Naked Motorcycles

2026BMW R 12 Ninet

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The 2026 BMW R 12 nineT is a modern naked bike powered by a 1170cc boxer engine delivering 107 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque, making it ideal for riders seeking classic styling with contemporary performance and technology. Known for its iconic air-cooled twin-cylinder character and user-friendly handling, this middleweight appeals to both experienced enthusiasts and those transitioning from smaller bikes. Its throttle-by-wire system, electronic fuel injection, and robust 215 km/h top speed combine retro aesthetics with reliable, accessible performance.

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 220.0 kg
Seat height: 795 mm
Power: 107.3 HP (80.0 kW) @ 7000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering78%

City riding70%

Daily riding75%

Touring55%

Two-up55%

Track45%

Best for: Designed as a heritage-styled naked roadster for spirited street riding, weekend backroad carving, and café-racer style presence rather than outright touring or track use.
Built for: Delivers torquey, characterful boxer power with shaft-drive simplicity and a raw, mechanical feel that rewards engaged, involved riding over long-distance comfort.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability, wind protection for long highway hauls, or a plush two-up touring experience.

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

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At 795mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2026 BMW R 12 Ninet, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning 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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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Power: 107.3 HP (80.0 kW) @ 7000 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 128 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: TBMXC01.2R12-003
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.43 L/100km (43.3 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.2 CO g/km
Torque: 115.3 Nm (11.8 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4877 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Oil & air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

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

Performance

Top speed: 215.7 km/h (134.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1519 mm
Overall length: 2129 mm
Overall width: 1069 mm
Overall height: 871 mm
Seat height: 795 mm
Wet weight: 220.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.90 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.40 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular space
Front suspension: Upside-down fork, diameter 45 mm, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound and compression adjustable
Rear suspension: Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rear wheel travel: 119 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.3°
Trail: 132 mm