BMW "R 12 nineT LIMITED EDITION" limited to 45 units in Japan at 2,846,000 yen! The cafe racer style is a tribute to the "R 90 S

BMW Motorrad has announced the BMW R 12 nineT LIMITED EDITION, a limited edition model based on the heritage model R 12 nineT. The model is limited to 45 units in Japan and will be available at authorized BMW Motorrad dealers nationwide from January 21, 2026, and features exclusive equipment inspired by the famous cars of the 1970s, giving it a special tailoring that differs from regular models.

The exterior is reminiscent of the famous R 90 S. Features unique to the limited edition model

The BMW R 12 nineT LIMITED EDITION is equipped with a front cowl reminiscent of the BMW R 90 S of the 1970s, expressing a modern café racer style. It also features a rear section cover on the seat end to create a tight, single-seat-style rear view.

In addition, the handlebar area features Option 719 handlebar levers Shadow II and handlebar end mirrors Shadow. In addition, a number of exclusive black-toned parts, such as the cylinder head cover Shadow for the air-oil-cooled boxer engine and the footrest Shadow for the rider and passenger, enhance the quality and sense of unity. In addition to the "BMW R 12" emblem, a LIMITED EDITION decal is placed on the crankcase. This accentuates the exterior appearance of the limited edition model.

Inheriting the basic performance of the R 12 nineT. Perfection as a heritage roadster

The BMW R 12 nineT, on which the R 12 nineT is based, was introduced in 2024 as a model in the heritage segment that uses a traditional air-oil cooled, flat-plane opposed two-cylinder engine and shaft drive. It inherits features of the previous R nineT series, such as the aluminum fuel tank and inverted front forks, while adopting a newly designed steel tubular frame. The new frame also features a new airbox shape and updated design. The rear suspension has also been redesigned to improve road-following performance and ride comfort. The new engine management system and Shift Assistant Pro have also been adopted to achieve a better balance between performance and operability. Another characteristic of the R 12 nineT is that, like the R nineT series, it is highly customizable, maintaining a high degree of freedom as a heritage model.

Limited to 45 units in Japan. Price: 2,846,000 yen.

The manufacturer's suggested retail price for the BMW R 12 nineT LIMITED EDITION is 2,846,000 yen (including tax), and the vehicle comes standard with an ETC2.0 on-board device and a three-year warranty. The limited number of units is 45 for authorized dealer sales in Japan only, and does not include units sold in other countries. In addition to being a rare limited edition model, the high level of perfection achieved by the exclusive equipment will make this a highly sought-after model for fans of the R nineT series and riders who are looking for a heritage model.

Main features of the BMW R 12 nineT LIMITED EDITION

Front cowl - Rear section cover - Handlebar end mirror shadow - Cylinder head cover shadow - Rider footrest assembly shadow - Passenger footrest shadow - Exclusive LIMITED EDITION emblem

Reference: BMW R 12 nineT (2024) main specifications

Overall length x width x height: 2,135 mm x 870 mm x 1,240 mm - Distance between axles: 1,526 mm - Seat height: 795 mm - Weight of equipment: 220 kg - Engine: 1,170 cc, air oil-cooled 4-stroke horizontally opposed 2-cylinder OHV 4-valve - Maximum output: 80 kW (109 PS)/7,000 rpm - Maximum Torque: 115N-m (11.7kgf-m)/6,500rpm ・Fuel tank capacity: 16.0L ・Transmission: 6-speed continuously engaged return ・Brake type (F/R): F=Hydraulic double disc (ABS)/ R=Hydraulic single disc (ABS) ・Tire size (F/R): F=120/ 70ZR17 / R=180/55ZR17 ・Price: ¥2,798,000 Go to  (11)