BMW R NINET (2014–2016) — Specs
Identity
Manufacturer: BMW
Model: R NINET
Category: Motorcycle
Type: Motorcycle
Years: 2014 → 2016
Engine
Displacement (cc): 1170
Cylinders: 2
Power (hp): 110
Power (kW): 81
Torque (Nm): 116
Dimensions
Overall length: 2120 mm
Overall width: 870 mm
Overall height: 1235 mm
Wheelbase: 1496 mm
Ground clearance: 130 mm
Weight (kg): 222
Seat height (mm): 785
Tank (L): 18
Tires
Front tire: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tire: 180/55 ZR17
Front pressure (bar): 2.5
Rear pressure (bar): 2.5
Drivetrain
Drive chain: shaft drive
Ignition
Spark plug: NGK MAR8B-JDS
Plug gap: 0.8 mm
Fluids & Filters
Engine oil: SAE15W-50, API SJ
Engine oil (with filter, L): 4
Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF160
Air filter: Hiflofiltro HFA7917
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / WMTC: 5.0 L/100 km
Real-world range: ~360 km on a full tank (18.0 L)
Note: real-world ±15-30% depending on riding style
Service
Battery: HVT-04
Service interval (km): 10000
Service interval (months): 12
Valve check (km): 24000
Parts and consumables for this motorcycle
Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.
Service notes
Service interval: every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.13-0.23 mm, exhaust cold 0.30-0.40 mm. Engine oil: oil grade SAE15W-50, API SJ, 4 L with filter change. Spark plug: NGK MAR8B-JDS (gap 0.8 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 4. Drive: shaft drive. Tire pressure: front 2.5 bar, rear 2.5 bar (cold). Tire size: front 120/70 ZR17, rear 180/55 ZR17. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.
OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.
Engine oil
Spec: SAE 5W-40, 4.0 L (with filter)
- OEM OEM recommended engine oil (SAE 15W-50)
- Premium Motul 7100
- Premium Motul 5100
Which Motul for this bike?
| Motul 7100 4T ✓ | Motul 5100 4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic | Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic |
| Best for | Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track | Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use |
| RPM protection | Excellent — ester base, stable under load | Good — for normal riding conditions |
- Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T
- Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech
Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic
| Fully Synthetic | Semi-Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Base oil | 100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO) | Mineral oil + synthetic additives |
| Heat resistance | Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM | Good — suitable for normal temperatures |
| Cold start | Better — reaches engine faster when cold | Good — adequate for normal climates |
| Change interval | Longer (up to 10,000 km) | Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical) |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Oil filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HF160
- OEM OEM oil filter
- Premium Hiflofiltro HF160
- Premium K&N KN-160
- Standard Champion COF
- Standard Vesrah SF
Air filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HFA7917
- OEM OEM air filter
- Premium K&N Replacement Air Filter
- Premium DNA High Performance
- Standard Hiflofiltro HFA7917
- Standard Champion CAF
Spark plug
Spec: NGK MAR9A-J, gap 0.8-0.9 mm
- OEM NGK MAR9A-J
- Premium NGK MAR9A-J
- Premium Denso Iridium Power
- Standard NGK MAR9A-J
- Standard Denso Standard
Front brake pads
Spec: OEM front pad (EBC equivalent: FA294HH)
- OEM OEM front brake pads
- Premium Brembo Z04 / SC
- Premium EBC FA294HH
- Standard EBC FA294 (organic)
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas Sintered
Rear brake pads
Spec: OEM rear pad (EBC equivalent: FA213HH)
- OEM OEM rear brake pads
- Premium Brembo SP
- Premium EBC FA213HH
- Standard EBC FA213 (organic)
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas
Front tire
Spec: 120/70 ZR17, 2.5 bar
- OEM OEM front: 120/70 ZR17
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Rear tire
Spec: 180/55 ZR17, 2.5 bar
- OEM OEM rear: 180/55 ZR17
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Battery
Spec: OEM battery: Yuasa HVT-04
- OEM OEM battery: BMW HVT-01 (12V 12Ah AGM)
- Premium BMW HVT-01 (12V 12Ah AGM)
- Premium Motobatt Quadflex
- Standard Exide AGM
- Standard Varta Powersports
Brake fluid
Spec: DOT 4
- OEM OEM recommended brake fluid (DOT 4)
- Premium Motul RBF 600 / 660
- Premium Castrol React SRF
- Standard TotalEnergies HBF4
- Standard Elf BRAKE FLUID DOT 4
Coolant
- OEM OEM recommended coolant
- Premium Motul Motocool Factory Line
- Premium Engine Ice
- Standard TotalEnergies Coolelf
- Standard Elf Coolelf Auto Supra
Service interval
Spec: 10 000 km / 12 months
- OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
- OEM Air filter inspection
- OEM Spark plug check
- OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years
Valve check
Spec: 24 000 km
- OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.13-0.23 mm
- OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.30-0.40 mm
Suspension
Spec: 46 mm USD fork / 575 ml
- OEM Fork: 46 mm USD fork
- OEM Fork oil grade: 575 ml
Drive chain
- OEM OEM chain (matches OEM pitch and length)
- Premium DID VX3 X-Ring
- Premium DID ZVM-X Pro
- Standard JT Sprockets HDR
- Standard AFAM A5
