BMW R 12 2025 vs. BMW R 18 2025

BMW R 12 2025

BMW R 12 2025

BMW R 18 2025

BMW R 18 2025

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Overview - BMW R 12 2025 vs BMW R 18 2025

BMW R 12 2025

BMW R 12 2025

BMW R 18 2025

BMW R 18 2025

Technical Specifications BMW R 12 2025 compared to BMW R 18 2025

BMW R 12 2025
BMW R 18 2025
BMW R 12 2025
BMW R 12 2025
BMW R 18 2025
BMW R 18 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore107.1 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke100 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power91 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque163 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio9.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore50 mmThrottle Bore48 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,802 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel90 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel90 mmTravel90 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake60.7 degreeRake57.3 degree
TrailTrail132.5 mmTrail150 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,200 mmLength2,440 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth949 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,731 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height754 mmSeat Height720 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)227 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)345 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange274 kmRange285 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions119 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions129 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise86 dBStationary noise94 dB
Stationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentKeyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, USB-C socket

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 12 2025

BMW R 12 2025

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 2025

BMW R 18 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price BMW R 12

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 18

Model year
Current average market prices

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