BMW R 12 nineT 2025 vs. Kawasaki W800 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2025

BMW R 12 nineT 2025

Kawasaki W800 2024

Kawasaki W800 2024

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Overview - BMW R 12 nineT 2025 vs Kawasaki W800 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2025

BMW R 12 nineT 2025

Kawasaki W800 2024

Kawasaki W800 2024

Technical Specifications BMW R 12 nineT 2025 compared to Kawasaki W800 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2025
Kawasaki W800 2024
BMW R 12 nineT 2025
BMW R 12 nineT 2025
Kawasaki W800 2024
Kawasaki W800 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke83 mm
Engine powerEngine power109 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque62.9 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque4,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio8.4
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement773 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel107 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle
TrailTrail110.7 mmTrail94 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter270 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,130 mmLength2,135 mm
WidthWidth870 mmWidth925 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,511 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height770 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)220 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)217 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 12 nineT 2025

BMW R 12 nineT 2025

BMW has not only given the nineT model series an updated name and a polished design, but also a large chunk of versatility. It remains the characterful naked bike with a vibrant boxer engine, but can also offer significantly more riding pleasure thanks to the new ergonomics, adjustable suspension, better brakes and quickshifter for the first time. Looking good, relaxed cruising or pops through the twisties - the BMW R 12 nineT can do it all!

Great old-school boxer with now EU5+ homologation

First modern quickshifter for this engine

Top brakes

Very sensitive, fully adjustable chassis

Versatile ergonomics

Lots of cool accessory options Agile riding performance

Quickshifter very jerky when shifting up in some situations

Clutch requires a lot of manual force

Considerable price, especially with accessories

Kawasaki W800 2024

Kawasaki W800 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 12 nineT vs Kawasaki W800

Price BMW R 12 nineT

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki W800

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Current average market prices

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