BMW R 12 2025 vs. BMW R 12 G/S 2025

BMW R 12 2025

BMW R 12 2025

BMW R 12 G/S 2025

BMW R 12 G/S 2025

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Technical Specifications BMW R 12 2025 compared to BMW R 12 G/S 2025

BMW R 12 2025
BMW R 12 G/S 2025
BMW R 12 2025
BMW R 12 2025
BMW R 12 G/S 2025
BMW R 12 G/S 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power109 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore50 mmThrottle Bore50 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
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel90 mmTravel210 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel90 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake60.7 degreeRake63.1 degree
TrailTrail132.5 mmTrail120.8 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Engine drag torque control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,200 mmLength2,200 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth830 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,580 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height754 mmSeat Height860 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)227 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)229 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange274 kmRange313 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions119 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions119 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100km
Stationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentKeyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-HeadlightsEquipmentHeated grips, Keyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights

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 12 G/S 2025

BMW R 12 G/S 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 12 vs BMW R 12 G/S

Price BMW R 12

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 12 G/S

Model year
Current average market prices

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