According To BMW Motorrad
The R 18 Classic is a modern cruiser with a nostalgic sense of BMW design. It reminds one of the beginnings, of the first cruisers suitable for touring. It also invokes timeless marks of our motorcycle history. The heart of the machine is obviously the boxer with the most displacement we have ever built. It stands for relaxing tours and pure enjoyment.
The R 18 Classic is also available in an A2-compliant variant with 95 HP. This variant can be throttled, meaning your machine supports you when you hold your A2 driver’s license. You can enjoy the intuitive handling of the R 18 Classic from the very beginning.
A cruiser inspired by icons
Streamlined silhouette, high-quality details: The R 18 Classic attracts all eyes to it.
For the R 18 Classic First Edition, we brought back to life distinctive characteristics from BMW Motorrad tradition: The First Edition is characterised by its white double lining and chrome design options as well as the sticker and logo.
The drop-shaped tank is an icon from our history and emphasises – as does the elongated end silencer – the typical streamlined flyline of the R 18 Classic. Its double cradle steel frame envelopes the enormous sculptured engine that turns every mile into an experience.
Option 719 gives you all manner of options to design your own bike. With the Option 719 Design package AERO made of expertly brushed anodised aluminium parts, you can create truly stylish accents. The Option 719 AERO cast wheels in silver contrast cut are the perfect addition to the look of your bike. What’s more, you and your pillion passenger will sit very comfortably on the Option 719 seat made of pebbled synthetic leather with embroidered BMW insignia.
The flexible overall concept of the R 18 Classic and its extensive range of accessories give you all the freedom you need when designing your own bike. This gives you the opportunity to create a bike according to your own tastes.
SPECS
Engine
Design
Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft.Bore x stroke
107.1 mm x 100 mmCapacity
1,802 cm³ Nominal capacity
67 kW (91 hp) at 4,750 rpmMax. torque
158 Nm at 3,000 rpmCompression ratio
9.6 : 1Fuel preparation
Electronic intake pipe fuel injection, BMS-K+ electronic engine management with overrun cut-off, twin-spark ignition: BMS-O with e-gasEmission control
Regulated three-way catalytic converter
Mileage / consumption
Maximum speed
over 180 km/hConsumption per 100 km based on the WMTC
5.6 l/100kmFuel type
Super plus lead-free (max. 15% ethanol, E15) RON 95 90 AKI
Electrical system
Alternator
Permanent magnet generator 600 W (nominal capacity)Battery
12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch
Single-disk dry clutchGears
6-gear shifting claw transmission in separate transmission housingSecondary drive
Drive shaft
Suspension / brakes
Frame
Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeamsFront suspension / spring elements
Telescopic forkRear-wheel guide / spring elements
Steel swinging fork with central shock strutSpring travel, front / rear
120 mm / 90 mmWheelbase
1,731 mmCastor
150 mmSteering head angle
57.3°Wheels
Spoked wheelRim dimensions, front
3.00″ x 16″Rim dimensions, rear
5.00″ x 16″Tyre, front
130/90 B16Tyre, rear
180/65 B16Brake, front
Twin disc brake, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliperBrake, rear
Single disc brakes, diameter 300 mm, four-piston fixed calipersABS
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integral)
Dimensions / weights
Seat height at kerb weight
710 mmRider step length at kerb weight
1,655 mmUsable tank capacity
approx. 16 lof which is reserve
approx. 4 lLength
2,440 mmHeight (excluding mirrors)
1,342 mmHeight (above windshield, at DIN kerb weight)
1,397 mmWidth (with mirror)
964 mmVehicle kerb weight, fully fuelled/road-ready
365 kg 1)Max. permitted weight
560 kgMax. load (with standard equipment)
195 kg
Price from: £18,990
Full details and more photos at BMW Motorrad UK
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