the quote.

Over 100 horses with that kind of torque in a 500 lb bike? Hell yea! That thing is sweet! I never had any interest in a BMW, but I wouldn't mind kickin' around on that at all!

"just getting up to the speed limit yep, just getting there" 😂😆

Why this bike kinda SUCKS at everything but I still want one? It's the golden forks, isn't it?

I enjoy the little history of the motorcycles that you test drive. Other individuals that test drive just jump on, and give their opinion without putting to much effort into giving much information about the motorcycle. Ride safe.

Dude I want that bike. I am out in Indiana County Pa, I’m gonna check the price on your website and give you a ring. I’ve been really drawn towards BMW’s and that boxer engine and that bike has the look I am after. Expect to hear from me soon.

I bought a 2018 a few months ago (standard/Premium, not 'Pure') and this bike is a beast, yet oddly forgiving. You forget about the jugs sticking out the side a quarter mile down the road. It's plenty fast, exceptionally nimble (the upgraded suspension helps on the higher end model, I'm sure) and I disagree with it being styled as "good at nothing" or whatever the exact term was. It's a great all-rounder, even though it's not the blue ribbon prizewinner in any one area. There is one deficit, and that is, being an Oilhead (air cooled with oil cooler) I dont take it commuting in standstill Austin traffic in the summer. It just isn't a lazy downtown stop-and-go machine. But have no fear of the reliability of this Munich, Germany manufactured machine. It's not S.E. Asia-made like the G310 R which is an emerging-market model. It's bulletproof to almost all things but the rider's screwups ;)

That's on my short list of dream bikes. I've been wanting an R Bike since I was a teen, 20 years ago. I guess not your typical teen.

Srkcycles: I just watched this video and at the 4:22 mark you say that this bike vibrates/kicks to the right, and this is because of the shaft-drive which is on the right side of the motorbike. I love bmws! Safe rides!

I have an '07 R1200R, an earlier version with much the same engine, but a telelever front end. I've toured with it, and chased around twisty Vermont roads. I can carry six loaves of bread in one saddlebag. A peach to ride. I only regret I'm getting too old to push it around the driveway.

Looking for an rninet as my third bike, tried an in-line 4, tried an L-twin, time for a flat now

My first bike was an R850R, amazing bike. Second bike was a Suzuki Vstrom, great bike too but not R bike. Third bike now is an R1150GSA, an excellent bike, perhaps BMW's best yet. Between the engine, the comfort, and the drive shaft... I love these bikes!

In 1980 my "scooter" was a R100 RT. When I wanted to to drag the cylinder head guards while smoking Sportsters and even some GS1000's/KZ900's. Some was rider skill and some was pure torque. It was quick enough but not much for drag racing. In the Sierra twisties it was awesome. When I got home I put the winshield and hard bags back on and ride very comfortably for 1000 -2000 - 3000 miles. It was a spectacular scooter.

I’m a novice just learning about bikes and I love this guy’s reviews. I totally learn a ton...thanks Bro

A zero to sixty time of 3 seconds is phenomenal. I want one.

I told my wife I wanted to go for a nice long, and fun, ride on a BMW. She said no, because she heard it stood for Big Mexican Woman. LOL

I just traded my 2020 GS1250 for 23 R9T…. I LOVE IT!!!!! Total hooligan but chilled if you want. Just needs a fairing and it’s a forever bike IMO

You are a killer bike salesman. You make me want every bike you ride. Props from one salesman to another.

I'm really close to trading my 2017 superduke for a 2020 R1250R, that 1250 shift-cam engine is something else. I'm just a little worried I'm going to miss scaring the shit out of myself with the 1290 😬

Good honest review. I have owned more than 200 motorcycles but still remember my ride on the R9T. Just a fun bike.

Got a R1150R in 2002...still take it out a fair bit..one thing I definitely agree on is the boxer needs something more to stretch out on during a long ride. But if you like a little more steel , with a good feel and 130 , 135 mph is fast enough in a pinch ( without loaded hard bags ) 125 with . Maybe just maybe you'd like something like this . Haven't clocked 0 to 60...but it sounds similar to this model... 50 , 60 mpg IMP. gallons . 43+ when GPing...

