BMW R 18 Classic 2023 vs. Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

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Overview - BMW R 18 Classic 2023 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Technical Specifications BMW R 18 Classic 2023 compared to Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore107.1 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke100 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power91 HPEngine power61 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque158 NmTorque62.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.6 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,802 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel90 mmTravel80 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typePerimeter
TrailTrail150 mmTrail120 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter250 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter16 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,440 mmLength2,310 mm
WidthWidth964 mmWidth880 mm
HeightHeight1,342 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,731 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height710 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)365 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)229 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

No matter which platform Kawasaki puts the 650 cubic two-cylinder in, the result is always a great motorbike! Even though the engine is unusually rev-happy for a cruiser, it results in a cruiser that actually qualifies as a sports cruiser when paired with the sporty chassis set-up. The only brake is the limited lean angle clearance, but this will not deter lovers of hearty footrest grinding. With such a good bike, we hope that Kawasaki will follow suit - after all, the Vulcan S has been with us almost unchanged since 2015.

powerful engine

chassis tuning with sporty Kawasaki DNA

real cruiser seating position

easy-to-read display

potential in tuning

Appearance a little outdated

moderate wind protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 18 Classic vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Price BMW R 18 Classic

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Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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