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2024 R 18 Transcontinental

2024 R 18 Transcontinental

Description

The R 18 Transcontinental offers you exclusive and luxurious traveling. As a member of the R 18 family it represents BMW Motorrad’s tradition and is deeply rooted in the here and now: its unmistakable front end with the tall windscreen and the mighty Big Boxer promise a comfortable, powerful ride for miles. The automatic load compensation feature accurately adapts the chassis to the load applicable to the motorcycle. And thanks to it being prepared for customizing you can define your R 18 Transcontinental according to what you will discover on every trip: yourself. Simply put: classic #SoulFuel.


Traveling broadens the mind – and forms things like our character

The R 18 Transcontinental looks like it could just eat up the miles. The large front fender and the striking front end with both auxiliary headlights form the starting point for the elegant streamlined design. The 6.3 gallon tank, wind deflectors, floorboards and the topcase with backrest for the passenger complete the clearly defined look.

Stick to your path

The R 18 Transcontinental has been excellently prepared for anything you throw at it. It has been designed so that you can customize it just like you want it. The wide range of Original BMW Motorrad Accessories additionally supports this customizing concept. The “Machined” and “2-Tone-Black” collections, designed in collaboration with Roland Sands Design, the classic “Option 719”, for instance with AERO Design package, particularly emphasize the bike’s luxurious appearance. The R 18 Transcontinental can be customized and upgraded with sophisticated and convenient touring equipment, such as case liners.

Strength is born from calmness – and from each mile along the way

You already realize why the Big Boxer is called exactly that when you start it up. You can feel the vast displacement on every mile along the way. With its typical boxer power development you can rely on at minimum 111 lb-ft between 2,000 and 4,000 rpm. The impressive torque and responsiveness provide fully fledged pleasure in the long term – relaxed, but never boring. And the exposed, nickel-plated cardan shaft demonstrates just how much history we have packed into these 1802 cc. What now? Time to write your own history.

Eating up the miles in a relaxed and confident way

You can comfortably eat up the miles on the R 18 Transcontinental: Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) and optional Active Cruise Control independently control the speed and the distance to the vehicle ahead. Furthermore three Ride Modes, Automatic Stability Control (ASC) and dynamic engine brake control (MSR) aid control. The optional Reverse Assist, Hill Start Control and the central locking system for cases and topcase provide even more convenience.

Specifications

  • PRICING
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    • MSRP
      23995
    • Destination Charge
      895
    • MSRP + Destination
      24890
  • 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
      Not Available
    • Design
      Air / oil cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft
    • Bore / stroke
      107.1 mm x 100 mm
    • Capacity
      1,802 cc
    • Nominal load capacity
      91 HP at 4,750 rpm kW
    • Max. torque
      116 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm
    • Compression ratio
      9.6:1
    • Emission control
      Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter
    • Fuel preparation
      Electronic intake manifold fuel injection / digital engine management: BMS-O with electromotive throttle controller
  • POWER TRANSMISSION
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    • Clutch
      Single-disc dry clutch
    • Gearbox
      6-speed transmission
    • Drive
      Drive shaft
  • CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
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    • Frame
      Double-cradle tubular steel frame
    • Rear frame
      Steel swingarm with central shock strut
    • Front suspension / spring elements
      Telescopic fork
    • Suspension travel, front / rear
      4.7" / 4.7"
    • Wheelbase
      66.7” mm
    • Castor
      7.2”
    • Steering head angle
      62.7°
    • Wheels
      Cast aluminum front wheel
    • Rim, front
      3.5 x 19"
    • Rim, rear
      5.0 x 16"
    • Tyre, front
      120 / 70 R19
    • Tyre, rear
      180 / 65 B16
    • Brake, front
      Twin disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
    • Brake, rear
      Single disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
    • ABS
      BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (fully integrated)
  • DIMENSIONS / WEIGHTS
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    • Inner leg curve
      67.3”
    • Usable tank volume
      approx. 6.3 gallon l
    • Reserve
      approx. 1.0 gallon l
  • 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)
      104
    • Length (mm)
      2641.6
    • Width (in)
      38.2
    • Width (mm)
      970
    • Wheelbase (in)
      66.7
    • Wheelbase (mm)
      1694.2
    • Weight
      Standard
    • Wet Weight (lbs)
      942
    • Wet Weight (kg)
      427.3
    • GVWR (lbs)
      1389
    • GVWR (kgs)
      630.1
    • Capacities
      Standard
    • Fuel Capacity (gal)
      6.3
    • Fuel Capacity (l)
      23.8
    • Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal)
      1
    • Fuel Capacity Reserve (l)
      3.8
    • Performance
      Standard
    • Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
      1.91
    • Payload Capacity (lbs)
      448
    • Payload Capacity (kgs)
      203.2
    • Height (in)
      59.1
    • Height (mm)
      1501.1
  • EXTERIOR
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    • Construction
      Standard
    • Frame
      Steel
    • Body Material
      Plastic
    • Floor Boards
      Standard
    • Foot Pegs
      Not Available
    • 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
      Standard
    • Lower Fairing
      Not Available
    • Spoiler
      Not Available
    • Skid Plate
      Not Available
    • Wind Deflector
      Standard
    • License Plate
      Standard
    • Other Exterior
      Optional
    • Top Crown
      Standard
    • Engine Case Guard
      Yes
    • Floor Board Location
      Driver and Passenger
    • 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)
      4.7
    • Rear Travel (mm)
      119.4
    • 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
      Aluminum
    • 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
      Optional
  • AUDIO & COMMUNICATION
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    • Radio
      Standard
    • Speakers
      Standard
    • Cassette Player
      Not Available
    • CD Player
      Not Available
    • CB Radio
      Not Available
    • Intercom
      Not Available
    • Headset
      Not Available
    • Number Of Speakers
      2
    • Other Audio & Communication
      Not Available
    • Wireless / Connectivity
      Standard
    • Mobile App Instrumentation
      Yes
    • Bluetooth® Audio
      Yes
  • Color options
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    • Blackstorm Metallic
    • Option 719 Mineral White Metallic
    • Manhattan Metallic Matte
    • Racing Blue Metallic
    • Powertrain Black, Factory Installed