You rock Sean and everyone at srk!

I'm getting the feeling he's really not impressed with the speed. How does a 1170 boxer not absolutely fly? If nothing else it's one the most gorgeous bikes I've ever seen.

I have a 2017 RNineT Pure with the brushed aluminum tank and it's a very fun bike to ride and great looking as well. However if you're looking for a bike for long distance touring it's not a bike you want to ride all day. It's comfortable but only to a point. Of course it's not made for touring but it handles great and has plenty of torque. I highly recommend the R Nine T to anyone who wants a great looking and fun bike that won't break the bank.

I like the sound of that akropovik exhaust!

Wicked cool bike! Hey, what do you think that PT Cruiser did in his 0-60?

If you grew up on Japanese bikes, It's hard to go to European and American brands where dealer networks are far fewer and everything is more expensive. Consumer Reports the highest customer satisfaction is with the four Japanese brands. The draw must be status, not merely getting from point A to point B. But, there are many beta males and females out there that think that they can buy status, so hence the existence of brands like bmw, Ducati, Harley Davidson , Indian, Triumph, etc.

I'm actually saving for one of these right now. Its the only bike I've truly fell in love at first sight lol

Great video and review, thank you! That bike really needs some protective crash bars around those cylinders the way they stick out. That would bother me and probably keep me from buying any bike with an engine like this.

I have a Suzuki S40 funnest bike I’ve rode. I have several other bikes Roadstar, Raider, C50. The S40 beats them all in the fun category! That’s why I ride for the enjoyment!

The style of bike is a roadster. Triumph actually invented the style. For years roadsters were the sport bike of the day. Everybody including Harley Davidson came out with their version of the roadster. Harley's version is the Sportster. Today roadsters are a blank canvas that you can make into whatever you want or need. You're right, they don't do anything the best, but they don't need to. I look forward to seeing your show. Take care and be safe. VAUGHN

There a fun EXPENSIVE bike to ride, for the money you dont get to much, naked fun bike for sure, some have heated grips, traction control, modes, abs, wide bars, high and far back pegs, not much element protection, that motor and the baraaaa exhaust is definitely a blast, for a little more money ,u can get the more refined 1200r

There is some interesting Internets talks and rumors about these air cooled BMW twins having some weird resonant low frequency vibrations near 4k in 4th gear. Any thoughts? People have described it as they can feel the standing wave bounce back and forth from front to back of bike (if you are familiar with the engineering standing wave concept).

This is the most gorgeous bike I’ve ever seen.

It's all about the Ride and Adventure. Iam going to buy a 9T in April 23 same colour. It's got huge ..custom me ideas, my last bike was a Ducati Streetfighter 1098, I now need a bike for the Ride and enjoy cruising around. Nice report, love that boxer engine rumble. Stay safe. 😊👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

Adversity*

How would this compare to the XSR900/MT09?

There are a lot of bike channels out there. But I subbed because of the bible segments. It takes a real man to love Jesus AND ride bikes. God bless.

100 horsepower bikes are perfect for the street. My 2018 Super Duke with 177 horsepower and 106 ft psd of torque, your lucky to use half throttle around town. To use all the power safely, you need a track. With high horsepower bikes you barely get into 2nd gear and your in triple digits. This BMW is a perfect naked bike for city use.

My R9T “Racer”, Cafe model is perhaps one of the most visually appealing Bikes ever made. Everywhere I park my Racer it just draws a crowd. I’m glad they only made it for 2 yrs, mine is a 2018 model. 👍

After every sentence he had to cut the video 🤦‍♂️😂

How much for an engine it sounds like a fun upgrade for the 67 beetle thats been in a coma in the garage's life support corner for four decades.

