Data & equipment

The BMW R 12 S

With its comprehensive standard equipment, the R 12 S lets you relive the spirit of the 1970s with its aesthetic, while enjoying state-of-the-art technology. Of course, the iconic bike is also 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 / 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

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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 spoke 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

  • Brushed aluminum tank
  • Riding modes Rain, Road, Dynamic
  • Fully adjustable upside-down fork with progressive dumping
  • Dynamic engine brake control
  • Partial integrated brake system BMW Motorrad ABS PRO
  • Dynamic Traction Control
  • Hill Start Control
  • Headlight Pro
  • Shift Assistant Pro
  • Single seat
  • Option 719 Classic II wheel
  • Sport tires
  • Heated grips
  • Cruise control
  • Option 719 Shadow milled parts
  • Option 719 Shafow II milled parts
  • Black fork and black handlebars
  • Special paint in Lava Orange Metallic
  • R 12 S airbox badge
  • Cockpit fairing from the accessories range incl. dark tinted windscreen
  • Keyless Ride
  • Complimentary BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service*

Optional equipment

  • Tire Pressure Monitor
  • ConnectedRide control
  • Digital Display

Optional accessories

  • Bags and tank bag from the Soulfuel Collection
  • Rear end trim, short
  • Titanium rear silencer
  • ConnectedRide Navigator
  • Anti-theft alarm
  • and much more

* BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service (“600 Mile Service”) is included with each new 2025 BMW motorcycle. Time and mileage limits apply (maximum 6 months from the In-Service date or maximum 750 miles, whichever comes first). See your authorized BMW Motorrad dealer for complete details and scheduling.

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Ready for an icon? With our configurator, you can put your R 12 S together exactly how you want it.

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