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    BMW R 12 vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

    Should you buy BMW R 12 or BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 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 price in is Rs 22,00,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure price in is Rs 25,75,000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the R 12 makes 96.31 PS and 110 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of R 1300 GS Adventure stand at 145.48 PS and 149 Nm respectively. BMW offers the R 12 in 3 colours whereas the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure comes in 4 colours. Out of 2 user reviews, R 1300 GS Adventure scores 4.7 whereas the BMW R 12 tallies 4.0 out of 5 based on 1 user reviews..The BMW R 12 Mileage is around 19.60 kmpl, while the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Mileage is around 21 kmpl.

    R 12 vs R 1300 GS Adventure

    Key HighlightsR 12R 1300 GS Adventure
    Mileage (Overall)19.60 kmpl21 kmpl
    Max Power96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
    Body TypeCruiser BikesAdventure Tourer Bikes
    Engine Type2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer EngineAir Liquid Cooled Two Cylinder Four Stroke Boxer Engine
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    BMW R 12 vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Comparison

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          BMW R 12
          BMW R 12
            Rs22,00,000*
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                BMW R 1300 GS Adventure
                BMW R 1300 GS Adventure
                  Rs25,75,000*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.24,28,364* Onwards
                Rs.28,39,250* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                19.60 kmpl
                21 kmpl
                Max Power
                96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
                145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
                User Rating
                4.0
                Based on BMW R 12 Reviews
                4.7
                Based on BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Reviews
                Body Type
                EMI Starts₹ 66,483
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                ₹ 77,736
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.52,364
                R 12 Insurance
                Rs.58,250
                R 1300 GS Adventure Insurance
                ColoursAventurin Red MetallicBlack Storm MetallicAvus Silver MetallicView All ColoursRacing Red Solid PaintView All Colours
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
                Air Liquid Cooled Two Cylinder Four Stroke Boxer Engine
                Displacement
                1170 cc
                1300 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                2
                2
                Cooling System
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                Air & Oil Cooled
                Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
                4
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Electronic Injection
                Clutch
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                Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
                Multiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, hydraulically operated
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                101 mm
                106.5 mm
                Stroke
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                73 mm
                73 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                12.0 :1
                13.3 : 1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS6.2
                BS6.2
                Max Torque
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                110 Nm @ 6000 rpm
                149 Nm @ 6500 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
                Features
                USB Charging PortYesYes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                Bluetooth
                Bluetooth
                NavigationYesYes
                Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
                Keyless IgnitionYesYes
                Hill Hold
                -
                Yes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Digital
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Split
                Body Graphics
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                YesYes
                ClockYesYes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
                -
                Features and Safety
                Service Due IndicatorYesYes
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding ModesYesYes
                Traction ControlYesYes
                QuickshifterYesYes
                Windscreen
                -
                Yes
                Additional Features/Information
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                Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro
                Dynamic Brake Control, Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Dynamic Engine Brake Control
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                19.60 kmpl
                21 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                203 kmph
                220 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                14 L
                30 L
                Width
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                830 mm
                1000 mm
                Length
                2200 mm
                2212 mm
                Height
                1110 mm
                1406 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                3.5 L
                4 L
                Wheelbase
                1520 mm
                1518 mm
                Kerb Weight
                227 kg
                269 kg
                Gross Weight
                430 kg
                485 kg
                Load Carrying Capacity
                202 kg
                216 kg
                Seat height
                753 mm
                870 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
                -
                Alternator
                Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W
                Three-phase alternator with 650 W (nominal power)
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                310 mm
                310 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                265 mm
                285 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                36 psi
                36 psi
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                36 psi
                36 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                42 psi
                42 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                42 psi
                42 psi
                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Tubular space frame
                Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • R 12
                • R 1300 GS Adventure
                • H
                  hemanth on Oct 28, 2024
                  4.0
                  Beautiful bike
                  Banger bike next level performance with retro looks, best in the segment and loved my every age group, nice and beautiful.
                • BMW R 12 Reviews
                • T
                  tajdaar on Jul 22, 2025
                  4.7
                  Review of the BMW R 1300 GS
                  Best bike to travel with doesn't disappoint with anything just smooth riding experience. Seat is very comfortable and riding posture is really good with almost every feature in hand. Has lot of power to in it like you can just the power coming out from engine. It's the wonder of engineering. Fully satisfied......
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                  sheikh on May 30, 2025
                  4.7
                  Love this beast BMW.. ❤
                  Nice and comfortable bike and it's brand is enough for everything.. And the most liking of the bike is the Features and the looks of the bike means the beast of all bike and the grandfather of all adventure bikes.. Just love it.. I would prefer this rather than any other adventure bike.. And the safety of this bike is just next level.. Just love this beast.. ❤
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                FAQs on BMW R 12 and BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

                Q) Which bike is better BMW R 12 or BMW R 1300 GS Adventure?

                A) As per our average user rating, BMW R 12 has a score of 4.0/5 while BMW R 1300 GS Adventure has rate of 4.7 /5.

                Q) Which bike among BMW R 12 and BMW R 1300 GS Adventure is cheaper?

                A) BMW R 12 price starts at Rs 22,00,000 & BMW R 1300 GS Adventure price starts at Rs 25,75,000 in Delhi . BMW R 12 is cheaper between these.
                *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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