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BMW R 18
Last updated on Jun 03, 2022 in Bikes & Scooters
BMW R 18 Highlights
BMW Motorrad has introduced a special accessory package called the ‘Option 719’. This includes protective fitments, a special seat, a premium paint finish with a color-changing effect, and a set of wheels.
Following the launch of the BMW R 18 last year, the German brand launched the R 18 Classic ‘First Edition’ in February 2021 in the country at Rs 24 lakh (ex-showroom). The Classic is essentially the R 18, but in a touring-friendly guise. A taller windshield, auxiliary lights, a set of slash-cut exhausts, and a pillion seat distinguish it from the standard R 18.
The R 18 cruiser is available in two variants: standard and First Edition. Prices for the cruiser start from Rs 18.90 lakh with the First Edition priced at Rs 20.90 lakh (ex-showroom India).
The R 18 is the first cruiser from BMW in India, with the brand re-entering the cruiser space after a span of 16 years. The R 18’s styling, which is inspired by the 1936 BMW R5, looks absolutely gorgeous! While it may seem retro on the outside, the R18 gets modern equipment such as LED illumination bits, rider aids, and even a semi-digital console.
The bike is powered by a massive 1,802cc boxer engine producing 91.1PS and an earth-moving 158Nm of torque. The bike features a 6-speed transmission linked to a shaft drive system, an iconic feature of the German brand.
The direct rivals of the BMW R 18 are the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy and the Indian Chief Dark Horse.
BMW R 18 Specifications
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Mileage
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Displacement
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1802 cc
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Engine Type
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Air / Oil-cooled Two-cylinder Four-stroke Boxer Engine With Two Chain-driven Camshafts Located Above The Crankshaft
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No. of Cylinders
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2
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Max Power
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91.09 PS @ 4750 rpm
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Max Torque
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158 Nm @ 3000 rpm
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Front Brake
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Disc
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Rear Brake
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Disc
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Fuel Capacity
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16 L
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Body Type
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BMW R 18 Features
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ABS
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Dual Channel
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DRLs
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Yes
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Riding Modes
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Yes
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LED Tail Light
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Yes
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Speedometer
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Analogue
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Odometer
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Analogue
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Tripmeter
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Analogue
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Engine and Transmission
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Engine Type
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Air / Oil-cooled Two-cylinder Four-stroke Boxer Engine With Two Chain-driven Camshafts Located Above The Crankshaft
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Displacement
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1802 cc
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Max Torque
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158 Nm @ 3000 rpm
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No. of Cylinders
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2
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Cooling System
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Air & Oil Cooled
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Starting
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Self Start Only
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Fuel Supply
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Fuel Injection
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Clutch
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Single-disk dry clutch
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Gear Box
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6 Speed
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Bore
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107.1 mm
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Stroke
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100 mm
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Compression Ratio
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9.6 :1
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Emission Type
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bs6
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Features
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Instrument Console
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Analogue
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Anti Theft Alarm
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Yes
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Speedometer
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Analogue
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Tripmeter
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Analogue
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Odometer
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Analogue
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Central Locking
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Yes
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Additional Features Of Variant
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Anti Hopping Clutch, Automatic Stability Control, Dynamic Brake Control, On-Board Computer, One Key For All Locks, Keyless Ride, MSR Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Hill Start Control, Headlight Pro, Adaptive Headlight, White Double Pinstriping On Tank and Rear Wheel Cover Chrome Plating (Front Engine Cover, Gearshift Lever, Front Brake Lever and Expansion Tank, Clutch Lever and Expansion Tank, Mirrors, Front Brake Calipers, Rear Brake Caliper)
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Seat Type
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Split
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Features and Safety
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Internet Connectivity
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Yes
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Speedometer
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Analogue
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Odometer
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Analogue
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Tripmeter
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Analogue
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Fuel Gauge
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Analog
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Engine Immobilizer
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Yes
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Riding Modes
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Yes
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Central Locking
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Yes
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Additional Features
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Anti Hopping Clutch, Automatic Stability Control, Dynamic Brake Control, On-Board Computer, One Key For All Locks, Keyless Ride, MSR Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Hill Start Control, Headlight Pro, Adaptive Headlight, White Double Pinstriping On Tank and Rear Wheel Cover Chrome Plating (Front Engine Cover, Gearshift Lever, Front Brake Lever and Expansion Tank, Clutch Lever and Expansion Tank, Mirrors, Front Brake Calipers, Rear Brake Caliper)
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Chassis and Suspension
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Body Type
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Cruiser Bikes
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Dimensions and Capacity
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Width
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964 mm
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Length
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2440 mm
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Height
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1232 mm
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Fuel Capacity
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16 L
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Fuel Reserve
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4 L
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Saddle Height
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690 mm
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Wheelbase
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1731 mm
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Kerb Weight
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345 kg
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Total Weight
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560 kg
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Load Carrying Capacity
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215 kg
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Electricals
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Headlight
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LED
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Tail Light
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LED
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Turn Signal Lamp
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LED
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DRLs
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Yes
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LED Tail Lights
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Yes
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Low Fuel Indicator
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Yes
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Alternator
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Permanent magnet generator 600 W (nominal capacity
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Tyres and Brakes
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Front Brake Diameter
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300 mm
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Rear Brake Diameter
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300 mm
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Performance
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Top Speed
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180 kmph
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Motor & Battery
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Peak Power
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91.09 PS @ 4750 rpm
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Drive Type
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Shaft Drive
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Battery Type
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Maintenance Free
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Battery Capacity
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12 V/26 Ah
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Transmission
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Manual
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Underpinnings
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Suspension Front
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Telescopic fork
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Suspension Rear
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Steel swingarm with central shock strut
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Brakes Front
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Disc
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Brakes Rear
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Disc
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ABS
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Dual Channel
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Tyre Size
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Front :-120/70 -19 Rear :-180/65-16
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Wheel Size
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Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
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Wheels Type
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Spoke
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Frame
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Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on under beams
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Tubeless Tyre
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Tubeless
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