Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2027 BMW R12 G/S: FEEL THE SPIRIT.
Introducing the 2027 BMW R12 G/S…
A free spirit with off-road capabilities: the R 12 G/S from BMW Motorrad
Ready to go wild: the R 12 G/S will awaken your desire for adventure. As soon as you get on it, you’ll feel the spirit of its role model, the legendary R 80 G/S. Start a journey that will clear your mind. Get off the streets and start having fun. Who’s going to stop you? The purist design of the retro enduro is only complete when it’s caked in mud. The Boxer sound is the perfect soundtrack for your wild ride. Back in the city, but still far removed from the daily grind. Hop off and feel the joy – pure #Soulfuel.
- 109hp
- 9.4in. ground clearance
- 85lb-ft max. torque at 6,500 rpm
- 34in. seat height
- A high-performance off-roader with a unique style
- LED headlight
- Enduro suspension
- A must for off-roading: Enduro Package Pro
- Stay smart on the go: ConnectedRide Control
- Confidence is along for the ride: ABS Pro
- Authentic: retro off-road boxer
- Comfort package with Shift Assistant Pro
- And action: Rallye seat
An off-road motorcycle with style
The Spirit of the Original
Like its spiritual predecessor, the R 80 G/S from 1980, the R 12 G/S stands for unbridled motorcycle adventures. The shapes and colors emphasize the character of this free spirit.
2027 BMW R12 G/S Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
Equipment
Standard equipment
- Cross-spoked wheel, tubeless, in 21”/17”
- Fully adjustable Enduro suspension with progressive damping
- Riding Modes Rain, Road and Enduro
- Partial integral BMW Motorrad ABS Pro brake system
- Keyless Ride
- Dynamic engine brake control
- Dynamic Traction Control
- Newly designed exhaust system
- Analog round instrument
- Complimentary BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service*
Optional equipment
- Enduro package Pro with 18” rear wheel, enduro footrest, handlebar risers, hand lever protector, large engine guard
- Riding Modes Pro with the additional ENDURO PRO riding mode
- Rallye seat with 0.8” seat height
- Comfort package including Shift Assistant Pro, cruise control, Hill Start Control Pro, grip heating
- Headlight Pro
- Tire Pressure Monitor
- Digital Display
- Passenger package
- ConnectedRide Control incl. smartphone mount and USB-C socket
- Option 719 including Billet packs
- M Lightweight battery
- Cross-spoked wheel II in gold
- Engine guard
Optional accessories
- Rallye cockpit fairing
- Navigation preparation with ConnectedRide mount
- Engine protection bars
- Additional LED headlights
- Cylinder-head cover guards
- Titanium rear silencer
- ConnectedRide Navigator
- Tank bag and soft luggage bags
- and much more
* BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service (“600 Mile Service”) is included with each new 2027 BMW motorcycle. Time and mileage limits apply (maximum 6 months from the In-Service date or maximum 750 miles, whichever comes first). See your authorized BMW Motorrad dealer for complete details and scheduling.
Colors: Night Black Matte (n/c) unchanged.
Light White ($345) unchanged.
Frozen Brooklyn Grey Metallic ($2,025 ) replaces Sand Rover Matte.
Standard Equip: 1,170cc air/oil-cooled boxer twin. 109 hp and 85 lb.-ft of torque.
BMW Motorrad ABS Pro.
DTC Dynamic Traction Control.
Keyless Ride.
Full LED lighting.
Fully Adjustable Enduro Suspension with progressive damping.
Intelligent Emergency Call.
Optional Equip: Premium Package $2,000 (increase from $1,805).
- Connected Ride Control added.
- Enduro Package Pro $875 (reduced from $880).
- Gold Cross Spoke Wheels ($65) available via dealer ordering.
BMW Motorrad USA 2027 Model Year Update.
BMW Motorrad USA announces information highlighting 2027 model year pricing, color, and equipment changes.
All 2027 BMW motorcycles include the Ultimate Care Break-In Service, or “600 Mile Service” as standard. This included service further provides BMW customers with a truly premium experience. Time and mileage limits apply – maximum 6 months from the in-service date or maximum 750 miles – whichever comes first.
2027 will bring more than just new colors
Character, re-imagined
New colors, new tech, new editions: For the 2027 model year, BMW Motorrad is bringing significantly more than just a fresh lick of paint to the streets. Color updates and graphics meet performance highlights from the world of racing. On top of that, there are new editions that create a new kind of character that can be felt in the design and equipment. Which version suits your tastes?
Born on the racetrack
The new M Motorsport frame of the BMW M 1000 RR
Straight from the WorldSBK to the streets: The BMW M 1000 RR will feature the new M Motorsport frame as standard for model year 2027. The high-tech frame, which is produced using a sand casting process, is 3.3 lbs lighter than the previous version and is clearly designed for optimal performance. Increased precision, quicker acceleration and a palpable boost to stability – racing technology without compromises.
The Edition M Sport
The BMW S 1000 RR Edition M Sport in Blackstorm metallic/M Motorsport
With the Edition M Sport, the S 1000 RR is edging noticeably closer towards the M 1000 RR, both in its presence and its vision. The Blackstorm metallic paintwork with striking graphics in the iconic Motorsport colors enhances its racing character. Performance and design highlights, such as the Dynamics and Race packages, as well as the M Carbon package and the M Billet pack, all come together to create an uncompromising total package.
