BMW R 18 2020 vs. Benelli Imperiale 400 2023

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

Benelli Imperiale 400 2023

Benelli Imperiale 400 2023

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Technical Specifications BMW R 18 2020 compared to Benelli Imperiale 400 2023

BMW R 18 2020
Benelli Imperiale 400 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore107.1 mmBore72.7 mm
StrokeStroke100 mmStroke90 mm
Engine powerEngine power91 HPEngine power20.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpm
TorqueTorque168 NmTorque29 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.6 Compression Ratio8.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHVValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,802 ccmDisplacement373.5 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel110 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel90 mmTravel65 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter240 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 width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,440 mmLength2,170 mm
WidthWidth964 mmWidth815 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,731 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height690 mmSeat Height780 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity12 l

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

Benelli Imperiale 400 2023

Benelli Imperiale 400 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 18 vs Benelli Imperiale 400

Price BMW R 18

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Price Benelli Imperiale 400

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