Lovely bike, no fan of BMW but I get what this bike is about

May Icsuggest you look for: Honda cb650r Yamaha xsr700 Suzuki sv650 Suzuki vstrom 650 Yamaha tenere both the 660 and the new 700 (not sold yet) kawasaki Versys 650 Enjoy!!

There is something to be said for a good all-arounder.

What a cool video you’ve made like some sort of pool I sold my art 9T3 months ago and I’m already on the prowl for another one currently I ride a R 1200 hour but this will soon have a baby brother sitting beside it thanks also for all the logic well done

I’m just sitting here waiting for him to review the new Indian ftr1200

High horsepower is Really overrated....trust me.....great if you live in the middle of Nowhere....so you can Actually open the throttle for Longer periods......but it's HORRIBLE for everywhere else!!! There's nothing worse than riding 160hp, and you're going "1/8th" throttle everywhere.....sure you get short bursts to Rip it....but it totally sucks, Not fun as you think....dusting people at stoplights is fun, but gets old.

I have one of these bikes and love it. Course, I love all my bikes. It's fast enough on the road without trying to kill my like the ST4s I had.

You didn't mention the seat. Try to get an R1250 RS, R, RT or GS / GSA (in that order) The bikes fly.

Pretty good price, I see these bikes all the time over $10k. I think you hit it on the head that its an all around retro bike thats not great at any one thing. Here's the thing though, when you buy a bike you usually want it to be the best at something. This bike fits the demographic of someone that wants retro, has more money to spend, but just cruises everywhere they ride. It doesn't have multiple ride maps, but its decent. Comes with heated grips I think which is good in your area. You guys need to get a TTR. I want to see you ride one in sport mode. This BMW is said to have more power at higher speeds than the triumph, but in the sport more with very little exhaust mods..... The TTR kills it. Still, the BMW over all like you said, is a great bike. For me... I think its going to be Triumph Thruxton 1200 R for the retro, fast, great looking up to 3 hour rides, and a BMW GSA for long trips.... FYI most GS bikes you see are water cooled motor driven, this R9T is air cooled. One last little factoid.... If you live in downtown LA, yeah the air isn't so good, LA county though is vast. Where I live which is Long beach, said to have the most good weather days on the planet. (look it up) all but 14-20 days are dry. The temp hits below 50 during the day, once or twice a year. I can surf, skate board, or snow board in the same day in the winter. (when I was younger that is) The Air by the beach which is a 10 minute walk from my door is as clean as PA since the primary air Factory on this planet is the Ocean. I can ride PCH in 2 minutes or so, in 20 minutes I'm in palos verdes. In 45 minutes I'm riding Glendora mountain road, crystal lake cafe, Idylwild, big bear, all within an hour or so........ Anything you can get in another part of the country is right here. And...... it costs...lol Love PA, or any of the 43 states I've visited.... But that air comment was a bit deceiving. No matter what people say about liberal verses Conservative, the primary reason people flock to "LA" is the weather. If the air was as bad as you claim it is, that would not be the case. Keep up the great vids.

It's my understanding that Bob Lutz of Viper fame had a hand in the R90S.

Just sold my heavily modded R9T I loved everything about that bike....But as they say money talks . 9k for that bike with only 4600 miles on It that bike will sell pretty quick .

This is why I love v-twins (and boxers to a lesser extent) in that an in line four feels pretty much like another in line four. Hide all the badges and you can't tell them apart. As for v-twins they all feel that bit different from each other.

Dang thats a sweet bike... A lil jack of all there... And the shaft is really nice...

Coolest looking bike no doubt. Absolutely beautiful

I only like my bikes two ways like my cars! I either want a big powerful comfortable premium bike or a little tiny bike that’s hyper and high strung but with not near enough suspension it makes riding slow fun like being in my small hatch car it’s not fast or slow but it feels like your doing 110mph every where you go 😂 and my dodge is all power and flys but don’t feel like it! So like my bikes if I’m in kill mode don’t jump on the race bike or the fast car or I will over shoot something I forget I can’t really stop I’m actually going 110 now and just not feeling like it! 🥴

$900 for a rear tire replacement....

