95 hp / 69.9 kW
Power
110 Nm
Torque
227 kg
Weight
1,170 ccm
Displacement
203 km/h
Top Speed
The BMW R 12 is BMW's classic cruiser: an air-cooled 1170 cc Boxer with 95 hp and 110 Nm, shaft drive and purist chassis technology – timeless design for lovers of authentic BMW heritage.
Model Details
| Lifecycle | current |
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Model Info
| Vehicle Type | street |
| Target Audience | Heritage and cruiser fans, leisure riders and BMW boxer enthusiasts looking for a purist, customizable motorcycle with classic character |
Engine & Performance
| Engine Type | Air/oil-cooled 2-cylinder boxer engine, DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder, balance shaft |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 1,170 ccm |
| Bore x Stroke | 101 x 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12,0:1 |
| Power | 95 hp |
| Power (kW) | 69.9 kW |
| Power at RPM | 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 110 Nm |
| Torque at RPM | 6,000 rpm |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection (BMS-O) |
| Cooling | Air/oil cooling |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5+ |
Drivetrain
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Final Drive | Shaft drive |
| Clutch | Dry clutch, hydraulically actuated |
Performance
| Top Speed | 203 km/h |
| Power-to-Weight | 0.4 hp/kg |
Chassis & Suspension
| Frame Type | Steel tubular trellis frame, engine self-supporting |
| Front Fork | USD telescopic fork |
| Fork Diameter | 45 mm |
| Front Travel | 90 mm |
| Front Suspension Adj. | not adjustable |
| Rear Shock | Paralever with central shock |
| Rear Travel | 90 mm |
| Rear Suspension Adj. | Preload, rebound |
Brakes
| Front Disc Count | 2 |
| Front Disc Size | 310 mm |
| Front Caliper | 4-piston fixed caliper, radial |
| Rear Disc Size | 265 mm |
| Rear Caliper | 2-piston floating caliper |
| ABS | Yes |
| ABS Type | ABS Pro (part-integral) |
Dimensions & Weight
| Seat Height | 754 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,518 mm |
| Rake | 29.3 ° |
| Trail | 133 mm |
| Wet Weight | 227 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 14 L |
| Length | 2,200 mm |
| Height | 1,110 mm |
Tires & Wheels
| Front Tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear Tire | 150/80-16 |
| Front Wheel | 2.75 x 19 |
| Rear Wheel | 4.00 x 16 |
Electronics & Rider Aids
| Riding Modes | Yes |
| Mode Count | 2 |
| Mode Names | Roll, Rock |
| Traction Control | Yes |
Display & Connectivity
| Display | Analog round instrument (TFT optional) |
| Keyless | Yes |
Lighting
| Headlight | LED |
Price & Availability
| Market Launch | Spring 2024 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Characterful 1170 cc boxer engine, strong 110 Nm of torque, low 754 mm seat height, low-maintenance shaft drive, high build quality, extensive customization potential
Weaknesses
- High weight of 227 kg, few electronic rider aids in standard trim, no wind or weather protection, limited standard equipment
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