The motorcycle has a laid-back silhouette, with classic proportions being established by the boxer engine, a compact sheet fuel tank and the slim-lined, filigree rear.
The instrument cluster is integrated into the front section of the new Scrambler and features a classic speedometer with analogue display. The bike has a dual-row LCD display showing important information such as time and trip distance.
Other eye-catching elements are the painted 17-litre sheet-steel fuel tank and the trim cover made of aluminium sheet with embossed R nineT inscription, which runs across the air intake duct on the right of the new Scrambler. The air intake has a clear anodised surface.
The passenger frame can be dismounted, allowing the bike to be used either by two people or by the rider only. Suspension geometry is tuned for sound handling and neutral cornering response.
Front wheel suspension is in the form of a telescopic fork with rubber gaiters and a spring travel of 125mm. Rear wheel suspension has a Paralever single-sided swinging arm as used in other boxer models. Suspension and damping are carried out via a central sprint strut with a spring travel of 140mm. Fitted with light alloy cast wheels, the new Scrambler has a 19-inch front wheel with tyre sizes of 120/70-19 at the front and 170/60-17 at the rear.
Most notably however, is a raised exhaust with two vertically arranged rear silencers. It is fitted very close to the body, reinforcing its slim appearance. Producing a sonorous boxer sound, it also adheres to the new noise emission regulations. A large-size catalytic converter ensures even more effective exhaust gas cleaning.
The ergonomic triangle of handlebars-seat-footrests was revised to achieve a more upright seating position. With handlebars that are higher than the BMW R nineT, slightly reduced seat upholstery and rider footrests that are positioned somewhat lower and further to the rear, the new Scrambler gives the rider a relaxed ride feel.
The longitudinally mounted 2-cylinder boxer engine with power transmission via universal-shaft drive has been synonymous with BMW motorcycles for more than nine decades. The bike features the familiar air/oil-cooled boxer engine with 101-millimetre bore, 73-millimetre stroke and therefore a capacity of 1,170 cc. Its peak output is 110 hp and the maximum torque of 116 Nm goes on stream at 6,000 rpm, with a maximum engine speed of 8,500 rpm.
Fuel consumption stands at 5.3 l/100km. Power transmission to the rear wheel is via the 6-speed gearbox and the universal-shaft drive.
ABS is standard and there are 320-millimetre brake discs at the front and a 265mm single-disc brake at the back.
The bike will be made available in the Monolith metallic matt paint finish. A limited edition Hand Brushed Aluminium Fuel Tank with Visible Weave Weld is available. The bike will be displayed at the Oct 28-30 Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix.
