Bmw R12 Gs Review

The new off-road-ready BMW R 12 G/S features 1980s-era styling and an air/oil-cooled boxer. We tested it on BMW's home turf in Germany. We ride the 2026 BMW R 12 G/S retro-styled rally-inspired adventure bike.

Is it legit or just more adventure cosplay? BMW's new 2025 R12 G/S is quite is the looker, rugged, retro, and special - but who will really take this bike off-road? The BMW R 80 G/S is often credited with kicking off one of the most popular motorcycle segments today: adventure motorcycling.

That's an achievement worth reminding the motorcycling public about every once in a while. In recent years, we first saw a nod back to the original '80s Gelände/Straße (Off-road/Street) machine with BMW's heritage-inspired R NineT in the "Urban GS" trim for. 2025 BMW R12 G/S - Engine & Performance As part of the R12 range, alongside the cruiser-style R12 and the R12 nineT roadster, the R12 G/S gets the same air/oil-cooled boxer twin as its sister models.

It's the familiar 1170cc DOHC motor, making 107bhp (109PS, 80kW) at 7000rpm and 85lb-ft of torque (115Nm) at 6500rpm. 2026 BMW R 12 G/S Review: This homage to the original R 80 G/S is more than just a looker-it works on- and off-pavement. It's a real G/S.

BMW would posit its latest R12 "custom" creation, the G/S, speaks to all three criteria. The G/S, which originally spoke to Gelände/Straße - literally "off-road/street". 2025 BMW R12 G/S is the new scrambler with design inspiration of original GS of the 1970s.

Despite being built on familiar R12 platform it has taller suspension, larger wheels, and a revised chassis setup to handle rough terrain. Meet the BMW R12 GS - a retro-inspired adventure bike built for fun on gravel, sand, and trails. Tested at our Johannesburg training facility, it's perfect for riders who love classic style with modern reliability.

Watch our full review video on YouTube to see it in action. 2026 BMW R12 G/S: RIDE ON THE WILD SIDE. Introducing the 2026 BMW R12 G/S Feel the spirit A free spirit with off-road capabilities: the R 12 G/S from BMW Motorrad Ready to go wild: the R 12 G/S will awaken your desire for adventure.

As soon as you get on it, you'll feel the spirit of its role model, the legendary R 80 G/S. Start a journey that will clear your mind. Get off the streets and.