Data & equipment

The BMW R 12

The R 12 embodies the unique vibe of a cruiser. In addition to the cruiser flyline that slopes down towards the rear, the equipment is of course also responsible for the relaxed riding experience, allowing you to rider through cities and along country roads in laid-back style. This bike is powered by an air/oil-cooled 1,170-cc boxer engine, which provides plenty of torque and nice acceleration at low revs. You can find out everything else that comes with the #Soulfuel bike here.

Technical data

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

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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

Equipment

Standard equipment

  • Roll/Rock riding modes
  • Keyless Ride
  • 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
  • Complimentary BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service*

Optional equipment

  • Passenger package
  • Classic black spoked wheel and Classic II gold
  • Headlight Pro
  • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
  • Digital Display
  • Design option exhaust system
  • 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
  • M Lightweight battery

Optional accessories

  • Bags and tank bag from the Soulfuel Collection
  • Custom rear end trim
  • Black drag bar handlebars
  • Tour windscreen
  • Comfort seat
  • ConnectedRide Navigator
  • and much more

* BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service (“600 Mile Service”) is included with each new 2026 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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