[Moto] BMW R nineT and BMW R nineT Scrambler launched in India

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BMW Motorrad India has launched the new BMW R nineT and BMW R nineT Scrambler in India for Rs 18.50 lakh and 16.75 lakh respectively. The motorcycles are now available at BMW Motorrad dealerships across India and are available as completely built-up units (CBU).Both motorcycles are a throwback to the classic BMW motorcycles of yore and bring them back to the modern era with the latest technology and reliability underneath the retro styling. Smarter design cues include modern tech like the newly designed circular instrument with analogue speedometer display and integrated indicator lights, housed in a high-quality metal casing and bearing the BMW logo. The models now have state-of-the-art LED headlamps including daytime running lights. The motorcycles use the 1,170cc, air and oil-cooled, 2-cylinder boxer engines keeping true to their lineage. The engine gets a new DOHC cylinder head with four valves per cylinder and power is transferred to the wheels via a 6-speed transmission and a shaft drive. The engine produces 109bhp and a maximum torque of 119Nm helping the motorcycles accelerate from 0-100kmph in 3.5 seconds, going on to achieve a top speed of 200kmph.The R nineT and R nineT Scrambler also get two standard riding modes, Rain and Road that make use of the Automatic Stability Control or BMW’s traction control system. Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) along with ABS Pro helps the 4-piston calliper brakes not only stop with assurance but also aid braking while cornering. The rear suspension is also new and is preload adjustable although the R nineT sports upside down forks while the Scrambler sticks to a traditional fork setup.