BMW R 12 nineT vs Indian Springfield Dark Horse

Should you buy BMW R 12 nineT or Indian Springfield Dark Horse Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. BMW R 12 nineT price in is Rs 23,00,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Indian Springfield Dark Horse price in is Rs 29,56,494 (ex-showroom). The engine in the R 12 nineT makes 110.51 PS and 115 Nm . BMW offers the R 12 nineT in 3 colours whereas the Indian Springfield Dark Horse comes in 2 colours. Out of 2 user reviews, Springfield Dark Horse scores 4.4 whereas the BMW R 12 nineT tallies 4.7 out of 5 based on 4 user reviews..The BMW R 12 nineT Mileage is around 19.60 kmpl, while the Indian Springfield Dark Horse Mileage is around 20 kmpl.

R 12 nineT vs Springfield Dark Horse

Key Highlights	R 12 nineT	Springfield Dark Horse
Mileage (Overall)	19.60 kmpl	20 kmpl
Max Power	110.51 PS @ 7000 rpm	-
Body Type	Super Bikes	Cruiser Bikes
Engine Type	Air/oil-cooled two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead camshafts, four radially arranged valves and central counterbalance shaft	Thunderstroke 116

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Basic Information	BMW R 12 nineT	Indian Springfield Dark Horse
On-Road Price	Rs.25,37,934* Onwards	Rs.32,57,250* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	19.60 kmpl	20 kmpl
Max Power	110.51 PS @ 7000 rpm	-
User Rating	4.7 Based on BMW R 12 nineT Reviews	4.4 Based on Indian Springfield Dark Horse Reviews
Body Type	Super Bikes	Cruiser Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 69,482 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 89,174 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.53,934 R 12 nineT Insurance	Rs.64,237 Springfield Dark Horse Insurance
Colours	Blackstorm MetallicOption 719 AluminiumSan Remo Green MetallicView All Colours	Thunder Black SmokeSmoke WhiteView All Colours
Brochure	Download Brochure	Brochure not available

Basic Information

BMW R 12 nineT

Indian Springfield Dark Horse

On-Road Price

Rs.25,37,934* Onwards

Rs.32,57,250* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

19.60 kmpl

20 kmpl

Max Power

110.51 PS @ 7000 rpm

User Rating

4.7

Based on BMW R 12 nineT Reviews

4.4

Based on Indian Springfield Dark Horse Reviews

Body Type

Super Bikes

Cruiser Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 69,482

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 89,174

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.53,934
R 12 nineT Insurance

Rs.64,237
Springfield Dark Horse Insurance

Colours

Blackstorm MetallicOption 719 AluminiumSan Remo Green MetallicView All Colours

Thunder Black SmokeSmoke WhiteView All Colours

Brochure

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	Air/oil-cooled two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead camshafts, four radially arranged valves and central counterbalance shaft	Thunderstroke 116
Displacement	1170 cc	1890 cc
Number Of Cylinders	2	2
Cooling System	Air & Oil Cooled	Air Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	4	-
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Hydraulically Operated	Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Gearbox	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	101 mm	103.2 mm
Stroke	73 mm	113 mm
Compression Ratio	12.0 :1	11.0:1
Emission Norm Compliance	BS6.2	BS6.2
Max Torque	115 Nm @ 6500 rpm	171 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Starting System	Self Start Only	Self Start Only,Remote Start
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Air/oil-cooled two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead camshafts, four radially arranged valves and central counterbalance shaft

Thunderstroke 116

Displacement

1170 cc

1890 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Air & Oil Cooled

Air Cooled

Features
USB Charging Port	Yes	Yes
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	-
Navigation	Yes	-
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
Keyless Ignition	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold	Yes	-
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Single	Split
Clock	Yes	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	-	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
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Features

USB Charging Port

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Features and Safety
Service Due Indicator	Yes	-
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Yes	Sports,Touring,Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Quickshifter	Yes	-
Windscreen	-	Yes
Additional Features/Information	Gear Shift Assistant Pro, Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, ABS Pro, Dynamic Brake Light	Exhaust - Split dual exhaust w/ cross-over, Ambient Air Temperature, Remote-Locking Hard Saddlebags, Gear Position Display
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Features and Safety

