Data and equipment
The BMW R 18 Classic
The R 18 Classic brings to mind the icons of our history and the qualities of early touring cruisers. We brought these qualities back to life. Learn all about the technical data here.
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Technical data
Engine
Rated output
91 hp at 4,750 rpm
Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
Type
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
Capacity
1,802 cc
Max. torque
120 lb-ft 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
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed
111 mph
Fuel type
Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI
Electrical system
Alternator
Permanent magnet alternator with 600 W (nominal power)
Battery
12 V / 26 Ah
Power transmission
Clutch
Single-disc dry clutch
Gearbox
Constant-mesh 6-gear gearbox with separate transmission housing
Drive
Cardan shaft drive
Chassis / brakes
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
4.7" / 3.5"
Wheelbase
68.1"
Castor
5.9"
Steering head angle
57.3°
Wheels
Spoke wheels
1)
Rim, front
3.50 x 19"
Rim, rear
5.00 x 16"
Tire, front
120/70 R19
Tire, rear
180/65 B16
Brake, front
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 (partial integral)
1) Front only
Dimensions / weights
Seat height at unladen weight
28.7"
Inner leg curve at unladen weight
66.7"
Usable tank volume
approx. 4.2 gal
Reserve
approx. 1 gal
Length
96" (over splash guard)
Height
44.3" (above windshield, at unladen weight)
Width
37.3" (above hand lever)
Permitted total weight
1,234 lbs
Payload (with standard equipment)
421 lbs
