Brand confirms the arrival of a 1,200 cc cruiser model for the second half of 2024
BMW’s product manager, Carina Höfler, confirmed the arrival of the R12 line in an interview with journalist Thiago Moreno, from the Motor1 site. The motorcycle will be the brand’s second Heritage model in Brazil.
The R12 line is divided into two models: the R 12 NineT and the cruiser R 12. Both share several components but offer distinct proposals. The roadster R 12 Nine T is designed for both urban use and travel, featuring a minimalist and traditional design that includes a round headlight, a tank with a leg cutout, small seats, a short front fender close to the wheel, as well as a raised rear fender and a short, uplifted tail.
+ Click here to see the presentation video of the R12 line by Edgar Heinrich, Head of Design at BMW Motorrad
BMW R 12 NineT. Photo: BMW Disclosure
The entry of the BMW R12 into the Brazilian market will put the model in direct competition with the Triumph Bonneville T120. Although the production of the R12 in Manaus has not been confirmed, just the arrival of the model in the country, it is speculated that the likely launch date will be in September 2024.
The new BMW R12s are equipped with an air/oil-cooled boxer engine, with a capacity of 1,170 cm3, delivering 95 hp at 6,500 rpm. This engine is the highlight in the complete redesign of the chassis, promising to be the center of attention among motorcycle enthusiasts.
BMW R 12. Photo: BMW Disclosure
Dimensions of the R12 line
The dimensions differ slightly between the R 12 and the R 12 NineT. Here are the numbers, side by side.
| BMW R 12 2024 | BMW R 12 NineT 2024 | |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 151 cm |
| Length | 220 cm | 213 cm |
| Height | 83 cm | 87 cm |
| Seat height | 75 cm | 79 cm |
| Empty weight | 227 kg | 220 kg |
| Fuel tank | 14 l | 16 l |
Price of the BMW R12 in Brazil
In Germany, the R 12 2024 starts at a suggested price of €14,460, which equates to about $15,897.
The R 12 NineT 2024 has a suggested price of €17,410, which equates to about $19,140.
The price of the motorcycle in Brazil has not yet been disclosed.
Photos
Photos: BMW Disclosure / Video: Instagram replay @bmwmotorradnordic
