Description
Meet the 2027 BMW R 12 G/S, a brand-new heritage-inspired machine that looks like it was born for the long way home—especially when “home” involves a detour onto dirt. Finished in , it’s got that just-right mix of classic attitude and modern edge, the kind of color that looks equally at ease parked outside a café or dusted with trail grit.
At the heart of the fun is a 1170cc air/oil-cooled parallel twin—a 2-cylinder, 4-stroke setup with DOHC and 8 valves that’s all about punchy, usable power. Twist the throttle and you’ve got 109 bhp at 7000 rpm and a hearty 85 ft-lbs of torque at 6500 rpm, delivered with the crisp response you expect from fuel injection (and yes, it prefers premium). It also meets Euro 5 emissions, so it’s ready for modern roads while keeping that old-soul vibe.
The ride feels purpose-built for exploring, thanks to serious ground-ready stance: 9.4 inches of ground clearance, a tall, commanding 33.9-inch seat height, and suspension travel that encourages curiosity—an inverted 45mm fork with 8.2 inches of travel up front (with adjustable pre-load and rebound damping), paired with a single-sided swingarm and Paralever rear with 7.8 inches of travel (also adjustable for pre-load and rebound). Translation: when the pavement ends, the story doesn’t.
Rolling beneath you is an aluminum wheel setup with tubed tires, led by a dirt-friendly 21-inch front (90/90-21) and a confident 17-inch rear (150/70 R17). When it’s time to rein things in, Brembo® brings the authority with dual 310mm hydraulic discs up front (4-piston calipers) and a 265mm hydraulic rear disc (2-piston).
A 6-speed manual with overdrive keeps the pace relaxed when you’re cruising, while the shaft drive adds that clean, low-fuss feel for everyday riding. LED lighting, hand guards, a kick stand, and heated grips round out a bike that’s ready to ride now—whether your route is mapped in miles or measured in memories.
