R 18
R 18

From £17,480*

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The BMW R 18

Soul is all that matters

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. 

We see two motorcyclists in the sunshine.

Model Variants

R 18

Specification.

  • Speedometer with multifunction display (On-board computer)
  • LED Headlight
  • LED Rear and Brake Light included rear indicators
  • Automatic Stability Control (ASC)
  • 3 Riding Modes (Rock, Roll and Rain)
  • Keyless Ride
R 18 First Edition

Specification.

Including base model specification plus:

First Edition package:

  • Pinstriping
  • Chrome package

The design of the R 18

Your style counts

Be one of the first and get yourself the R 18. The choice is yours.

    To the configurator

    Option 719 Mineral white metallic

    This exclusive colour combination with unmissable highlights in gold lends elegance and grandeur to your R 18.

    Black storm metallic matt

    The basic version of the R 18 in Black storm metallic insists on purity.

    Mars Red metallic

    The R 18 with Mars Red metallic paintwork makes a clear statement.

    Manhattan metallic matt

    Engine and transmission in Nürburg Silver, polished aluminium parts and high-gloss chrome handlebars lend the R 18 contemporary characteristics.

    Option 719 Galaxy Dust metallic/Titansilber 2 metallic

    The R 18 featuring effect paintwork shimmering between blue and violet with silver contrast surfaces immediately catches the eye.

    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 customisation. 

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    Fork tubes.
    We see the metal fork tube of the R 18.
    Footboards.
    We see the footboards of the R 18.
    2-Tone-Black cylinder head covers.
    2-Tone-Black cylinder head covers.
    Fishtail rear silencer.
    The long fishtail rear silencer also emphasises the cruiser silhouette.
    Rear view.
    We see the R 18 from behind. The double striping is clearly visible.
    Boxer with pushrods.
    We see the imposing 1802 ccm two-cylinder boxer engine of the R 18.
    Open drive shaft and double-cradle frame.
    The open drive shaft: another hallmark from the history of BMW Motorrad.
    Fork bridge.
    We see the puristic fork bridge of the R 18.
    We see the metal fork tube of the R 18.
    We see the footboards of the R 18.
    2-Tone-Black cylinder head covers.
    The long fishtail rear silencer also emphasises the cruiser silhouette.
    We see the R 18 from behind. The double striping is clearly visible.
    We see the imposing 1802 ccm two-cylinder boxer engine of the R 18.
    The open drive shaft: another hallmark from the history of BMW Motorrad.
    We see the puristic fork bridge of the R 18.
    We see the metal fork tube of the R 18.
    We see the footboards of the R 18.
    2-Tone-Black cylinder head covers.
    The long fishtail rear silencer also emphasises the cruiser silhouette.
    We see the R 18 from behind. The double striping is clearly visible.
    We see the imposing 1802 ccm two-cylinder boxer engine of the R 18.
    The open drive shaft: another hallmark from the history of BMW Motorrad.
    We see the puristic fork bridge of the R 18.

    Configure your personal cruiser

    Configure your personal cruiser

    Our Option 719 opens up a host of opportunities to lend the R 18 a personal touch. The Option 719 Bicolour Icon cast wheel completes the bike’s high-grade look. The Option 719 seat made of black artificial leather with diamond embossing and seams as well as embroidered BMW badge makes any ride out even more comfortable.

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    3 years warranty.

    Ride on & on & on. We`re giving you an extra year. 

    Now there's a 3-year warranty on all motorcycles. 

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    Experience the sound of the R 18

    We have counted on the boxer since 1923  – by conviction. The 1802 ccm two-cylinder boxer engine of the R 18 is the boxer with the most displacement that we have ever built. It delivers its maximum torque of 158 Nm at 3000 min-1. From 2000 bis 4000 min-1, it always delivers over 150 Nm, meaning a consistently high torque with the typical running characteristics of a boxer. At 4750 min-1, the Big Boxer delivers 67 kW (91 hp). Thereby combining its core tradition with modern technology. For pure emotion on the road.

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    1802
    ccm capacity
    158
    Nm torque at 3,000 rpm
    690
    mm seat height
    290
    km range (min.)
    Technical Data

    The right way? Your own

    #soulfuel means always keeping your passion and curiosity. Even when you are not sitting on your bike.    

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    Heritage. Pure passion.
    Authentic and relaxed on the go, whether alone or in a group.
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