Can you ride the BMW R12 NineT on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the BMW R12 NineT (2024 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!
BMW R12 NineT (2024 onwards)
The BMW R12 NineT is a large-capacity retro-style naked bike that replaces the older BMW NineT model. It comes with the same boxer-twin engine producing incredible amounts of power and torque, but the chassis has been updated. Its brand-new tubular steel frame chassis is now a one-piece unit, instead of two, which makes the bike lighter and easier to produce.
The R12 NineT is a premium motorcycle with incredible build quality and lots of character. It is not the most powerful bike in the category, but you will still need to get a factory-restricted version for your A2 licence.
Please note that the below specifications are for the regular non-A2-compliant BMW R12 NineT model, rather than the 35kW / 70kW A2-compliant one.
A2 Licence Compliance
The BMW R12 NineT is a 1170cc A2-friendly standard bike. It has a power output of 80 kW (108 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 56.2% to become A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the BMW R12 NineT on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the BMW R12 NineT.
| Title | Spec |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Category | Standard |
| Engine type | Flat Twin |
| Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Engine size | 1170cc |
| Power output | 80 kW |
| Torque output | 85 ft-lb |
| Top speed | 135 mph |
| Horsepower | 108 bhp |
| Weight | 220 kg |
| Seat height | 795 mm |
| Front tyre size | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tyre size | 180/55-17 |
| Fuel tank size | 16 litres |
| Fuel tank range | 195 miles |
| Fuel consumption | 55 mpg |
| Oil capacity | 3.9 litres |
| Annual road tax | £121 |
| Price | £14,400 |
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