BMW R12 Twin carb vs Laverda 750 S Formula (2001)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R12 Twin carbstacks up against the Laverda 750 S Formula. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBMW R12 Twin carbLaverda 750 S Formula
Model year19422001
Price
Engine745 cc747 cc
Horsepower20 hp95 hp
Torque82 Nm
Weight185 kg186 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). SingleDual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires3.50-19 / 3.5-19 120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

BMW R12 Twin carb vs Laverda 750 S Formula — which should you buy?

Picking between the BMW R12 Twin carb and the Laverda 750 S Formula usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R12 Twin carb brings 20 hp in a 185 kg package, while the Laverda 750 S Formula counters with 95 hp at 186 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: