BMW Motorrad has recently introduced its new bike BMW R 12 G/S, which is big news for bike lovers. This motorcycle is a great combination of high speed and off-road adventure. Its look recalls older bikes, but new technology has been fully used in it. The company launched it on 27 March 2025. The company designed it especially for those who want a strong and stylish bike that can run on all types of roads. BMW has worked hard to make it excellent.
This bike is inspired by BMW’s famous R 80 G/S, which was considered the first adventure bike. Similarly, the R 12 G/S is also perfect for both on-road and off-road. Its engine is powerful and the design is strong, making it fully ready for long journeys. Whether it is roaming on the city roads or on the rough roads of the forest, this bike will give great performance everywhere. Seeing its features, bike lovers have already become its fans. So let’s know more about this motorcycle.
Design: Old look, new style of BMW R 12 G/S 2025
The design of the BMW R 12 G/S is like that of classic bikes, which people still like. Its round headlamp and box-shaped fuel tank bring back old memories. But its style is not everything, it also has modern features. The frame of the bike is made of steel, which makes it very strong. Its ground clearance is 255mm, which means it can run comfortably even on rough roads. It comes in four colors and looks very attractive.
Talking about the suspension, it has a telescopic fork in the front, which offers up to 210mm of travel. There is a Paralever suspension at the rear, which offers 200mm of travel. These can be adjusted as per the need. This bike is both light and strong, making it perfect for all types of riders. BMW has designed it in such a way that it gives excellent performance for a long time.
Engine: A great combination of power and speed
This bike has a 1170cc boxer engine, which is air and oil-cooled. This engine gives 109 horsepower and 115 Nm torque, which makes the bike run fast. It has four riding modes – Rain, Road, Enduro and Enduro Pro, which improve performance according to different roads and weather. Be it rain or dry road, this bike runs great in all types of conditions.
Its engine comes with a 6-speed gearbox, and its power goes to the rear wheel through a shaft drive, which makes it more durable. Apart from this, engine drag torque control is also provided in it, which makes riding safer. BMW had previously given this engine in the R 12 NineT as well, but this time some upgrades have been done in it.
Features: Safety along with fun riding
Many great features have been given to the BMW R 12 G/S. Its front wheel is 21 inches, while the rear wheel is 17 or 18 inches, which is considered perfect for off-roading. Its seat height is 860mm, but with the rally seat option, you can increase it to 890mm. This allows the rider to adjust the seat according to his needs.
It has a round display, and if you want, you also get the option of a 3.5-inch TFT screen. This screen can be connected to a smartphone, so that you can do navigation and calling. For safety, it has dual-channel ABS and traction control, which makes riding not only fun but also safe. BMW has taken care of every small and big thing while designing this bike so that the rider does not face any kind of problem.
Price and Launch
The price of the BMW R 12 G/S bike starts at $ 16,395 (about Rs 13.5 lakh) in the international market. Its price in India can be around Rs 20-21 lakh. It will first be available for sale in Europe and America, while it is expected to be launched in India by the end of 2025. This bike can create a stir in the Indian market during the festive season. The price is a bit high, but its features make it worth every penny.
