Starting from £18,460

R 12 S

R 12 S

The R 12 S brings legendary genetics to the streets in a modern and stylish way. It combines the shapes and colours of the ultimate racing bike from the 1970s, the R 90 S, with modern technology, comfort, and driving dynamics, as well as extensive standard equipment. Based on the R 12 nineT, it gives you a unique riding experience with an unmistakable boxer punch.

R 12 S

Let’s paint the town orange.

The stylish colour scheme and exclusive details are a nod to the R 90 S. The black fork and handlebars, as well as the cockpit fairing with a dark, tinted windscreen, all create strong contrasts. The Shadow & Shadow II Billet packs and the silver spoked wheels are exclusive to the R 12 S. The airbox badge with the red S serves to prove how fun and stylish this bike truly is.
 

Create your own.

The R 12 S is already a work of art as standard. If there is any equipment you want to add on, you can choose from the same selection of accessory products as is available for the R 12 nineT. Among other options, these include the short rear, the titanium rear silencer, and the practical side bags.
 

That boxer feeling.

Even the engine is legendary. Today, as ever, the boxer is the drive of choice when you’re looking for a unique riding experience. With the three riding modes, RAIN, ROAD, and DYNAMIC, you can adapt your riding experience to suit your preferences.
 

An incomparable riding experience.

The ergonomics, which are based on the R 12 nineT, allow you to maintain a dynamic sitting posture. ABS Pro and DTC provide support on the road. The features of the comfort package are included as standard and give you a more intensive riding experience: from shift assistant Pro to Hill Start Control. In colder temperatures, the heated grips keep your hands nice and warm. There’s only one problem: it’s hard to drag yourself off this bike.

Technical Specification

Engine
Rated output 80 kW (109 hp) at 7,000 rpm, A2: 70 kW (95 hp) at 6,500 rpm, OE power reduction: 35 kW (48 hp) at 5,250 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 115 Nm at 6,500 rpm, A2: 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
Exhaust emission standards EU 5+
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed 215 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC 5.1 l
Fuel type Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI
CO2 emission based on WMTC 119 g/km
Electrical System
Alternator Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W (nominal power)
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
Power Transmission
Clutch Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Claw-shifted 6-gear gearbox with separate transmission housing
Drive Cardan
Traction  Control BMW Motorrad DTC
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 aluminium single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel, front / rear 120 mm / 120 mm
Wheels Aluminum spoke wheels
Rim, front 3.50 x 17"
Rim, rear 5.50 x 17''
Tyre, front 120/70 ZR17
Tyre, 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 795 mm
Inner leg curve at unladen weight 1,765 mm
Usable tank volume 16 l
Reserve approx. 3.5 l
Length 2,130 mm (over rear wheel)
Height 1,070 mm (without mirror)
Width 870 mm (above hand lever)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 220 kg*
Permitted total weight 430 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 211 kg

*According to Guideline (EU) 168/2013 with all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refuelled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.

Models

BMW R 12 S
BMW R 12 S
Standard Equipment.

Standard equipment

  • Brushed aluminium tank

  • Riding modes Rain, Road, Dynamic

BMW R 12 S
BMW R 12 S
Standard Equipment.

Standard equipment

  • Brushed aluminium tank

  • Riding modes Rain, Road, Dynamic