2004 BMW R 1200 C Classic

2004 BMW R 1200 C Classic sat as the entry point into BMW's cruiser lineup, the sole boxer-powered custom the German brand ever built. This is a low-slung, relaxed cruiser built around BMW's air-cooled flat-twin, which means the riding experience feels distinct from any Harley or Japanese cruiser rival: torque comes on low and smooth, the shaft drive keeps maintenance simple, and the wide-set cylinders give the bike a low center of gravity that makes it feel planted at a stoplight and easygoing on backroads. It's not a bike built for highway blasts or spirited canyon work — it rewards unhurried riding, boulevard cruising, and long, steady miles rather than outright speed. The 2004 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 2003 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. As the final production year, it draws a bit of extra attention from BMW collectors closing out the model's run. Typical buyers are BMW loyalists and cruiser riders who want something unconventional, often collectors drawn in by the James Bond association and the novelty of a boxer-engine cruiser rather than outright performance seekers.