Adventure Motorcycles

2012BMW R 1200 GS Rallye

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The 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye is a versatile adventure motorcycle designed for both on-road and off-road exploration, appealing to riders seeking long-distance capability and rugged terrain performance. Known for its legendary boxer engine reliability, comfortable ergonomics with adjustable seat heights, and impressive fuel range of 33 liters, it excels as an expedition machine for adventurous touring riders worldwide.

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, two-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 223.0 kg
Seat height: 890 mm
Power: 48.0 HP (35.3 kW)

⇄ Compare with another bike All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (2)

Other years 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail85%

Cornering75%

City riding55%

Daily riding65%

Touring93%

Two-up75%

Track45%

Best for: Built as an adventure-touring flagship, it excels at long-distance travel that mixes highway miles with genuine off-road excursions.
Built for: It delivers a confident, torquey boxer power delivery with excellent stability and premium chassis composure across varied surfaces.
Not ideal for: It's not the right choice for shorter riders seeking a light, nimble city commuter or for those wanting pure track-focused sportbike performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 890mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Power: 48.0 HP (35.3 kW)
Torque: 120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, two-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.60 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2152 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Oil & air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1510 mm
Overall length: 2240 mm
Overall width: 953 mm
Overall height: 1525 mm
Seat height: 890 mm
Dry weight: 223.0 kg
Wet weight: 256.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 33.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load- bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front suspension: BMW Motorrad Telelever
Rear suspension: Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front wheel travel: 210 mm
Rear wheel travel: 220 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.8°
Trail: 89 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Optional integral ABS. Can be switched off.
Front brakes diameter: 305 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Optional integral ABS. Can be switched off.
Rear brakes diameter: 265 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 110/80-R19
Rear tyre: 150/70-R17

Other

Color options: Silver/red/blue

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2012	2014	2015	2017	2018
Capacity	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc
Dry weight	223 kg	223 kg	223 kg	223 kg	223 kg
Seat height	890 mm	890 mm	890 mm	890 mm	850 mm
Fuel capacity	33 L	33 L	33 L	33 L	20 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 2 recalls may apply

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPFeb 2021 · 21V060000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.

Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNALAug 2017 · 17E052000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain accessory turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS and F800GS, 2013-2017 F800GT, 2015-2016 F800R, 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure, 2014-2016 S1000R, 2015-2017 R1200R, 2016-2017 R1200RS, and 2010-2017 S1000RR motorcycles. As designed, these accessory turn signals may be insufficiently visible to other drivers, and, as such, fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: If other drivers cannot easily see the turn signals, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

These recalls cover some 2012 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all BMW recalls →