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left-mounted “ Twin Pipe ” exhaust system with two rear silencers with reverse cone design caters to both the desire for a classically designed , sporty roadster and a cruiser .
The centrepiece of the new BMW R 12 models is the completely newly developed tubular bridge steel spaceframe . This frame differs from the previous R nineT series , which had a front and rear main frame . As a result , the new frame eliminates the need for previous fastenings , reducing weight and giving the new R 12 models a cleaner and more classic appearance . The rear frame , also made of tubular steel , is bolted to the main frame .
The new R 12 nineT comes equipped with two analogue round instruments for speed and rpms , a USB-C port on the left side , and a 12V socket on the right side for the onboard network . The round instruments continue to support customization by communicating via a LIN- Bus and separating the control and display units . The standard instrumentation for the new R 12 is limited to the speedometer , but the rev counter can be retrofitted with genuine BMW Motorcycle accessories .
On the the R 12 nineT the aluminium tank with brushed and clear-coated side panels , the seat , and the tail-hump create a rising , dynamic line . The improved ergonomics compared to its predecessor are mainly due to the 30 mm shorter and narrower fuel tank in the rear area . The rider is closer to the handlebars , benefits from improved knee contact , and has a more front-oriented seating position on the motorcycle overall .
On the new BMW R 12 , the steel tank , reminiscent of the so-called “ Toaster Tanks ” of the 1970s BMW / 5 models , emphasises the typical design language of a cruiser in a classic teardrop shape and forms a descending line in combination with the standard solo seat and the curved , low-mounted rear wheel cover . The large 19-inch front wheel and the small 16-inch rear wheel complement this harmoniously . The classic cruiser design is also reflected in the relaxed seating position with low seat height and wide handlebars .
Each bike , the BMW R 12 nineT and R 12 , comes in three attractive colour options .
R 12 nineT :
• Base paint finish Blackstorm metallic .
• Surcharge colour San Remo Green metallic .
• Option 719 " Aluminium " in brushed aluminium / Night Black solid paint .
R 12 :
• Base paint finish Blackstorm metallic .
• Surcharge colour Aventurine Red metallic .
• Option 719 " Thorium " in Avus Silver metallic .
Both models of the R12 will be available during the first quarter of 2024 and start at around AU $ 20,000 plus onroad costs .
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