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2024 R 18

2024 R 18

Description

We see a close-up of the R 18 First Edition sticker. 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.


A cruiser at first glance. 

The flyline is elongated and low. The double-cradle steel frame covers the powerful, sculpted engine that underlines the impressive presence of the bike. Riders also have a number of custom equipment options: the R 18 is scaled back to its core to allow for full customization.

Make your personal cruiser 

The R 18 in the Olivine model variant comes with an exclusive, high-quality Option 719 package. This package includes the weatherproof seat with diamond-shaped stitching, and fine forged wheels. And of course, there are other ways to further customize this special look and create your dream bike.


We have counted on the boxer since 1923 with conviction. The 1,802 cc two-cylinder boxer engine of the R 18 is the highest displacement boxer that BMW has ever built. It delivers a maximum torque of 116 lbs-ft at 3,000 rpm. At 4,750 rpm, the Big Boxer delivers 91 hp combining its core tradition with modern technology for pure emotion on the road. 

Specifications

  • PRICING
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    • MSRP
      14995
    • Destination Charge
      895
    • MSRP + Destination
      15890
  • ENGINE
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    • Engine
      Standard
    • Engine Type
      Parallel Twin
    • Cylinders
      2
    • Engine Stroke
      4-Stroke
    • Horsepower (bhp)
      91
    • Horsepower (kW)
      67
    • Horsepower RPM
      4750
    • Torque (Ft Lbs)
      116
    • Torque (Nm)
      158
    • Torque RPM
      3000
    • Cooling
      Air / Oil
    • Valves
      8
    • Valves Per Cylinder
      4
    • Valve Configuration
      OHV - Pushrod
    • Bore (mm)
      107.1
    • Bore (in)
      4.2
    • Stroke (mm)
      100
    • Stroke (in)
      3.9
    • Displacement (cc)
      1802
    • Displacement (ci)
      110
    • Turbocharged
      No
    • Supercharged
      No
    • Starter
      Electric
    • Fuel Type
      Gas
    • Fuel Requirements
      Premium
    • Carburetion
      Standard
    • Fuel Injector
      Yes
    • Carburetor
      No
    • Carburetion Type
      Fuel Injected
    • Parental Controls
      Not Available
    • Speed Governor
      No
    • Other Engine
      Optional
    • Design
      Air / oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft.
    • Bore / stroke
      4.2” x 3.9”
    • Capacity
      1,802 cc
    • Nominal load capacity
      91 hp at 4,750 rpm kW
    • Max. torque
      116 lbs-ft at 3,000 rpm
    • Compression ratio
      9.6:1
    • Emission control
      Regulated three-way catalytic converter
    • Fuel preparation
      Electronic intake pipe fuel injection, BMS-K+ electronic engine management with overrun cut-off and twin-spark ignition.
  • POWER TRANSMISSION
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    • Clutch
      Single-disc dry clutch
    • Gearbox
      6-speed transmission
    • Drive
      Shaft drive
  • CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
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    • Frame
      Double-cradle steel frame
    • Rear frame
      Steel swingarm with central shock strut
    • Front suspension / spring elements
      Telescopic fork
    • Suspension travel, front / rear
      4.7” / 3.5”
    • Wheelbase
      68.1” mm
    • Castor
      5.9”
    • Steering head angle
      57.3°
    • Wheels
      Spoke wheel
    • Rim, front
      3.5" x 19"
    • Rim, rear
      5.0" x 16"
    • Tyre, front
      120 / 70 R 19
    • Tyre, rear
      180 / 65 B16
    • Brake, front
      Twin disc brake, diameter 300 mm, four-piston fixed calipers
    • Brake, rear
      Single disc brake, diameter 300 mm, four-piston fixed caliper
    • ABS
      BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integral)
  • DIMENSIONS / WEIGHTS
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    • Usable tank volume
      approx. 4.23 gal l
    • Reserve
      1 gal l
    • Length
      96.1" mm
    • Seat height, unladen
      27.2”
  • EQUIPMENT
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    • Standard equipment

