R 18 Classic

₹24,00,000 - ₹24,50,000 (Ex-Showroom Price)

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R 18 Classic Overview

Engine Capacity

1802 CC

Mileage

17.80 KM/L

Fuel Tank Capacity

16.0 L

Gears

6 Speed

Brakes

Twin Disc

Starting Mechanism

Self Start

Wheel Type

Alloy Wheels

Body Type

Sports

Engine Type

Air/Oil Cooled

What's New?

The BMW R 18 Classic is a variant of the BMW R 18 cruiser, introduced to enhance the retro appeal and touring capabilities of the standard model. While the R 18 focuses on pure heritage design and raw cruiser experience, the R 18 Classic adds elements that make it more suitable for long-distance touring and provide a more classic look. Big Boxer Engine: The R 18 Classic is powered by the same 1,802cc air/oil-cooled two-cylinder boxer engine found in the standard R 18. It produces 91 horsepower. Suspension: The bike features telescopic forks at the front and a cantilever rear suspension, tuned to offer a comfortable ride over long distances and varied road conditions. Additional Lighting: The Classic includes auxiliary LED headlights to improve visibility and enhance its vintage look. Safety Systems: Equipped with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) and optional Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), the Classic offers enhanced safety features. Cruise Control: Cruise control is a standard feature on the R 18 Classic, further improving its touring credentials.

Specifications & Features

Explore an in-depth overview of the R 18 Classic specifications and features, offering comprehensive details on its engine, fuel efficiency, mileage, brakes and max power. Additionally, gain insights into the bike's advanced safety features.

Engine CC

1802 CC

Fuel

Petrol

Mileage

17.80 KM/L

Brakes

Twin Disc

Max Torque

158 Nm

Max Power

90 Bhp @ 4750 Rpm

Speedometer - Digital

Fuel Warning Indicator

Low Battery Indicator

Engine Kill Switch

Tripmeter Count

Gear Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Pillion Grabrail

Clock

Pass Light

R 18 Classic Expert Review

8.1

Design

8.0

Performance

8.0

Fuel Consumption

8.0

Safety

8.0

Significance

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Value For Money

8.0

Pros

Stylish motorcycle

Gets decent features

Good ride quality

Cons

Vibey engine

Not the best tyres on offer

Dated LCD Console

Verdict

The R 18 Classic is not an outright street hooligan if that's what you're expecting. But it does the job very well, and if it's the manageable and reliable roadster you're looking to upgrade to, by all means, go and take a test ride! It may not give you an adrenaline rush, but it's no slouch either, and will keep you happy on most occasions. Whether you bring it home or not, it will certainly have you thinking about it, long after that first ride!

R 18 Classic

The R 18 Classic offers a premium motorcycling experience at a more attainable price point. Does it tick all the right boxes?

How’s the design?

The latest version of the R 18 Classic comes with a redesigned front fascia with a more contemporary headlamp cluster and LED lighting. There is a daytime running light (DRL) too for the bike while there are four-point adjustable levers, brakes and clutch. There is a new paint theme while the tail lights also get LEDs along with the turn indicators. The exhaust is quite similar to the one seen in the TVS Apache RR310. The bike looks and feels bigger than it actually is.

How is the performance?

The R 18 Classic has a 313 cc DOHC liquid cooled engine that makes 34 hp and 28 Nm of maximum torque. The engine is also paired to a 6-speed transmission system along with a slipper clutch. There is automatic idle boost for the engine and it sounds a little off-key at the beginning.