Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2026 vs. BMW R 12 2024

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2026

BMW R 12 2024

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2026 compared to BMW R 12 2024

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2026

BMW R 12 2024

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2026

BMW R 12 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	72.3 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	152 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	128 Nm	Torque	110 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	12
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	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	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,252 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control, Modern electronics, Suspension	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,270 mm	Length	2,200 mm
Width	Width	975 mm	Width	830 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,585 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	754 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	263 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	227 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21.2 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	432 km	Range	274 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	125 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	119 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable, Modern electronics, Comfort, Lighting, Windshield	Equipment	Keyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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