BMW R 18 (2024)

The R 18 invokes our history and the iconic hallmarks of our brand which we have worked very hard on. A legacy that we live by every day in the spirit of #SoulFuel. The result: a cruiser full of character featuring a boxer engine with the highest cubic capacity we have ever built, plus timeless design features. 

Key Specifications

Engine Type	Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft.
Engine Capacity	1,802 cc
Max Power	91 hp @ 4,750 rpm
Max Torque	116 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm 157.2 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed	111 mph / 178.6 kmph
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.6 L 5.2 US gallons
Weight (Wet/Kerb)	761 lbs / 345.1 kg
Seat Height	27.2 inches / 690 mm

All Specifications

Make & Model

Model	BMW R 18
Year	2024

Engine

Type	Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft.
Engine Capacity	1,802 cc
Max Power	91 hp @ 4,750 rpm
Max Torque	116 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm 157.2 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Bore x Stroke	106.6 mm x 99 mm
Compression	9.6:1
Engine Management	Electronic intake pipe fuel injection, BMS-K+ electronic engine management with overrun cut-off and twin-spark ignition.
Fuel	Super plus lead-free (max. 15% ethanol, E15) Gasoline (min. 90 AKI Octane Rating, max. 15% ethanol content)

Transmission

Clutch	Single-disc dry clutch
Gearbox	6-speed transmission
Final Drive	Shaft drive

Performance

Top Speed

111 mph / 178.6 kmph

Electrical System

Alternator	Permanent magnet generator 600 W (nominal capacity)
Battery	12 V / 26 Ah

Chassis & Suspension

Frame construction type	Double-cradle steel frame
Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Front Suspension Travel	4.7 inches / 119.3 mm
Rear suspension	Steel swingarm with central shock strut
Rear Suspension Travel	3.5 inches / 88.9 mm

Wheels & Brakes

Wheels	Spoke wheel
Wheel castor	5.9 inches / 149.86 mm
Front Wheel/Rim Size	3.50 x 19″
Front Tyre	120/70 R19
Rear Wheel/Rim Size	5.00 x 16″
Rear Tyre	180/65 B16
Front Brakes	Twin disc brake, diameter 300 mm, four-piston fixed calipers
Rear Brakes	Single disc brake, diameter 300 mm, four-piston fixed caliper
ABS	BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integral)

Dimension & Weights

Total length	96.1 inches / 2440 mm
Total width	38 inches / 965 mm
Wheelbase	68.1 inches / 1729.7 mm
Seat height	27.2 inches / 690 mm
Weight (Wet/Kerb)	761 lbs / 345.1 kg
Permitted total weight	1234.6 lbs / 560 kg
Fuel tank capacity	19.6 L / 5.2 US gallons

Equipment

Standard Features

• ASC (Automatic Stability Control)
• Full LED headlight
• Keyless Ride
• LED rear and brake light included in rear indicators
• Speedometer with multifunction display (on-board computer)
• 3 riding modes (Rock, Roll, Rain)
  

BMW R 18 2024 Colour Options

• Blackstorm Metallic
• Black Storm Metallic/Vintage
• Option 719 Olivine
• Manhattan Metallic Matte