Find full details on the BMW R 18 Transcontinental
The BMW R 18 Transcontinental is a grand touring motorcycle, drawing attention with its 1,802cc, air/oil-cooled boxer engine. The bike's large front fairing and windscreen enhance rider comfort on long journeys, while the spacious side cases provide practical storage. Its overall size and heft are designed for highway cruising, offering a stable and smooth ride.
Marshall Gold Series Stage 2: Powerful 180 watt booster powers a total of six speakers
10.25” TFT display
Smooth travels with Active Cruise Control
Heated passenger seat, with integrated backrest
LED Headlight
Wind deflector
Colours
Option 719 Mineral white metallic
Gravity blue metallic
Black storm metallic
Option 719 Galaxy dust metallic/Titan silver 2 metallic
Manhattan metallic matt
Fuel Economy
Overall Mileage
17.24km per litre
Specifications
Vehicle Type
Motorcycle
Fuel
Petrol
Engine Displacement
1802.00cc
Engine Details
Air/oil cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft
6-speed shifting claw transmission in separate transmission housing
Drivetrain
Secondary drive: Drive shaft
Top Speed
180kmph
Display
10.25” TFT display
Electricals
Battery
12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free
Head Lamp
LED
Tail Lamp
LED
Brakes
Front Brake
Twin disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
Rear Brake
Single disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
ABS System
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (fully integrated)
Chassis and Suspension
Frame
Double-cradle tubular steel frame with screwed-on downtubes
Front Suspension
Telescopic fork, 120 mm Spring travel
Rear Suspension
Steel double-sided swinging arm with central spring strut, 120 mm Spring travel
Tyres
Wheels / Rim
Cast aluminium front wheel
Rim dimensions, front : 3.5 x 19"
Rim dimensions, rear : 5.0 x 16"
Front Tyre
120/70 R19
Rear Tyre
180/65 B16
Dimensions
Length
2640mm
Width
970mm
Height
1500mm
Seat Height
740 mm
Wheelbase
1695 mm
Weight
630kg
Kerb Weight
427 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
24 litres
Reserve Tank Capacity
4 litres
Additional Details
Emission control: Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter
Castor: 183.5 mm
Steering head angle: 62.7°
Inner leg curve at vehicle kerb weight: 1,710 mm