Rock ’n’ roll on the road. With the legendary drive and the ROLL and ROCK riding modes, you can switch from seriously laid-back to dynamic whenever you feel like it. This boxer engine optimized for the custom cruiser delivers a rich torque and fine acceleration on the road at low revs. The ROLL riding mode is optimized for a balanced cruiser feeling. The ROCK riding mode makes you want to chase bends dynamically with optimum stability.
Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2026 BMW R12: BE THE ROCK AND ROLLER.
Introducing the 2026 BMW R12…
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 don’t have to dream of California. This cruiser brings this unique vibe right to your doorstep. Its low seat height invites you to hop on immediately. As a road surfer, you might want to give your ears some fitting music to listen to. And then: riding towards an endless horizon. Alternatively, you may simply want to listen to the sound of the boxer engine and let its drive system roll you through cities or rock around winding country roads. Enjoy this unique #Soulfuel feeling – life is easy on the R 12.
2026 BMW R12 Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- 95 hp
- 500 lbs vehicle curb weight, fully fueled/road-ready
- 3.7 gal tank capacity
- 29.7 in. seat height
- Air/oil-cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine
- Shine on: gold and black spoked wheels
- Technical highlight: LED headlight
- Inviting: extra low seat height
- Hi-tech on board: the brake system
- Dynamics and comfort: Shift Assistant Pro
- Elegant detail: the chromed nameplate
- Modern vintage: the round instrument
- Powerful centerpiece: the boxer engine
- The modular vehicle concept of the R 12 from BMW Motorrad
BMW R 12.
- Optional equipment: M Lightweight Battery (not for Brazil).
- Option 719: Black headlight replaces Silver.
- Option 719 “Beryllium”: New Meteoric Dust II metallic colour scheme. Option 719 “Thorium” Avus Silver metallic is dropped.
- New colour scheme Gravityblue metallic for an extra charge. Aventurin Red metallic is dropped.
BMW Motorrad model revision measures for the model year 2026.
New attractive colours and optional equipment.
Munich. Model year 2026 will see several model revision measures included in the BMW Motorrad program. The models can be ordered from all BMW Motorrad partners in the new configurations from August 2025.
Cross-model change for all BMW Motorrad models.
- Optional equipment: New navigation preparation with electric unlocking. Unlocking with a key is no longer necessary.
2026 BMW R12 Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Laid back instead of fast forward
The R 12 epitomizes a casual lifestyle. Dress code: smart casual. Style: classic. Iconic design features, like the round instrument, make it unmistakeable. The memorable design is primarily defined by the tank, seat, airbox cover and the front and rear mudguards.
Blackstorm Metallic
Paint it Blackstorm Metallic. The generous use of black emphasizes the cruiser silhouette.
Aventurin Red Metallic
Vintage emphasized: the Aventurin Red Metallic paint on the front and rear-wheel covers and on the tank gives the R 12 an even more classic look.
What you see is what you feel
Just look at it standing there; like a promise. Every journey on it will feel like this: simple, beautiful, relaxed. The classic cruiser flyline, which slopes down towards the rear, is formed by the solo seat in conjunction with the large rear-wheel cover. The teardrop-shaped steel tank, modeled on the former toaster tanks, blends in harmoniously. The rear section looks compact and coordinated thanks to the function-integrated indicator lamps with integrated rear light. 19″ front wheel and 16″ rear wheel round off the flat, laid-back appearance.
What you see is what you feel
Just look at it standing there; like a promise. Every journey on it will feel like this: simple, beautiful, relaxed. The classic cruiser flyline, which slopes down towards the rear, is formed by the solo seat in conjunction with the large rear-wheel cover. The teardrop-shaped steel tank, modeled on the former toaster tanks, blends in harmoniously. The rear section looks compact and coordinated thanks to the function-integrated indicator lamps with integrated rear light. 19″ front wheel and 16″ rear wheel round off the flat, laid-back appearance.
“The R 12 cruiser from BMW Motorrad is inviting you out on a ride. ”
Customize it!
The basis for individual ideas is the backbone concept. The classic tubular spaceframe, the flat suspension strut and the new airbox give maximum freedom in the design of the tank seat area. With customizing parts such as the drag bar handlebars or the custom rear end trim, for example, you can give your R 12 a striking bobber style in no time at all.
Rock ’n’ roll on the road
With the legendary drive and the ROLL and ROCK riding modes, you can switch from seriously laid-back to dynamic whenever you feel like it. This boxer engine optimized for the custom cruiser delivers a rich torque and fine acceleration on the road at low revs. The ROLL riding mode is optimized for a balanced cruiser feeling. The ROCK riding mode makes you want to chase bends dynamically with optimum stability. As a special highlight, the R 12 moves a little rockier when idling.
Hang Loose
How relaxed can you be when riding? The special handlebar and footrest ergonomics ensure an outstanding cruiser feeling with a relaxed sitting position. The low seat height is inviting and as perfect for first-time riders as it is for born-again bikers. More reasons to stay relaxed: ABS Pro regulates the braking effect depending on the lean angle and DTC also manages traction. Lean back and enjoy your ride.
The spirit of easy
Just get on. The R 12 will take you anywhere in comfort. Start without a key thanks to Keyless Ride. Use your smartphone for sat nav with the optional ConnectedRide Control, including mobile phone holder. Have everything displayed even more clearly on the optional Digital Display. Shift between gears without actuating the clutch with the shift assistant of the optional comfort package.
3 year warranty
Ride on & on & on.
Get up to 3-years or 36,000 miles warranty on all new motorcycles.
All variants: Headlight (Pro) silver is replaced by Headlight (Pro) black.
Connected Ride Control: USB-C port becomes part of the factory option Connected Ride Control.
2026 BMW R12 – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: from $ TBA USD
Canada MSRP Price: from $ TBA CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: from £ TBA GBP (total selling price)
Engine
Rated output
109 hp at 7,000 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
85 lb-ft at 6,500 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
134 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 / 10 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
#SOULFUEL
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 aluminum single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel, front / rear
4.7″ / 4.7″
Wheelbase
59.5″
Castor
4.35″
Steering head angle
62.3°
Wheels
Aluminum cast wheels
Rim, front
3.50 x 17″
Rim, rear
5.50 x 17”
Tire, front
120/70 ZR17
Tire, 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 (partial integral)
Dimensions / weights
Seat height at unladen weight
31.3″
Inner leg curve at unladen weight
69.5″
Usable tank volume
4.2 gal
Reserve
approx. 0.9 gal
Length
83.8″ (over rear wheel)
Height
42.12″ (without mirror)
Width
34.3″ (above hand lever)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled
485 lbs
1)
Permitted total weight
948 lbs
Payload (with standard equipment)
465 lbs
1) With all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refueled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.
2026 BMW R12 – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details
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 / 10 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
#SOULFUEL
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
Wheelbase
1,511 mm
Castor
110.7 mm
Steering head angle
62.3°
Wheels
Aluminium cast wheels
Rim, front
3.50 x 17″
Rim, rear
5.50 x 17”
Tire, front
120/70 ZR17
Tire, 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 (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
1)
Permitted total weight
430 kg
Payload (with standard equipment)
211 kg
1) According to Guideline (EU) 168/2013 with all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refuelled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.
2026 BMW R12 – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
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 / 10 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
#SOULFUEL
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
Wheelbase
1,511 mm
Castor
110.7 mm
Steering head angle
62.3°
Wheels
Aluminium cast 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 (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
1)
Permitted total weight
430 kg
Payload (with standard equipment)
211 kg
1) According to Guideline (EU) 168/2013 with all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refuelled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.
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