BMW R 18 2020 vs. Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

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Overview - BMW R 18 2020 vs Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

Technical Specifications BMW R 18 2020 compared to Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

BMW R 18 2020
Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore107.1 mmBore102 mm
StrokeStroke100 mmStroke104 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.6 Compression Ratio9.5
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,802 ccmDisplacement1.7 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity20 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

Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 18 vs Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager

Price BMW R 18

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Price Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager

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