Bangkok. BMW Motorrad is once again bringing its storied legacy to roaring new life with the unveiling of the new BMW R 12 S – a limited-run model with only limited units available in Thailand. Crafted with love in the spirit of the legendary superbike BMW R 90 S, the new R 12 S authentically embodies the character of a retro sports bike with clear visual callbacks now modernized alongside performance and ride quality.
Mr. Shivapada Ray, Head of BMW Motorrad Southeast Asia and Importers APAC, said, “The R 90 S is a legend for a reason – as the first production bike in the world with aerodynamic handlebar fairing and a winner in some of motorsport’s most famous races. The new BMW R 12 S is taking the best qualities of that iconic ride and bringing it into the present day with forward-looking character for Thai bikers to experience for themselves, and we are especially proud of Plant Rayong’s role in limited units of the R 12 S available in Thailand. We look forward to seeing the routes and joys that our customers will soon get up to with this stylish, sporty cruiser.”
The new BMW R 12 S
Price: 865,000 THB (VAT incl.)
Based on the beloved R 12 nineT, the new BMW R 12 S sports a look that revives memories of BMW Motorrad’s memorable triumphs from the 1970s – including victories in the 1976 Isle of Man and 200 Miles of Daytona races.
The original R 90 S’ claim to fame – the handlebar-mounted cockpit fairing with tinted windshield – is front and center on the new R 12 S. Complementing this trademark design element are contrast stitching on the seat as well as the Lavaorange metallic paint finish – which is a direct nod to the Daytona Orange colorway that became a style icon with the 1975 R 90 S. The retro sporty air is rounded out with details such as the red-laid ‘S’ on the side covers, the red double line, and the brushed and clear-lacquered aluminum surfaces of the tank and seat hump.
The new BMW R 12 S inherits the tried-and-tested 2-cylinder, 4-stroke boxer engine from the BMW R nineT. This air- and oil-cooled 1,170-cc plant produces up to 80 kW / 109 hp at 7,000 rpm with torque topping out at 115 Nm at 6,500 rpm. Paired with a 6-speed gearbox installed in a separate gearcase, the R 12 S can hit a top speed of 215 km/h.
As with the BMW R 12 nineT, the R 12 S features a tubular bridge steel spaceframe with no separate front and rear main frames, reducing weight and cutting down on the number of fastenings required for a cleaner appearance. The bike comes fully equipped with Option 719 Classic II wheels with wire spokes and shiny, naturally anodized aluminum rims, plus the Option 719 Billet Pack Shadow package – which includes left and right ignition coil covers, oil filler screw, and cylinder head covers coated in Avus black metallic matt.
Beyond the aesthetics, the new BMW R 12 S comes as standard with the Comfort Package, which includes Hill Start Control, Shift Assistant Pro, Heated Grips, and Cruise Control. For even more confidence, the adaptive cornering light Headlight Pro ensures better illumination of the road in corners at night, while tire pressure control (RDC) alerts the rider to irregularities in each wheel. With ConnectedRide Control on board, the rider can use the bike’s multicontrol wheel to interact with the ConnectedRide app on their phone for greater convenience and full access to bike information and features on the go.
For further details on the new BMW R 12 S as well as the rest of the BMW Motorrad lineup, visit www.bmw-motorrad.co.th/, the BMW Motorrad Thailand Facebook fan page, or contact BMW Motorrad authorised dealers nationwide.
