BMW R 12 2024 vs. BMW R 18 Classic 2022

BMW R 12 2024

BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Technical Specifications BMW R 12 2024 compared to BMW R 18 Classic 2022

BMW R 12 2024

BMW R 18 Classic 2022

BMW R 12 2024

BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	107.1 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	100 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	91 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	110 Nm	Torque	158 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	9.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	50 mm	Throttle Bore	48 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	1,802 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	45 mm	Diameter	49 mm
Travel	Travel	90 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Paralever	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	90 mm	Travel	90 mm
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	60.7 degree	Rake	57.3 degree
Trail	Trail	132.5 mm	Trail	150 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	65 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,200 mm	Length	2,440 mm
Width	Width	830 mm	Width	964 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,731 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	754 mm	Seat Height	710 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	227 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	365 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	86 dB	Stationary noise	99 dB
Stationary noise over 95dB	Stationary noise over 95dB		Stationary noise over 95dB	Yes

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Keyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 12 2024

The BMW R12 is more than just a stylish cruiser. It offers comfort, power and surprising agility - a bike to love for long journeys and short trips alike.

Powerful boxer engine

Lots of charisma but still smooth throttle response

Comfortable but low seating position

Agile handling despite cruiser design

Excellent brakes

Good lean angle-dependent traction control

High-quality cornering ABS

Comfortable riding on long lengths

Great features available

Classic design with a modern touch

Stable road holding

Good feedback even on slippery surfaces

Uncomfortable suspension on poor roads

Footrests quickly touch the ground when riding sporty

Relatively high clutch effort

Little travel limits universal character somewhat

BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 12 vs BMW R 18 Classic

Price BMW R 12

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BMW R 12 2024 vs. BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Technical Specifications BMW R 12 2024 compared to BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 12 2024

BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 12 vs BMW R 18 Classic

Price BMW R 12

Price BMW R 18 Classic

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