Why We Love The New BMW R12!

Rob (MOTOBOB) and Tim (Rarefiled Road) take a look at the R 12, the new cruiser bike from BMW.

[mattmacpherson]

R12 all the way hands down. Very similar to my 1974 R90. My old street glide used to lean over as you say. All the way to scraping sparking the floor boards🤣🤣

[straightup]

I'm looking fwd for reviews on r12

[kmw]

Great little clip. I love the R12 so far, but that's my question too, is it relaxed yet does it handle like a street bike or close to it. That would be great. I can't wait to see your guys riding reviews on the R 12 and on the nine T variant. Ideally a comparison. By the way, the R1200C was a bit heavy for maneuvering, but handed great.

[travelinben]

Should have routed the exhaust one on each side imo.

[EricMitton]

BMW made an Evo Sportster and I really really like it

[davidcrilley]

Liking the look of that. Do you think they’ll stick the 1300 engine in it at some point?

[jackalster]

Finished a very extensive test ride.

Pro:
1. Engine, tons of power and especially torque. Does NOT feel like 95 HP, more like 120-125.
2. Brakes incredibly strong, very confidence inspiring.
3. Build quality
4. Cruise control works beautifully, easy to engage / operate
5. For someone around 5, 9ft 175 cm this is very comfortable for long distance. Also nice low seat.
6. 719 finish looks great.
7. Digital display is crystal clear and very bright so amazing visibility.
7. Tech laden

CONS:
1. KEYLESS allows you to switch the bike on and off but not lock/unlock the steering, meaning you still need to take out the key regardless. Absolutely retarded. Unless I have not figured it out somehow..
2. No fuel gauge. Mind boggling
3. Quick shifter feels BAD in the first 2 gears. Very jerky changes.
4. Tyres grippy but could have been a little better.
5. Rear shock is hard with very little travel, so only a little better than a triumph bobber or Indian scout bobber.