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• Biggest BMW boxer of all time
• Retro look and up-to-date electronics
• Prepared for factory customizing

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BMW has presented the first model of the new model family based on the new Big Boxer.

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Technically and visually, the new R 18 borrows from famous models such as the BMW R 5.

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The two-cylinder engine will be the focus of the new model.

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The naked version of the R 18 can be ordered in different versions.

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Here is the bobber version with a rocking saddle for the soloist.

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This variant offers a little more sheet metal and an ape hanger handlebar.

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There are also cast wheels in a different format.

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A First Edition will also be available at the start of sales.

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It combines the R 18 look with exclusive equipment features in classic black paint with white double lining.

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The many chrome surfaces, the seat badge and the chrome clasp also count "First edition" on the side covers to the highlights.

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Regardless of the version – the R 18 always looks like a rigid frame.

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The boxer offers 91 hp and 158 Nm torque from a displacement of 1,800 cm³.

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The stanchion diameter is 49 mm, the spring deflection at the front 120 and at the rear
90 mm.

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A double disc brake system decelerates at the front.

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BMW specifies the empty weight (ready to drive) at 345 kilograms.

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Badge on the side cover of the First Edition.

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The reference to the production location Berlin is omnipresent.

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When it comes to factory accessories, BMW has again looked for prominent partners.

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The exhaust systems do not come from Akrapovic, but from Vance&Hines.

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A maximum of one 21-inch wheel can be installed at the front.

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The standard size measures 19 inches in diameter.

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Milled cylinder head covers are optionally available.

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There are of course in different design variants.

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LED round headlights with distinctive daytime running lights.

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The cardan shaft may run in an openly visible manner.

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Round instrument with analog speedometer and additional digital displays.

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There are white double lines on the First Edition.

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There are also chrome-plated covers on the engine.

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There is also a large selection of benches.

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Single seat in the style of old BMW motorcycles.

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We worked with Roland Sands on the accessories.

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When it comes to customizing, BMW leaves nothing to chance and almost nothing to free providers.

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The R 18 can be extensively customized ex works.

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Prices have not yet been announced.

BMW R 18

Very American Bavaria cruiser

In 1997 BMW tried to penetrate the cruiser segment with the R 1200 C – with modest success. With the new R 18, BMW is once again daring a cruiser service in 2020 – with a lot of displacement and consistently classic styling.

W.he cruisers have to look like brands like Indian and Harley-Davidson have lived long before. Now BMW is following suit. After several studies, the first production model, the R 18, is finally following. A 16 liter drop tank, falling sideline and a good dash of BMW nostalgia in the form of the R5 from 1936 define the Bayern cruiser style. There is also a Trumm von Motor, which contributes its part to a DIN curb weight of 345 kilograms.

Biggest BMW boxer of all time

The new 1,800 boxer is the largest twin that the Bavarians have ever built. In the new R 18 Cruiser, the Big Boxer develops 91 hp and provides a maximum torque of 158 Nm. It is shifted by a six-speed gearbox. There is also an optional reverse gear that is operated via the starter. The single-disc anti-hopping dry clutch works with servo assistance.

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The drive torque is passed on to the rear wheel via an open cardan shaft. It sits in proper style in a steel double loop frame. The rear swing arm mimics a rigid frame together with a directly hinged spring strut that can only be adjusted in the preload. At the front, the R 18 relies on a conventional, non-adjustable telescopic fork with mighty 49er stanchions. So that it looks even more massive, it is covered with fork sleeves. The suspension travel is 90 mm at the rear and 120 mm at the front.

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The standard 19 and 16 inch wire-spoke wheels combine the Bavarians with a 300 double disc brake system at the front and a single-disc brake at the rear in conjunction with four-piston fixed calipers and of course integral ABS. The tire dimensions measure 120/70 at the front and 180/65 at the rear.

Retro look and up-to-date electronics

The R 18 comes across as cruiser-like with a seat height of just 690 mm. However, the R18 cannot offer a casual cruiser posture with legs stretched forward. The cylinders are in the way here. BMW communicates the forced positioning of the feet behind the cylinders with more casual "Mid mounted footpeg"-position.

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Different accessory benches and handlebars should bring variance in the seating position. The instrumentation is absolutely reduced. A single round instrument must be enough. The speedometer shows analog. The information from the on-board computer is transmitted digitally to the driver. The boxer starts keyless, but the key has to be used for the tank cap.

Despite its classic appearance, the R 18 is modern in terms of electronics. On board are an engine drag torque control, three driving modes and a stability control. Hill start assist and grip heating are available for an extra charge.

At the market launch, BMW will also be launching the R 18 as a First Edition, which will then be able to carry more paintwork, double lining and much more chrome, among other things.

Prepared for factory customizing

And because BMW is BMW, there are plenty of custom parts available right from the market launch with which the R 18 can be further customized. The studies on the R 18 have already shown what bandwidth is possible. In the second cruiser attempt, Bayern obviously don’t want to leave anything to chance. Least of all success. If you want to contribute, you can put together your personal R18 on the BMW website in an online configurator. However, not all options are available for all markets.

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Oh yes, if R 18 customers are really interested: The standard sprint should be possible in 4.8 seconds. A maximum of over 180 km / h is possible.

The R 18 should be available from autumn 2020. BMW cites 22,800 euros as the base price. Other model variants based on the new boxer will follow later.

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