BMW R 18 2020 vs. Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

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Overview - BMW R 18 2020 vs Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

Technical Specifications BMW R 18 2020 compared to Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

BMW R 18 2020
Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power91 HPEngine power28 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,250 rpm
TorqueTorque168 NmTorque41 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,802 ccmDisplacement499 ccm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDrum

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width110 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,440 mmLength2,160 mm
WidthWidth964 mmWidth800 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,731 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height690 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

The BMW R 18 is a beautifully made motorbike. Everything about it is genuine. The big boxer will delight friends of the BMW brand, but also friends of extroverted mechanical motorbike technology. In driving mode, the engine is pleasant to dose and thus fits well with the accessible handling. The equipment options are almost limitless. In terms of driving dynamics, chassis and electronics package, BMW is not breaking any new ground. It is a well-made classic beautiful cruiser. The seating position heats up the tempers. During the test ride, however, the journalists coped well with it. It tends to be a little more difficult to sit on the bike with long legs.

Authentic appearance

elaborately staged, beautifully air-cooled boxer engine

pleasant metering, good pull

wide range of driving modes

high-quality and loving details

many options for customisation

precise gearbox

easy handling.

Roughly controlled traction control

no foot-forward seating position possible - somewhat annoying for long legs

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 18 vs Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI

Price BMW R 18

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Price Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI

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