New edition models for the Tourers
BMW K 1600 GTL Edition II
The BMW K 1600 GTL is being given a fresh new look in Imperial Blue Metallic with the Edition II. This gives a confident presence like never before. However, the focus is on the total package: Elaborate graphics create striking accents – in Monolith Metallic Matte for the GTL. Complemented by rim graphics, an Edition badge and particularly high-quality seats, we have created an Edition that rises head and shoulders above the rest of the series.
BMW K 1600 B and Grand America Edition II
The BMW K 1600 B Edition II and the BMW K 1600 Grand America Edition II have also been given a fresh lick of paint in Imperial Blue Metallic. For an even more confident ride and a striking silhouette. Elegant hand-drawn linework in Overcast white creates subtle accents and emphasizes the sophisticated character of the impressive Tourer.
A new look and an off-road upgrade
The exclusive Option 719 Hematite in the new Frozen Brooklyn Gray Metallic color scheme reinterprets the R 12 G/S in an entirely new way. Accents in Racing Red and Mineral Gray Metallic Matte enhance its striking character, as does the new red seat, which is designed to complement the frame perfectly. For all those not only looking for adventure, but also an exciting design.
2027 BMW R12 G/S Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
The G/S legend lives on
The R 12 G/S pays tribute to the beginnings of the G/S legend – nostalgia and modernity in perfect symbiosis. The exposed, aesthetically staged boxer engine, the high chassis, and the color scheme of the original are immediately striking. Its retro look will have you yearning for the deserts and off-road trails. Its simple style references the insignia of the R 80 G/S and makes the bike both a timeless classic and a unique statement.
Data and equipment
Airboxer forever
An engine with loyal fans: the boxer. With the R 12 G/S, we have incorporated it into a contemporary framework concept. The basic structure consisting of the engine, single-piece tubular spaceframe with a bolted rear frame, flush suspension strut and redesigned engine peripheral equipment provides the basis for an enjoyable ride. With the three riding modes, RAIN, ROAD, and ENDURO, you can adapt your riding experience to suit your preferences. The typical boxer sound and 109 hp will transport you straight to adventure, with no diversions.
BMW R 12 G/S
Comfort & Confidence
Expand your comfort zone
The comfort and protective equipment options for the R 12 G/S from BMW Motorrad
The equipment in the optional comfort package offers you outstanding support. With Shift Assistant Pro, you can enjoy a more dynamic yet comfortable ride, with no need to use the clutch for shifting gears. The Hill Start Control provides support for hill starts, and the electronic cruise control offers assistance on the road. The grip heating allows you to enjoy trips in colder regions in comfort.
The Spirit of the Original
Like its spiritual predecessor, the R 80 G/S from 1980, the R 12 G/S stands for unbridled motorcycle adventures. The shapes and colors emphasize the character of this free spirit.
Light White
The color of the original: white paint on the tank, graphics in light blue and dark blue, as well as the characteristic red bench seat.
Option 719 Hematite
Adventure calls: Exclusive Option 719 Style in Frozen Brooklyn Grey Metallic with accents in Racing Red and Mineral Grey Metallic Matte.
Night Black Matte
A purist style statement: the R 12 G/S is presented entirely in black, with a tone-on-tone effect.
3 year warranty
Ride on and on and on.
Get up to 3-years or 36,000 miles warranty on all new motorcycles.
The R 12 G/S pays tribute to the R 80 G/S and the beginnings of BMW Motorrad’s long and successful history. With the legendary spirit of Rallye motorcycles from the 1980s, the unmistakeable Boxer torque and modern equipment, it is the bike for whatever you need. Be it in the city or away from the asphalt: the R 12 G/S is the Ultimate Riding Machine and will always give you an unforgettable experience.
2027 BMW R12 G/S – Totalmotorcycle.com Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: from $ 20,550 USD
Canada MSRP Price: from $ See Dealer CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: from £ See Dealer 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
130 mph
Fuel type
Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI
Electrical system
Alternator
660 W (nominal power)
Battery
12 V / 12 Ah
Power transmission
Clutch
Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox
Constant-mesh 6-gear gearbox with separate transmission housing
Drive
Cardan shaft drive
Chassis / brakes
Frame
Tubular space frame
Front wheel location / suspension
Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound and compression adjustable
Rear wheel location / suspension
Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound and compression adjustable
Suspension travel, front / rear
8.2″ / 7.8″
Ground clearance
9.4″
Wheelbase
62.2″
Castor
4.8″
Steering head angle
63.1°
Steering lock angle
42°
Wheels
Aluminum cross spoke wheels
Rim, front
2.15 x 21″
Rim, rear
4.00 x 17″
Tire, front
90/90 -21
Tire, rear
150/70 R17
Brake, front
Twin disc brake, axial-mounted, diameter 310 mm, Brembo 2-piston floating caliper
Brake, rear
Single disc brake, 265 mm in diameter, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral)
Dimensions / weights
Seat height at unladen weight
33.9″
Inner leg curve at unladen weight
76.1″
Usable tank volume
4.1 gal
Reserve
approx. 1 gal
Length
88.6″
Height
49.4″ (without mirror, at unladen weight)
Width
38.2″
Dry weight
476.1 lb
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled
504 lbs 1)
Permitted total weight
948 lbs
Payload (with standard equipment)
443 lbs
1) With all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refuelled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.
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