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BMW R NineT Scrambler vs Suzuki Katana

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R NineT Scrambler or Suzuki Katana? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R NineT Scrambler and Katana. BMW R NineT Scrambler Price starts at Rs.17.25 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Suzuki Katana Price starts at Rs.13.61 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. BMW R NineT Scrambler is 2 cylinder, 1170 cc Engine can generate 107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm power whereas Suzuki Katana is a 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate N/A power. In terms of mileage, R NineT Scrambler provides a mileage of 19.6 kmpl (base model), and Katana has a mileage of 23 kmpl (base model). BMW R NineT Scrambler is available in 4 colours & 1 variants whereas Suzuki Katana is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

R NineT Scrambler vs Katana

Key HighlightsBMW R NineT ScramblerSuzuki Katana
PriceRs.17.25 LakhRs.13.61 Lakh
Engine Capacity1170 cc999 cc
Power107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpmN/A
Mileage/Range19.6 kmpl23 kmpl
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BMW R NineT Scrambler STD bike
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Rs. 17.25 Lakh
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Rs. 13.61 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

R NineT Scrambler specificationsKatana specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
19.73 Lakh
15.57 Lakh
User Rating
3.7
3.7
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Displacement
1170 cc
999 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

R NineT Scrambler Brakes, Suspension & TyresKatana Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
17
-
Wheel Type
Alloy
-
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
1
-
Front Wheel Size
19
-
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
1
-
Calliper Type
Front -4-Piston , Rear-2 Piston Calliper
-
Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
-
Front Suspension
Telescopic forks with 43 mm fixed-tube diameter
Inverted telescopic& coil spring& oil damped
Rear Suspension
Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Link type& coil spring& oil damped
Front Tyre Size
120/70 - R19
120/70 ZR17M/C
Rear Tyre Size
170/60 - R17
190/50 ZR17M/C
Front Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
265 mm
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Rear Type
Disc
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
checkYes
checkYes

Instrumentation

R NineT Scrambler InstrumentationKatana Instrumentation
Riding Modes Switch
1
-
Fuel level guage
Digital
-
Tachometer
Analogue
-
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Body & Suspension

R NineT Scrambler Body & SuspensionKatana Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Three-section frame consisting of one front and two rear sections
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Engine & Transmission

R NineT Scrambler Engine & TransmissionKatana Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
1170 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
Air/oil-cooled 2cylinder&4-stroke boxer engine with 2 camshafts and 4 radially arranged valves per cylinder as well as central counterbalance shaft
Four-stroke& liquid-cooled& DOHC& in-line four
No. of Cylinders
2
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
-
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.14 kwh
-
Battery Type
Maintenance Free
-
Range
333 km/charge
-
Top Speed
200 kmph
243 kmph
Max Torque
116 Nm @ 6000 rpm
-
Max Power
107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm
-
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Cooling type
Air & Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Charging Socket
checkYes
-
Bore x Stroke
101x73 mm
73.4 mm x 59.0 mm

Comfort & Convenience

R NineT Scrambler Comfort & ConvenienceKatana Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
Rain and Road
-
Low Battery Indicator
1
-
Pillion Footrest
1
-
Under Seat Storage
No
-
Engine Kill Switch
checkYes
-
Console Type
Semi-Digital
-
Start Type
Electric Start
Electric Start

Safety

R NineT Scrambler SafetyKatana Safety
Radial Tyres
1
-
Hazard Warning Switch
1
-
Hazard Warning Indicator
1
-
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel ABS
checkYes
Slipper Clutch
Single dry plate clutch& hydraulically operated
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Dimensions & Capacity

R NineT Scrambler Dimensions & CapacityKatana Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2175 mm
2130 mm
Width
865 mm
820 mm
Height
1330 mm
1100 mm
Wheelbase
1527 mm
1460 mm
Ground Clearance
177.8 mm
140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
4 Litres
3.1 Litres
Body Type
Cafe Racer
Sports Bike
Unladden/Kerb Weight
223 kg
217 kg
Seat Height
820 mm
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Entertainment & Communication

R NineT Scrambler Entertainment & CommunicationKatana Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
checkYes
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Pros & Cons

R NineT Scrambler Pros & ConsKatana Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Looks stunning with a retro-neo design theme
  • Powerful engine with linear delivery
  • Quite nimble on city streets and feels at home even on the highways
  • The iconic Katana brand name enjoys a strong global reputation
  • Unique styling and bold looks
  • Retro-design makes up for an eye-candy aura for the bike
Cons
  • Doesn't have too many hi-tech features
  • Slightly expensive to buy and run
  • Design might not be of everyone’s liking
  • Limited colour options
  • Priced on the brighter side
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R NineT Scrambler and Suzuki Katana

Transmission

BMW R NineT Scrambler comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Katana comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

BMW R NineT Scrambler has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1330 mm seat height. Suzuki Katana has 1100 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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BMW R NineT Scrambler and Suzuki Katana Owner Reviews

  • R NineT Scrambler Review
  • Katana Review
    • JS
      Jaswinder Singh
      1 Year ago
      Review for BMW R NineT Scrambler
      3.7
      Comfortable riding position but i don't like exhaust position overall bike is good
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    • Vr
      V ramamurthy
      1 Year ago
      Review for Suzuki Katana
      3.7
      Easy to ride in the city but expensive to maintain
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    BMW R NineT Scrambler and Suzuki Katana FAQs

    What is the on-road price of BMW R NineT Scrambler?
    The on-road price of BMW R NineT Scrambler is Rs. 19.73 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Suzuki Katana?
    The on-road price of Suzuki Katana is Rs. 15.57 Lakh in New Delhi.