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Sports,Touring,Yes

Traction Control

Performance
Overall Mileage	19.60 kmpl	20 kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	215 kmph	115 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

19.60 kmpl

20 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

215 kmph

115 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	16 L	20.8 L
Width	870 mm	972 mm
Length	2130 mm	2522 mm
Height	1070 mm	1261 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	3.5 L	-
Ground Clearance	-	130 mm
Wheelbase	-	1701 mm
Dry Weight	-	341 kg
Kerb Weight	220 kg	355 kg
Gross Weight	430 kg	628 kg
Load Carrying Capacity	211 kg	-
Seat height	795 mm	650 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

16 L

20.8 L

Width

870 mm

972 mm

Length

2130 mm

2522 mm

Height

1070 mm

1261 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	Halogen
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	-	Yes
Alternator	Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Halogen

Taillight

LED

Indicators

LED

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	310 mm	300 mm
Rear Brake Size	265 mm	300 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36 psi	-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	39 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	42 psi	-
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

310 mm

300 mm

Rear Brake Size

265 mm

300 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

36 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

36 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Tubular space frame	Cast Aluminum Frame

Underpinnings

Frame

Tubular space frame

Cast Aluminum Frame

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User Reviews of Comparison

R 12 nineT
Springfield Dark Horse

D
dusmant on Nov 21, 2025
5.0
My honest review of the BMW R13 NINET
I choose the BMW R 12 ninet because I love its retro Morden design the unique boxer engine fell its premium build quality comfortable and customisable setup great handling for the both city and weekend rides The rise has been amazing so far smooth power delivery great torque from the boxer engine very stable handling and extremely comfortable for the both city rides and longer trips it feels premium and enjoyable every time take it out Yes I would recommend this bike because its good character and feel premium build quality safety features classic Morden design and the reliability For me I do not ride just for commuting but for enjoyment
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krunal on Aug 17, 2025
4.2
Riding performance
Well to say, she has a performance, power, torque much higher than expectation. it gives pleasure when riding on the road espically on highways. Gear shifting from 0 to 100 is awesome. thruttle noise melts the heart when it is above 100 kmph. Bike is worthy to ride and have one in a courtyard. Dream come with buying this muscle bike and riding on our detination.
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H
hasan on Mar 26, 2025
4.7
A must purchase
It is a very good bike to buy I've now had this bike for quite a while and i must say this bike just puts you in a different league than others when you ride it on the road the power, the comfort, the style everything is off the charts and just beautiful if you had money lying around or if you want a dream bike this is it.
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M
mohammed on Sep 16, 2024
4.8
No words can describe the
No words can describe the satisfaction this bike gives it's a very strong and dominating bike perfect designed the power generation speed just amazing
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J
jigar on Jan 13, 2025
4.3
It provide a very comfortable
Indian Springfield Dark Horse has low 650mm seat height but large footboards and mid-rise handlebars to provide a very comfortable ride, though its enormous size and heavy weight make it difficult to manage at low speed. There is no windshield on this bike and the pillion accommodations are really minimal, though some accessories are available to accommodate a passenger more comfortably.
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A
arshad on Aug 28, 2023
4.5
All time my favourite there
All time my favourite there maintenance is hight but bike is cool milege is good bike sturcture and finishing are beautiful
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FAQs on BMW R 12 nineT and Indian Springfield Dark Horse

Q) Which bike is better BMW R 12 nineT or Indian Springfield Dark Horse?

A) As per our average user rating, BMW R 12 nineT has a score of 4.7/5 while Indian Springfield Dark Horse has rate of 4.4 /5.

Q) Which bike among BMW R 12 nineT and Indian Springfield Dark Horse is cheaper?

A) BMW R 12 nineT price starts at Rs 23,00,000 & Indian Springfield Dark Horse price starts at Rs 29,56,494 in Delhi . BMW R 12 nineT is cheaper between these.

BMW R 12 nineT vs Indian Springfield Dark Horse

R 12 nineT vs Springfield Dark Horse