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2024 BMW R 18Transcontinental

Motorcycle

THE ROAD’S BEST DRESSED ICON

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.

Starting at $23,995 MSRP

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Engine

Design

Air/oil cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft

Bore x stroke

107.1 mm x 100 mm

Displacement

1,802 cc

Nominal capacity

91 HP at 4,750 rpm

Max. torque

116 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm

Compression ratio

9.6 :1

Fuel preparation

Electronic intake manifold fuel injection/digital engine management: BMS-O with electromotive throttle controller

Emission control

Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter

Mileage / consumption

Maximum speed

Over 111 mph

Fuel type

Super plus, unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15) RON 95 90 AKI

Electrical system

Alternator

Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W (nominal capacity)

Battery

12 V / 26 Ah

Power transmission

Clutch

Single-disc dry clutch

Transmission

6-speed transmission

Secondary drive

Drive shaft

Suspension/brakes

Frame

Double-cradle tubular steel frame

Front suspension/spring elements

Telescopic fork

Rear-wheel guide/spring elements

Steel swingarm with central shock strut

Spring travel, front / rear

4.7" / 4.7"

Wheelbase

66.7”

Castor

7.2”

Steering head angle

62.7°

Wheels

Cast aluminum front wheel

Rim dimensions, front

3.5 x 19"

Rim dimensions, rear

5.0 x 16"

Tire, front

120/70 R19

Tire, 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

Seat height at vehicle curb weight

29.1”

Inner leg curve at vehicle curb weight

67.3”

Usable tank capacity

approx. 6.3 gallon

Of which reserve

approx. 1.0 gallon

Length (above topcase)

104“

Height (above windscreen, at DIN vehicle curb weight)

59.1”

Width (across hand levers)

38.2”

Vehicle curb weight, road-ready, fully fueled 1)

942 lbs 1)

Permitted total weight

1,389 lbs

Payload (with standard equipment)

448 lbs

Power Reserve

Convenient, luxurious and consistent: the Power Reserve display of the R 18 Transcontinental shows how much power you still have available.

Marshall Gold Series 2

The optional, powerful 180 watt amp powers a total of six speakers: for maximum sound quality and absolute audio pleasure.

Cockpit

Four traditional, analog round instruments combine with one modern 10.25” TFT display: from the fuel level indicator to the navigation system and your playlist, it provides you with all the relevant information at a glance.

Active Cruise Control

With the new available ACC, your bike maintains your desired speed, via a radar sensor, and distance from the vehicle in front of you.

Passenger seat

The particularly comfortable passenger seat features heating as standard and offers outstanding stability. The backrest has been seamlessly integrated into the adjacent topcase.

TFT display

Plenty of space for plenty of information. From map navigation to vehicle data and your playlist: easily keep an eye on everything thanks to the 10.25” TFT display.

Front fairing panel

The front fairing that has been installed on the forks provides you with ideal protection from the elements in conjunction with the tall windscreen. The two LED additional headlights remain true to the original style and perfectly integrate into the R 18 Transcontinental’s lines to lend it an unmistakable look.

Wind deflector

Wind deflectors and the tall windscreen make sure that wind will not bother you too much.

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