Try an R1100S from 2002 Been thru three Harvey's since, but the latter is my Keaper

It maybe a good bike, but it looks unbalanced from either side, the gas tank is huge compared to the seat, it looks weird.

I like your videos and maybe you someday make video about Harley Davidson XR1200.

Can't believe this stodgy looking bike did a 3 second 0-60!!! Sean guessed it right. Man, that is sport bike 0-60.

Totally want to ride that to the coffee store 😇

worth watching because now I know how to pronounce the name of that brand of slip on muffler

Hi Sean you should change your clothes style depend on motorcycle you test....i mean not only glove, but also helmet and jacket...maybe it more awesome and more selling point. Imho

That water droplet is spoil ing the video. Only Sean's commentary saves it.

I thought the BMWs were like the least reliable? I would totally be scared too own one honestly.

No fuel gauge (R9T pure), overheats like crazy unless you put an aux fan on it, too heavy and expensive in price and maintenance cost. Yeah it's a "fun" bike.

Hi guys, any chance of doing a test ride on an xdiavel s please?? Love to know your thoughts

Got a question. I'm turning 65 next week and considering buying a bike. The last one I owned and rode was 31 years ago. Life stuff with family prevented me to purchasing another since. That said, kids all grown and I am on my own and like I said am considering getting a bike. I'm not a big guy and don't want no fat boy Harley. Just a bike that I can enjoy cruising around town and maybe short trips of 200 miles or so. I'm thinking that perhaps I should stay in the 500 to 750cc range to get used to the feel again. I'm just wondering what you might suggest for an older guy like myself who wants to get in the wind again.

love your channel and the love for G O single D.

I need to stop watching this channel. I am starting to want to get into biking. A nice red, shiny Ducati would be nice. :)

Still waiting on the video of the clove test were it at I remember you showed a tidbit of it come on already we want to see how good they really are

its nice watching videos ive missed being stuck at home

I'm in the process of selling my kidney and firstborn, but once I do.. BMW here I come.

AkropoWITCH not akropoweek , nobody pronounce VersaKee or DoLkee Gabanna , it slovenian company and they put letter Č which is CH

Is that throttle loose ? cuz I notice when you turn turn it the throttle it moves

Sometimes a brother can me born for diversity, especially if he looks a lot different or is a brother from another mother

Amazing bike for being consistently a typical BMW with good engineering and great refinement

I wish you'd cut out the god squad stuff I had enough of that at school!

Can you tell me what this bike sold for?

Has it been sold? Please what is the price?

Bro fantastic video 👍👍👍

3.3 seconds is my guess. 3:07; good stuff.

With BMW bikes I'm often left scratching my head wondering why it is like the way it is...but, it's fun bike. They have a Quirky way of doing things. Maybe comparable to people who enjoy blue cheese and people who don't?

Little German panzer beast 🙂 Cool ride ..luv to ride it

"a crop a vich" = akropavic

Dose that work that way with girls ......LOL Great Video ...

What is the rider level?

OMG I would fall asleep on the American highways. What is the speed limit? 70 mph? On the German Autobahn my average speed is 124 mph. Sometimes I freak out a bit and drive my Blade Vmax. This is not possible everywhere on the Autobahn, but there are enough tracks WITHOUT tempo limit. What a luck! The R nine T is one of the few BMW motorcycles that I like. Otherwise I do not like BMW products. The Japanese are better. And I love Ducati motorcycles.

Dave7777 picked the error up too. What you said, MAKES NO SENSE. The scripture does. That bike would look cool in any color but black and silver. UGLY! Trash those horrible exhaust pipes.

Great looking machine

At a 110 horse power i would think it would be really fast ???

ya me too

The air in rural Pennsylvania has the odor of manure. Just like many rural areas. That’s fresh to me. Just keep your mouth shut when cruising.

Even the gauges look like a motorcycle.

Can you stretch your legs out? Can you go feet forward as a mod?

Are you guys going to Gettysburg bike week?