Overview

2026 BMW R12

Motorcycle

Cruise as you are

You don't have to dream of California. This cruiser brings this unique vibe right to your doorstep. Its low seat height invites you to hop on immediately. As a road surfer, you might want to give your ears some fitting music to listen to. And then: riding towards an endless horizon. Alternatively, you may simply want to listen to the sound of the boxer engine and let its drive system roll you through cities or rock around winding country roads. Enjoy this unique #Soulfuel feeling – life is easy on the R 12.

Starting at $13,145 MSRP

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Engine

Rated output

95 hp at 6,500 rpm

Emission control

Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter

Type

Air/oil-cooled two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead camshafts, four radially arranged valves and central counterbalance shaft

Bore x stroke

101 mm x 73 mm

Capacity

1,170 cc

Max. torque

81 lb-ft at 6,000 rpm

Compression ratio

12.0 : 1

Mixture control

Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed

126 mph

Fuel type

Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

Electrical system

Alternator

Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W (nominal power)

Battery

12 V / 14 Ah

Power transmission

Clutch

Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated

Gearbox

Constant-mesh 6-gear gearbox with separate transmission housing

Drive

Cardan shaft drive

Traction control

BMW Motorrad DTC

Chassis / brakes

Frame

Tubular space frame

Front wheel location / suspension

Upside-down fork, diameter 45 mm

Rear wheel location / suspension

Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable

Suspension travel, front / rear

3.5" / 3.5"

Wheelbase

59.84"

Castor

5.21"

Steering head angle

60.7°

Wheels

Aluminum cast wheels

Rim, front

2.75 x 19"

Rim, rear

4.00 x 16"

Tire, front

100/90 R19

Tire, 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)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight

29.7"

Inner leg curve at unladen weight

69.3"

Usable tank volume

3.7 gal

Reserve

approx. 0.9 gal

Length

86.6" (over rear wheel)

Height

43.7" (without mirror)

Width

32.7" (above hand lever)

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled

500 lbs 1)

Permitted total weight

948 lbs

Payload (with standard equipment)

445 lbs

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 manages traction. 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.

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 optimized for the custom cruiser delivers a rich torque and fine acceleration on the road at low revs. The ROLL riding mode is optimized 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.

Customize it!

The basis for individual ideas is the backbone concept. The classic tubular spaceframe, the flat suspension strut and the new airbox give maximum freedom in the design of the tank seat area. With customizing parts such as the drag bar handlebars or the custom rear end trim, for example, you can give your R 12 a striking bobber style in no time at all.

2026 BMW R12

Cruise as you are

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