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Laid back instead of fast foward
The R 12 epitomises a casual lifestyle. Dress code: smart casual. Style: classic. Iconic design features, like the round instrument, make it unmistakeable. The memorable design is primarily defined by the tank, seat, airbox cover and the front and rear mudguards.
What you see is what you feel
Just look at it standing there; like a promise. Every journey on it will feel like this: simple, beautiful, relaxed. The classic cruiser flyline, which slopes down towards the rear, is formed by the solo seat in conjunction with the large rear-wheel cover. The teardrop-shaped steel tank, modelled on the former toaster tanks, blends in harmoniously. The rear section looks compact and coordinated thanks to the function-integrated indicator lamps with integrated rear light. 19" front wheel and 16" rear wheel round off the flat, laid-back appearance.
Rock’n’roll on the road
With the legendary drive and the ROLL and ROCK riding modes, you can switch from seriously laid-back to dynamic whenever you feel like it. This boxer engine optimised for the custom cruiser delivers a rich torque and fine acceleration on the road at low revs. The ROLL riding mode is optimised for a balanced cruiser feeling. The ROCK riding mode makes you want to chase bends dynamically with optimum stability. As a special highlight, the R 12 moves a little rockier when idling.
Hang Loose
How relaxed can you be when riding? The special handlebar and footrest ergonomics ensure an outstanding cruiser feeling with a relaxed sitting position. The low seat height is inviting and as perfect for first-time riders as it is for born-again bikers. More reasons to stay relaxed: ABS Pro regulates the braking effect depending on the lean angle and DTC also increases riding safety. Lean back and enjoy your ride.
The spirit of easy
Just get on. The R 12 will take you anywhere in comfort. Start without a key thanks to Keyless Ride. Use your smartphone for sat nav with the optional ConnectedRide Control, including mobile phone holder. Have everything displayed even more clearly on the optional Digital Display. Shift between gears without actuating the clutch with the shift assistant of the optional comfort package.
| Type | Air/oil-cooled two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead camshafts, four radially arranged valves and central counterbalance shaft |
| Bore / stroke | 101 mm x 73 mm |
| Capacity | 1,170 cc |
| Rated output | 70 kW (95 hp) at 6,500 rpm, OE power reduction: 35 kW (48 hp) at 5.250 rpm |
| Max. torque | 110 Nm at 6,000 rpm, OE power reduction: 98 Nm at 3,000 rpm |
| Compression ratio | 12.0 : 1 |
| Mixture control | Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire |
| Emission control | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter |
| Maximum speed | 203 km/h |
| Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC | 5.1 l |
| CO2 emission based on WMTC | 119 g/km |
| Fuel type | Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI |
| Alternator | Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W (nominal power) |
| Battery | 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free |
| Clutch | Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Gearbox | Claw-shifted 6-gear gearbox with separate transmission housing |
| Drive | Cardan |
| Frame | Tubular space frame |
| Front wheel location / suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm |
| Rear wheel location / suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable |
| Suspension travel, front / rear | 90 mm / 90 mm |
| Wheelbase | Aluminium cast wheels |
| Rim, front | 2.75 x 19" |
| Rim, rear | 4.00 x 16" |
| Tyre, front | 100/90 R19 |
| Tyre, rear | 150/80 R16 |
| Brake, front | Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston Monobloc radial brake caliper |
| Brake, rear | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper |
| ABS | BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral) |
| Seat height | 754 mm |
| Inner leg curve | 1,760 mm |
| Usable tank volume | 14 l |
| Reserve | approx. 3.5 l |
| Length (over topcase) | 2,200 mm (over rear wheel) |
| Height (at windshield and topcase, DIN-unladen weight) | 1,110 mm (without mirror) |
| Width (incl. side cases) | 830 mm (above hand lever) |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled | 227 kg |
| Permitted total weight | 430 kg |
| Payload (with standard equipment) | 202 kg |