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BMW R18 News - See all the news of BMW R18.

<p>BMW Motorrad India has finally introduced the new R18 cruiser in the country. The motorcycle costs Rs 31.50 lakh ex-showroom. Interested customers can book the new R18 Transcontinental through the network of BMW Motorrad dealers. It has arrived in our market as a completely built-up unit (CBU). According to BMW Motorrad India, the freshly unveiled BMW R 18 Transcontinental brings back luxury touring from a bygone era. In terms of features, the motorcycle comes standard with Traction Control, Automatic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Keyless Ride, and others.&nbsp;In the cruiser segment, the firm now offers a total of three R18 motorcycles in India: the R 18, the R 18 Classic, and the R 18 Transcontinental. Let's know in detail about the recently introduced model in the R18 Indian lineup.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Design &amp; Colours</h2>

<p><img alt="BMW R18 Transcontinental" height="720" src="/uploads/2023/03/BMW-R18-Transcontinental.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>The new R18 Transcontinental gives an increased&nbsp;cruiser feel, according to BMW Motorrad India. It has a large handlebar-mounted fairing with a windscreen, wind deflectors, body-colored panniers, and a top box. Additionally, it comes equipped with alloy wheels and a pillion seat. According to the firm, the motorcycle is produced for leisurely riding and opulent touring. Black Storm Metallic, Gravity Blue Metallic, Manhattan Metallic Matte, Option 719 Mineral White Metallic, and Option 719 Galaxy Dust Metallic/Titan Silver 2 Metallic are the five colours available for the BMW R 18 Transcontinental.</p>

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<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Engine Details&nbsp;</h2>

<p><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/bike-news/2023-bmw-r18-transcontinental-launched-in-india-at-rs-3150-lakh-112765/">Powering the new R18 Transcontinental is the same 1,802cc, air- and oil-cooled boxer engine</a>, available with the standard R18 version. The engine produces 91bhp of the highest power at 4,750rpm and 158Nm of maximum torque at 3,000rpm, with more than 150Nm available between 2,000rpm and 4,000rpm. It comes paired with a six-speed gearbox. The new bike has a shaft drive system, according to BMW, and has a top speed of 189km/h.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Features&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Updated instrumentation with four circular analogue gauges and a 10.25-inch TFT screen is a significant feature update. A Marshall Gold Series Stage 2 audio system with six speakers and a subwoofer is also included with the R18 Transcontinental.<br />
BMW has also offered a variety of features to the motorcycle, including dynamic engine braking, reverse gear, hill start assist, &nbsp;steering stabilizer, cruise control, ABS, automatic stability control, and riding modes.</p>

<p><img alt="BMW R18 Transcontinental1" height="720" src="/uploads/2023/03/BMW-R18-Transcontinental1.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>The new motorcycle also&nbsp;features LED lighting throughout, smartphone connectivity, heated seats, LED fog lamps, heated grips, an antitheft alarm, a central locking system, and adaptive headlights. It can be further customised by buyers using the range of BMW Motorrad Accessories.</p>

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<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Hardware</h2>

<p>BMW has mounted the boxer powertrain inside a double-cradle frame, supported by monoshocks and telescopic front forks. The new model has twin 300mm front discs and a single 300mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS. It rides on 19-inch front and 16-inch rear wheels with 120/70 and 180/65 tyre sizes, respectively. A 24-litre fuel tank with four litres of extra space is provided for the R 18 Transcontinental. The bicycle weighs 427kg in total.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Price</h2>

<p>As stated, the BMW R18 Transcontinental has finally been launched at Rs 31.50 lakh (ex-showroom) in the country. It is the most costly R18 in the firm's range for India.&nbsp;</p>


BMW R18 Transcontinental Launched in India; Design, Specs & Features Explained

The BMW R18 Transcontinental has finally launched at Rs 31.50 lakh in India. Let's know more about this new addition to the R18 cruiser segment in terms of features, hardware, engine, and more.

