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2023 R 18

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.

The first step is the easiest – the A2 variant of the R 18

The R 18 is also available in an A2-compliant variant with 35 kW (48 PS). 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 from the very beginning.

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.

    Classic chrome

    The limited edition model on occasion of BMW Motorrad's 100th anniversary including chrome design option and many other highlights.

    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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    Machined engine housing cover
    Machined engine housing cover.
    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.
    Machined fuel filler cap
    Machined fuel filler cap.
    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.
    Machined engine housing cover.
    We see the footboards of the R 18.
    2-Tone-Black cylinder head covers.
    The long fishtail rear silencer also emphasises the cruiser silhouette.
    Machined fuel filler cap.
    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.
    Machined engine housing cover.
    We see the footboards of the R 18.
    2-Tone-Black cylinder head covers.
    The long fishtail rear silencer also emphasises the cruiser silhouette.
    Machined fuel filler cap.
    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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    Experience the sound of the R 18

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      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.)
    Data & equipment

    The first step is the easiest – the A2 variant of the R 18

    The R 18 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 from the very beginning.

    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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