2017 Moto Guzzi Audace vs 2025 BMW R 12G/S

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2017 Moto Guzzi Audace 2017 Moto Guzzi Audace

Custom / cruiser

Engine
Four stroke, 90° V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
71 kW / 96 hp @ 6500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
299 kg / 659 lbs
2025 BMW R 12G/S 2025 BMW R 12G/S

Custom / cruiser

Engine
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, with four camshaft-operated valves and two overhead camshafts per cylinder.
Power
81 kW / 109 hp @ 7000 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
229 kg / 505 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year20172025
Make ModelMoto Guzzi AudaceBMW R 12G/S
Dimensions
Seat Height740 mm / 29.1 in (Optimal 720 mm / 28.3 in)860 mm / 33.9 in (875 mm / 34.4 in Enduro Package)
Wheelbase1685 mm / 66.3 in1580 mm / 62.2 in (1585 / 62.4 in Enduro Package)
Ground Clearance165 mm / 6.4 in-
Height1180 mm / 46.5 in-
Length2445 mm / 90.2 in2200 mm / 86.6 in
Width940 mm / 37.0 in830 mm / 32.7 in
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)299 229
Fuel Capacity20.5 Litres / 4.7 US gal15.5 Litres / 4.1 US gal
Wet Weight299 kg / 659 lbs229 kg / 505 lbs
Performance
Max Power71 kW / 96 hp @ 6500 rpm81 kW / 109 hp @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque121 Nm / 12.3 kgf-m / 89.2 ft/lb @ 3000 rpm115 Nm / 81 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Engine
Displacement1380 cc / 84.2 cu-in1170 cc / 71.4 cub in
Engine DetailFour stroke, 90° V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, with four camshaft-operated valves and two overhead camshafts per cylinder.
Fuel SystemPhased electronic multipoint sequential injection, Magneti Marelli IAW7SM; Øride by wireØ Ø 52 mm throttle body, IWP 243 Magneti Marelli injectors, double oxygen sensor, integrated management of 3 engine mappings, traction control, cruise control-
Bore x Stroke104 x 81.2 mm101 x 73 mm
Compression Ratio10.5:112:1
Cooling SystemAir and oil cooledAir/oil cooled
Emissions-Controlled 3-way catalytic converter, exhaust emission standards EU-5+
ExhaustStainless steel, 2-in-2 type, three-way catalytic converter with double oxygen sensor, Euro 4-
Fuel Induction-Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Fuel Reserve5 Litres / 1.3 US gal-
Fuel Type-Unleaded super (premium), octane number 95-98 (RON) (rated output at 98 RON)
IgnitionElectronic-
LubricationWet sumpWet sump
Spark PlugNGK LMAR8F, 2 per cylinder-
StarterElectricElectric
Timing System DiagramIntake valve opens 19° BTDC (1-mm checking clearance) intake valve closes 55° ABDC exhaust valve opens 49° BBDC exhaust valve closes 12° ATDC-
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12V - 18 Ah-
Drivetrain
ClutchSingle-disc with integrated anti-vibration bufferSingle dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Final DriveShaftUniversal shaft
Final Drive RatioDouble cardan joint and fixed bevel gear seat, drive ratio 10:36 = 1:3.6-
Gear Ratios1st 17:38 = 1:2.235 / 2nd 20:34 = 1:1.700 / 3rd 23:31 = 1:1.348 / 4th 26:29 = 1:1.115 / 5th 31:30 = 1:0.968 / 6th 30:24 = 1:0.81st = 2.375, 2nd = 1.696, 3rd = 1.296, 4th = 1.065, 5th = 0.939, 6th = 0.848
Primary Drive26:35 = 1:1.346-
Primary Drive Ratios-1.737
Transmission / Drive6 speed with final overdrive6-Speed, claw-shifted transmission with separate transmission housing
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel tubing, closed double cradle with elastic kinematic engine mounting system to isolate vibrations.Four-part frame concept with front frame and three-part rear frame, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit, rear-seat frame removeable for one-up riding
Suspension - FrontStandard fork, ø45 mm, with radial caliper mounting bracket45 mm USD telescopic forks, spring base, rebound and compression damping adjustable
Suspension - RearSwingarm with double shock absorber with adjustable extension and spring preload with remote tankAluminum Paralever swinging arm, directly linked WAD spring strut, spring base, rebound and compression damping adjustable
Rake32°-
Steering Angle38°-
Steering Head Angle-63.1° (63.2° Enduro Package)
Trail155 mm / 6.1 in120.8 mm / 4.76 in (121.3 / 4.76 Enduro Package)
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in210 mm / 8.3 in
Wheel Travel - Rear120 mm / 4.7 in200 mm / 7.9 in
Electrical Systems
Alternator12 V - 550 W-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2 x Ø320 mm stainless steel floating discs, Brembo radial calipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons2 x 310mm disc brake, with two axially bolted 2-piston floating calipers
Brakes - RearSingle Ø282 mm stainless steel fixed disc, Brembo floating caliper with 2 parallel pistonsSingle 265 mm disc, 2 piston floating caliper
ABS-BMW Motorrad ABS Pro (lean angle optimised)
Rims - Front-2.15 x 21
Rims - Rear-4.0 x 17 (4.0 x 18 Enduro Package)
Tyres - Front130/70 R1890/90/21
Tyres - Rear200/60 R16150/70 - R17 (150/70 - R18 Enduro Package)
Wheels-Aluminium cross-spoke wheels
Wheels - FrontAluminium alloy 3.50" x 18"-
Wheels - RearAluminium alloy 6.00" x 16"-