How many gears does the 2025 R 12 S have?

The 2025 R 12 S has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What category is the 2025 R 12 S?

The 2025 R 12 S has a Category of Custom / cruiser.

R 12 S - 2025 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 2025 R 12 S
Brand: BMW

The 2025 BMW R 12 S is a modern retro cruiser designed for riders seeking classic styling with contemporary reliability and efficiency. Its air and oil-cooled engine delivers smooth, accessible performance while the shaft drive and dry sump lubrication ensure low maintenance. Best known for combining timeless BMW boxer heritage with excellent fuel economy and comfortable long-distance touring capability.

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General information
Color Options	Lava orange Metallic
Color Options	Lava orange Metallic
Price	US$ 21590. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Price	US$ 21590. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Category	Custom / cruiser
Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	BMW R 12 S
Model	BMW R 12 S
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Starting	Electric
Starting	Electric
Emission Details	Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Emission	115.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel Consumption	4.96 litres/100 km (20.2 km/l or 47.42 mpg)
Emission Details	Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Clutch	Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Emission	115.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Final Drive	Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Fuel Consumption	4.96 litres/100 km (20.2 km/l or 47.42 mpg)
Clutch	Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox	6-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Cooling System	Oil & air
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling System	Oil & air
Fuel Control	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel Control	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Induction	Injection
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Induction	Injection
Bore x Stroke	101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Max Torque	109.8 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Max Torque	109.8 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Engine Details	Four radially arranged valves and central counterbalance shaft
Engine Details	Four radially arranged valves and central counterbalance shaft
Engine Type	Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Engine Type	Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Capacity	1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Capacity	1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel Capacity	15.90 litres (4.20 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1519 mm (59.8 inches)
Fuel Capacity	15.90 litres (4.20 US gallons)
Overall Width	1070 mm (42.1 inches)
Wheelbase	1519 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall Length	2129 mm (83.8 inches)
Overall Width	1070 mm (42.1 inches)
Overall Height	871 mm (34.3 inches)
Overall Length	2129 mm (83.8 inches)
Seat Height	795 mm (31.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height	871 mm (34.3 inches)
Wet Weight	220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Seat Height	795 mm (31.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wet Weight	220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)

R 12 S dimensions and frame
Wheels	Cast aluminum
Rear Brakes	Single disc. ABS. Floating calipers. Two-piston.
Wheels	Cast aluminum
Brake Disc Diameter	265 mm (10.4 inches)
Rear Brakes	Single disc. ABS. Floating calipers. Two-piston.
Front Brakes	Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
Brake Disc Diameter	265 mm (10.4 inches)
Rear Tyre	180/55-R17
Front Brakes	Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
Front Tyre	120/70-17
Rear Tyre	180/55-R17
Rear Wheel Travel	119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front Tyre	120/70-17
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel	119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front Wheel Travel	119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable
Front Suspension	Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm
Trail	132 mm (5.2 inches)
Front Wheel Travel	119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front Suspension	Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm
Frame	Tubular space
Trail	132 mm (5.2 inches)
Frame	Tubular space

Speed and acceleration
Top Speed	215.7 km/h (134.0 mph)
Top Speed	215.7 km/h (134.0 mph)
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Electrical	Permanent magnet alternator, 660 W. 12 V / 14 Ah battery
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Electrical	Permanent magnet alternator, 660 W. 12 V / 14 Ah battery
Reserve fuel capacity	3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity	3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons)
Rake (fork angle)	29.3°
Rake (fork angle)	29.3°
Lubrication system	Dry sump
Lubrication system	Dry sump
Output	109.0 HP (79.6 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Output	109.0 HP (79.6 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Year of manufacture	2025
Year of manufacture	2025