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Joy E-bike Thunderbolt vs BMW R NineT

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Joy E-bike Thunderbolt or BMW R NineT? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Thunderbolt and R NineT. Joy E-bike Thunderbolt Price starts at Rs.2.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW R NineT Price starts at Rs.19.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Joy E-bike Thunderbolt can generate 5000 W power whereas BMW R NineT is a 2 cylinder, 1170 cc Engine can generate 107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm power. In terms of range, Thunderbolt provides a range of 110km/charge (base model), and R NineT has a mileage of 22 kmpl (base model). Joy E-bike Thunderbolt is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas BMW R NineT is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

Thunderbolt vs R NineT

Key HighlightsJoy E-bike ThunderboltBMW R NineT
PriceRs.2.33 LakhRs.19.00 Lakh
Engine CapacityN/A1170 cc
Power5000 W107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm
Mileage/Range110 km/charge22 kmpl
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Joy E-bike Thunderbolt STD bike
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Rs. 2.33 Lakh
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STD
Rs. 19.00 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Thunderbolt specificationsR NineT specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
2.43 Lakh
21.74 Lakh
User Rating
3.8
3.7
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
18 Litres
Engine Displacement
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1170 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Thunderbolt Brakes, Suspension & TyresR NineT Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
-
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Spoke
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
1
Front Wheel Size
-
17
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
1
Calliper Type
-
Front - 4 Piston, Rear- Double Piston Calliper
Braking System
-
Dual Channel ABS
Front Suspension
Upside down Forks
Upside-Down telescopic fork with 46 mm diameter
Rear Suspension
Monoshock
Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Tyre Size
-
120/70 - ZR17
Rear Tyre Size
-
180/55 - ZR17
Front Type
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
-
265 mm
Rear Type
Disc
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
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Instrumentation

Thunderbolt InstrumentationR NineT Instrumentation
Riding Modes Switch
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1
Fuel level guage
-
Digital
Tachometer
-
Analogue
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Odometer
-
Digital

Body & Suspension

Thunderbolt Body & SuspensionR NineT Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
-
Four-part frame concept with front frame and three-part rear frame

Engine & Transmission

Thunderbolt Engine & TransmissionR NineT Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
-
1170 cc
Engine Type
DC Brushless Hub Motor
Air/oil-cooled 2cylinder&4-stroke boxer engine with 2 camshafts and 4 radially arranged valves per cylinder as well as central counterbalance shaft
No. of Cylinders
-
2
No. of valves per cylinder
-
4
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual
Battery Capacity
5.29 kwh
0.14 kwh
Battery Type
Lithium Ion (Fixed Type)
Maintenance Free
Charging Time
9 hours
-
Range
110 km/charge
353 km/charge
Top Speed
90 kmph
200 kmph
Max Torque
230 Nm
116 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Max Power
5000 W
107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm
Fuelling
-
Fuel Injection
Cooling type
-
Air & Oil Cooled
Charging Socket
-
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Comfort & Convenience

Thunderbolt Comfort & ConvenienceR NineT Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
-
Rain and Road
Low Battery Indicator
-
1
Average Speed Indicator
-
1
Pillion Footrest
-
1
Under Seat Storage
-
No
Engine Kill Switch
-
checkYes
Console Type
Digital
Semi-Digital
Seat Style
Split
-
Start Type
Push Button Start
Electric Start

Safety

Thunderbolt SafetyR NineT Safety
Radial Tyres
-
1
Hazard Warning Switch
-
1
Hazard Warning Indicator
-
1
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
No
Dual Channel ABS
Slipper Clutch
-
Single dry plate clutch& hydraulically operated

Dimensions & Capacity

Thunderbolt Dimensions & CapacityR NineT Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2070 mm
2105 mm
Width
-
865 mm
Height
-
1240 mm
Wheelbase
-
1487 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
177.8 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
18 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
-
4 Litres
Body Type
Commuter
Cafe Racer
Unladden/Kerb Weight
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221 kg
Seat Height
-
805 mm

Entertainment & Communication

Thunderbolt Entertainment & CommunicationR NineT Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
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Pros & Cons

Thunderbolt Pros & ConsR NineT Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Fantastic build quality and highly reliable
  • Looks more macho than most of the similarly priced offerings
  • Very linear power delivery from engine
Cons
  • Exhaust doesn't sound too good
  • Small mirrors lead to poor rear visibility
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Joy E-bike Thunderbolt and BMW R NineT Owner Reviews

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  • R NineT Review
    • HM
      Hitesh Mehta
      2 Year ago
      Review for Joy E-bike Thunderbolt
      4.0
      It is one of the best EV bike.
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    • GS
      Gaurav Singh
      2 Year ago
      Review for Joy E-bike Thunderbolt
      3.8
      One of the best EV bike that I simply love the most.
      Likes (1)
    • Im
      Indraj meena
      1 Year ago
      Review for BMW R NineT
      3.7
      Expensive bike but performance is awesome
      Like
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    Joy E-bike Thunderbolt and BMW R NineT FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Joy E-bike Thunderbolt?
    The on-road price of Joy E-bike Thunderbolt is Rs. 2.43 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of BMW R NineT?
    The on-road price of BMW R NineT is Rs. 21.74 Lakh in New Delhi.