The BMW R 12 S

Tribute to a legend

The R 12 S brings legendary genetics to the streets in a modern and stylish way. It combines the shapes and colours of the ultimate racing bike from the 1970s, the R 90 S, with modern technology, comfort, and driving dynamics, as well as extensive standard equipment. Based on the R 12 nineT, it gives you a unique riding experience with an unmistakable boxer punch – pure #Soulfuel. Let’s paint the town orange.

Available Colours

Choose your style

Discover the range of available colours on the R 12 S.

Lava Orange Metallic

Available on R 12 S models.

Model Specification

Standard Equipment

Standard Equipment

  • ABS Pro, DTC, Riding Modes
  • Cast Aluminium Wheels, Keyless Ride
  • Chrome Plated Header, Aluminium Fuel Tank
  • Dynamic Brake Light, LED Flashing Turn Indicator, Headlight and Taillight, Daytime Riding Lights
  • 12V Socket, Revolution Counter, USB Port

R 12 S Model Inclusions:

  • Single Seat (single seat comes with pillion footpegs and rear cover. This can be removed for pillion riding)
  • Hill Start Control, Headlight Pro, Gear Shift Assistant Pro
  • Heated Grips, Cruise Control, Sport Tyres, Black Fork and Handlebar
  • Hommage Painting with Red Double Pinstriping, Brushed Aluminium Fuel Tank and Rear Cover, Front Fairing with Tinted Windscreen 
  • Option 719 Billet Pack Shadow and Shadow II, Option 719 Wheels Classic II 
  • Tyre Pressure Control, Connected Ride Control
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Legends live forever

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Let’s paint the town orange

The stylish colour scheme and exclusive details are a nod to the R 90 S. The black fork and handlebars, as well as the cockpit fairing with a dark, tinted windscreen, all create strong contrasts. The Shadow & Shadow II Billet packs and the silver spoked wheels are exclusive to the R 12 S. The airbox badge with the red S serves to prove how fun and stylish this bike truly is.

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Highlights as standard

Sporty, dynamic, stylish: Single seater
The single-seater rear of the R 12 S from BMW Motorrad
Your throne: the seat
The seat with orange contrast stitching on the R 12 S from BMW Motorrad
Aerodynamic eye-catcher: the front
The dynamic front trim panel with paintwork in Lava orange metallic on the R 12 S from BMW Motorrad
Pomp and circumstance: Option 719 Classic II wheel
Silver spoked wheels Option 719 Classic II wheel
Up to date: comfort and safety
Headlight Pro and comfort package for the R 12 S from BMW Motorrad
Modern retro: the dual round instrument
The dual round instrument of the R 12 S from BMW Motorrad
S means fun: Airbox badge with a red S
The airbox badge with the red S on the R 12 S from BMW Motorrad
Exclusivity in detail: Billet pack
Option 719 Billet pack Shadow & Shadow II for the R 12 S from BMW Motorrad

Create your own

Create your own

The R 12 S is already a work of art as standard. If there is any equipment you want to add on, you can choose from the same selection of accessory products as is available for the R 12 nineT. Among other options, these include the short rear, the titanium rear silencer, and the practical side bags.

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Facts for a unique riding experience

109
hp (80 kW)
220
kg kerb weight, fully fuelled/road-ready
115
Nm max. torque at 6,500 rpm
795
mm seat height as standard
Air/oil-cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine

It's a boxer baby!

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That boxer feeling

Even the engine is legendary. Today, as ever, the boxer is the drive of choice when you’re looking for a unique riding experience. With the three riding modes, RAIN, ROAD, and DYNAMIC, you can adapt your riding experience to suit your preferences.

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  • R 12 S

    R 12 S

An incomparable riding experience

An incomparable riding experience

The ergonomics, which are based on the R 12 nineT, allow you to maintain a dynamic sitting posture. ABS Pro and DTC provide support on the road. The features of the comfort package are included as standard and give you a more intensive riding experience: from shift assistant Pro to Hill Start Control. In colder temperatures, the heated grips keep your hands nice and warm. There’s only one problem: it’s hard to drag yourself off this bike.

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5 Years Warranty

Keep on riding. We're giving you three extra years. 

Now there's a 5-year warranty on all new motorcycles.

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Perfect the look

Grand Racer Daytona helmet

With the helmet in a Heritage look, you and your bike become one. It meets all modern standards in terms of comfort, safety, and aeroacoustics.

With the helmet in a Heritage look, you and your bike become one. It meets all modern standards in terms of comfort, safety, and aeroacoustics.

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