Data & Equipment

Data & equipment

The BMW R 12 nine T

The R 12 nineT turns the road into a stage and provides you a stylish appearance. The unmistakable roadster combines classic elements with state-of-the-art technology to create a distinctive work of art. The iconic bike is powered by the legendary boxer engine, which has been thrilling fans with its punch for decades. You can find out everything about the extensive technical equipment of the #Soulfuel bike on this page.

Technical data

Engine

Rated output
109 hp at 7,000 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
85 lb-ft at 6,500 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
134 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 / 10 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

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Chassis / brakes

Frame
Tubular space frame
Front wheel location / suspension
Upside-down fork, diameter 45 mm, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound and compression adjustable
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
4.7" / 4.7"
Wheelbase
59.5"
Castor
4.35"
Steering head angle
62.3°
Wheels
Aluminum cast wheels
Rim, front
3.50 x 17"
Rim, rear
5.50 x 17''
Tire, front
120/70 ZR17
Tire, rear
180/55 ZR17
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
31.3"
Inner leg curve at unladen weight
69.5"
Usable tank volume
4.2 gal
Reserve
approx. 0.9 gal
Length
83.8" (over rear wheel)
Height
42.12" (without mirror)
Width
34.3" (above hand lever)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled
485 lbs
1)
Permitted total weight
948 lbs
Payload (with standard equipment)
465 lbs

1) With all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refueled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.

Equipment

Standard equipment

  • Aluminum tank
  • Riding modes Rain, Road and Dynamic
  • Keyless Ride
  • Fully adjustable upside-down fork and suspension strut with progressive damping
  • Dynamic engine brake control
  • Partial integral brake system
  • ABS Pro
  • Dynamic Traction Control
  • Newly designed exhaust system

Optional equipment

  • Single seat
  • Classic black spoked wheel
  • Headlight Pro
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
  • Digital Display
  • ConnectedRide Control, including smartphone holder
  • Comfort package (including shift assistant Pro, cruise control, Hill Start Control Pro and grip heating)
  • Option 719, including milled parts packages

Optional accessories

  • Bags and tank bag from the Soulfuel Collection
  • Cockpit fairing
  • Rear end trim, short
  • Titanium rear silencer
  • ConnectedRide Navigator
  • and much more
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