BMW R 18 Classic 2023 vs. BMW R nineT 2018

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R nineT 2018

Overview - BMW R 18 Classic 2023 vs BMW R nineT 2018

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R nineT 2018

Technical Specifications BMW R 18 Classic 2023 compared to BMW R nineT 2018

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R nineT 2018

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R nineT 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	107.1 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	100 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	91 HP	Engine power	110 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	158 Nm	Torque	116 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.6	Compression Ratio	12
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	48 mm	Throttle Bore	50 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,802 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	49 mm	Diameter	46 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Paralever
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	90 mm	Travel	120 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	57.3 degree	Rake	63.2 degree
Trail	Trail	150 mm	Trail	107.9 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	265 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	16 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,440 mm	Length	2,175 mm
Width	Width	964 mm	Width	900 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,731 mm	Wheelbase	1,487 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	710 mm	Seat Height	803 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	365 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	222 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R nineT 2018

What more can be said about the BMW R nineT? Since its release in 2014, it has been a real perennial favourite in the customising scene and also at BMW itself. Its ingredients, however, are of very high quality and explain why the result is so coherent. The boxer engine, full of character, is a real joy every time you pull the throttle and, thanks to the wonderful sound, it never gets boring in the long run. Despite the relatively high weight, the BMW is pleasant to ride thanks to the high-quality chassis and finds a balanced mixture between cruiser and sporty naked bike. The look is of course a matter of taste, but the sales figures suggest that BMW must have done something right. And even if you don't like the standard look, accessories are a dime a dozen.

Boxer engine full of character

powerful pressure from low revs

comfortable seating position

extensive equipment

large accessories market

cool look

Footrest position when manoeuvring

Passenger ride comfort

Price