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The stylish way to travel
Wherever it goes, it is the focal point. The BMW R 18 Transcontinental is a modern interpretation of a classic, with an imposing appearance, striking design, and exclusive equipment. Powered by a big boxer engine, it offers a uniquely confident riding experience – unmistakeable sound included. If you prefer an even bolder look, you’ll surely enjoy the extroverted paintwork options. When touring, it doesn’t get any more stylish than this. Nor any more comfortable. With its high-end technology, it is perfectly equipped for travelling in style.
Welcome to First Class
With a large mudguard and a prominent front end, it exudes a sense of size and sophistication – the miles seem to fly by effortlessly. The 24-litre tank, the wind deflector, and the footboards show: the R 18 Transcontinental allows for stylish and casual travel. The high-quality topcase with a backrest makes the experience even more comfortable for your passenger.
Highlights for modern travel
Comfortable handling, exclusive equipment, and high-end technology: the R 18 Transcontinental has everything you would expect from a BMW bike. The highlights include, for example, the 180-watt booster of the Marshall Gold Series Stage 2, the large TFT display, and the wind deflectors, which are attached to the engine protection bars.
Eating up the miles
Hop on and relax: the R 18 Transcontinental offers the highest level of comfort and safety. The standard and optional equipment features are intended to help you to maintain your distance or speed, and can offer assistance on hills or when reversing. The optional central locking system for the case and topcase is not only practical, but also offers protection for the things that are important to you when you’re on the road.
Impressive power
Even when only starting it up, you can understand how the big boxer earned its name. The 1,802-cc engine offers 67 kw (91 hp) at 4,750 rpm. With its typical boxer power development you can rely on at least 150 Nm between 2,000 and 4,000 rpm. The powerful torque and excellent responsiveness guarantee an enjoyable ride over long distances – relaxed, but never monotonous.
| Type | 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 |
| Rated output | 67 kW (91 hp) at 4,750 rpm |
| Max. torque | 163 Nm at 3,000 rpm |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 : 1 |
| Mixture control | Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire |
| Emission control | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter |
| Maximum speed | 180 km/h |
| Fuel type | Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI |
| Alternator | Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W (nominal power) |
| Battery | 12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free |
| Clutch | Single-disc dry clutch |
| Gearbox | Claw-shifted 6-gear gearbox with separate transmission housing |
| Drive | Cardan |
| Frame | Double loop steel frame with bolted beams |
| Front wheel location / suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear wheel location / suspension | Steel twin-sided swing arm, central spring strut |
| Suspension travel, front / rear | 120 mm / 120 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,689 mm |
| Castor | 183.5 mm |
| Steering head angel | 62.7° |
| Wheels | Aluminum cast wheel on front wheel |
| Rim, front | 3.50 x 19" |
| Rim, rear | 5.00 x 18'' |
| Tyre, front | 120/70 R19 |
| Tyre, rear | 180/55 B18 |
| Brake, front | Twin disc brake, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Brake, rear | Twin disc brake, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper |
| ABS | BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (fully integral) |
| Seat height | 740 mm |
| Inner leg curve | 1,710 mm |
| Usable tank volume | approx. 24 l |
| Reserve | approx. 4 l |
| Length (over topcase) | 2,640 mm (over splash guard) |
| Height (at windshield and topcase, DIN-unladen weight) | 1,500 mm (above windshield, at DIN unladen weight) |
| Width (incl. side cases) | 970 mm (above hand lever) |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled | 433 kg |
| Permitted total weight | 630 kg |
| Payload (with standard equipment) | 197 kg |