2024 BMW R 12 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by BMW for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2024 BMW R 12 features a 1170 cc (71.4 cu in) oil & air-cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 109.8 Nm (81 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches) with a 12.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the R 12 measures 226.8 kg (500 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 754 mm (29.7 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,519 mm (59.8 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.96 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 363 km (226 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 203 km/h (126 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's BMW archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2024 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~363 km (226 mi)
Engine
Displacement1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Engine DetailsFour radially arranged valves and central counterbalance shaft
Torque109.8 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Fuel Consumption4.96 litres/100 km (20.2 km/l or 47.42 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases115.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission DetailsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular space
Rake29.3°
Trail132 mm (5.2 inches)
Front SuspensionUpside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm
Front Travel89 mm (3.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionCast aluminum single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable
Rear Travel89 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase1519 mm (59.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-R19
Rear Tyre150/80-R16
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