  • TRANSMISSION
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    • Transmission
      Standard
    • Transmission Type
      Manual
    • Number Of Speeds
      6
    • Overdrive
      Yes
    • Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
      Shaft
    • Gear Ratio (1)
      2.44
    • Gear Ratio (2)
      1.7
    • Gear Ratio (3)
      1.3
    • Gear Ratio (4)
      1.07
    • Gear Ratio (5)
      0.9
    • Gear Ratio (6)
      0.78
    • Reverse
      No
    • Final Drive Ratio
      3.09
    • Heel Toe Shifter
      Not Available
    • Adjustable Throttle
      Not Available
    • Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
      Gear
    • Other Transmission
      Not Available
  • TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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    • Dimensions
      Standard
    • Length (in)
      96.1
    • Length (mm)
      2440
    • Width (in)
      38
    • Width (mm)
      964
    • Wheelbase (in)
      68.1
    • Wheelbase (mm)
      1731
    • Weight
      Standard
    • Wet Weight (lbs)
      761
    • Wet Weight (kg)
      345
    • GVWR (lbs)
      1234.6
    • GVWR (kgs)
      560
    • Capacities
      Standard
    • Fuel Capacity (gal)
      4.23
    • Fuel Capacity (l)
      16
    • Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal)
      1
    • Fuel Capacity Reserve (l)
      3.8
    • Performance
      Standard
    • Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
      2.37
    • Payload Capacity (lbs)
      474
    • Payload Capacity (kgs)
      219
    • Height (in)
      48.5
    • Height (mm)
      1125.2
  • EXTERIOR
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    • Construction
      Standard
    • Frame
      Steel
    • Body Material
      Plastic
    • Floor Boards
      Optional
    • Foot Pegs
      Standard
    • Foot Peg Location
      Driver
    • Hand Grips
      Standard
    • Handlebars
      Standard
    • Handlebar Pads
      Not Available
    • Exterior Guards
      Standard
    • Belt Guard
      No
    • Brush Guard
      No
    • Chain Guard
      No
    • Fork Guards
      Yes
    • Hand Guards
      No
    • Light Guard
      No
    • Exterior Covers
      Standard
    • Front Fender
      Standard
    • Front Fender Trim
      Not Available
    • Front Fender Rail
      Not Available
    • Rear Fender
      Standard
    • Rear Fender Trim
      Not Available
    • Rear Fender Rail
      Not Available
    • Tank Divider
      Not Available
    • Stand
      Standard
    • Stand Type
      Kick
    • Upper Fairing
      Not Available
    • Lower Fairing
      Not Available
    • Spoiler
      Not Available
    • Skid Plate
      Not Available
    • Wind Deflector
      Not Available
    • License Plate
      Standard
    • Other Exterior
      Optional
    • Top Crown
      Standard
    • Engine Case Guard
      No
    • Chassis Protectors
      No
    • Saddle Bag Guard
      No
    • Radiator Cover
      Yes
    • Drive Shaft Guard
      No
    • Heel Guards
      No
    • Fuel Tank Cover
      No
    • Exhaust Guard
      No
    • Tank Guard
      No
    • Top Crown Material
      Aluminum
  • SUSPENSION
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    • Front Suspension
      Standard
    • Front Suspension Type
      Telescopic Fork
    • Front Travel (in)
      4.7
    • Front Travel (mm)
      120
    • Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
      Yes
    • Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
      No
    • Front Central Suspension Strut
      No
    • Rear Suspension
      Standard
    • Rear Suspension Type
      Twin Sided Swing Arm
    • Rear Travel (in)
      3.5
    • Rear Travel (mm)
      90
    • Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
      Yes
    • Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
      Yes
    • Number Rear Shock Absorbers
      1
    • Air Adjustable
      No
    • Other Suspension
      Not Available
    • Rear Suspension Material
      Aluminum
    • Front Suspension Size (in)
      1.9
    • Front Suspension Size (mm)
      49
  • WHEELS & TIRES
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    • Wheels
      Standard
    • Wheels Composition
      Steel
    • Front Wheel Width (in)
      3.5
    • Rear Wheel Width (in)
      5
    • Tires
      Standard
    • Front Tire Width
      120
    • Front Tire Aspect Ratio
      70
    • Front Wheel Diameter
      19
    • Rear Tire Width
      180
    • Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
      65
    • Rear Wheel Diameter
      16
    • Front Tire (Full Spec)
      120/70 R19
    • Rear Tire (Full Spec)
      180/65 B16
    • Spare Tire
      Not Available
    • Other Wheels & Tires
      Optional
    • Chromed
      No
  • BRAKES
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    • Brakes
      Standard
    • Front Brake Type
      Dual Hydraulic Disc
    • Front Brake Diameter (in)
      11.8
    • Front Brake Diameter (mm)
      300
    • Rear Brake Type
      Hydraulic Disc
    • Rear Brake Diameter (in)
      11.8
    • Rear Brake Diameter (mm)
      300
    • Anti-Lock Brakes
      Standard
    • Linked Brake System Front to Rear
      Standard
    • Regenerative Braking
      Not Available
    • Regenerative Deceleration
      Not Available
    • Other Brakes
      Not Available
  • AUDIO & COMMUNICATION
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    • Radio
      Not Available
    • Speakers
      Not Available
    • Cassette Player
      Not Available
    • CD Player
      Not Available
    • CB Radio
      Not Available
    • Intercom
      Not Available
    • Headset
      Not Available
    • Other Audio & Communication
      Not Available
    • Wireless / Connectivity
      Not Available
  • Color options
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    • Blackstorm Metallic
    • Manhattan Metallic Matte
    • Black Storm Metallic, Vintage
    • Velvet Green Metallic
    • Powertrain Black, Factory Installed