<p>BMW Motorrad India&nbsp;has launched the R 18 Transcontinental in the country&nbsp;at Rs 31.50 lakh (ex-showroom). In our market, the R 18, the R 18 Classic, and the R 18 Transcontinental are the three classic motorcycles that the company now offers in the cruiser category. The new BMW R 18 Transcontinental can be ordered through the network of BMW Motorrad dealers as a completely built-up unit (CBU). The recently launched BMW R 18 Transcontinental revives a bygone era of touring in opulent fashion, says BMW Motorrad India. Powering the new R 18 Transcontinental is an air/oil-cooled two-cylinder flat twin engine. This powerful 1,802cc engine develops 91bhp. Further, the new BMW R 18 Transcontinental Classic offers three standard riding modes: Rain, Roll, and Rock. If you are planning to house this new BMW offering in your garage, then let's explore more about this iconic motorcycle that has recently marked its entry into India.</p>

<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Styling and Colour Options</h2>

<p><img alt="BMW R18 Transcontinental 2" height="720" src="/uploads/2023/03/BMW-R18-Transcontinental-2.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>The brand-new <a href="https://www.autox.com/news/bike-news/bmw-r-ninet-r-18-100-years-limited-editions-launched-in-india-check-details-112519/">BMW</a> R 18 Transcontinental is a premium tourer from BMW Motorrad that exhibits a vintage style. It features a big handlebar-mounted fairing with windshield, wind deflectors, a pillion seat, casings finished in body colour, and light alloy cast wheels. According to the firm, the bike is made for leisurely riding and opulent touring. It has a double cradle frame, a teardrop tank, an exposed gloss nickel-plated driveshaft, and paintwork with delicately painted double pinstripes, all reminiscent of the fabled boxer from 1936.&nbsp;Black Storm Metallic, Gravity Blue Metallic, Manhattan Metallic Matte, Option 719 Mineral White Metallic, and Option 719 Galaxy Dust Metallic/Titan Silver 2 Metallic are the five colour schemes that are available for the 2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental.</p>

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<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Engine and Transmission</h2>

<p>The R 18 Transcontinental is powered by an air/oil-cooled two-cylinder flat twin engine. This&nbsp;massive 1,802cc engine generates 91bhp of maximum power at 4,750rpm and 158Nm of peak torque at 3,000rpm, with more than 150Nm always available between 2,000 and 4,000rpm. The torque is transmitted to the transmission via a single-disc dry clutch. The 6-speed constant mesh gearbox is housed in dual-section aluminium housing and is a 4-shaft transmission with helical gear pairs. A countershaft connects the transmission input shaft with cleat dampers to the two transmission shafts with gear wheel pairs.</p>

<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Suspension</h2>

<p>The new <a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/bike-reviews/bmw-f-900-xr-review-first-ride-109027/">BMW</a> R 18 Transcontinental's suspension is similar to that of the BMW R 5, with a double loop steel tube frame, a rear swinging arm, and an enclosed axel drive. The rear swing arm encircles the rear axle gearbox. Moreover, electronic adjustment options are absent from the suspension components. Rather, a telescopic fork and a directly mounted cantilever suspension strut with adjustable spring preload and travel-dependent damping offer better suspension comfort and wheel control. The braking system has four-piston fixed callipers along with dual disc brakes in front and a single disc brake in the rear.</p>

<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Riding Modes</h2>

<p>The all-new <a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/bike-reviews/2022-ktm-rc-390-vs-bmw-g-310-rr-track-test-111701/">BMW</a> R 18 Transcontinental Classic offers three standard riding modes - 'Rain,' 'Roll,' and 'Rock' - to suit individual rider preferences. As per the bikemaker, in 'Rain' mode, the throttle response is gentler, and the riding dynamics provide a high level of safety on slick road surfaces. The engine provides optimal throttle response in 'Roll' mode&nbsp;while riding dynamics achieve ideal performance on all roads. 'Rock' mode unlocks the full dynamic potential - throttle response is quick and direct, while Automatic Stability Control allows for a little more slip.</p>

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<h2>2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental: Features</h2>

<p>There are a number of significant standard features on the brand-new <a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/bike-reviews/bmw-c-400-gt-review-first-ride-110909/">BMW</a> R 18 Transcontinental. With Active Cruise Control, the rider&nbsp;can ride in complete relaxation. The traction control can be disengaged whether the road is dry or wet, and Automatic Stability Control claims to offer&nbsp;flawless control. Electronically, Dynamic Engine Brake Control stops the rear wheels from sliding when the throttle is suddenly closed or the back spacing changes. Further, the bike&nbsp;also has Hill Start Control.&nbsp;The traditional ignition steering lock is replaced by the Keyless Ride System, which also provides central locking for the bike and storage containers. Electronic Cruise Control,&nbsp;LED Headlight Sets,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/bike-reviews/2020-bmw-r-18-review-first-ride-108735/">BMW Motorrad</a> Integral ABS, a dynamic brake light signal function, and the Marshall Gold Series Stage 2 sound system&nbsp;are&nbsp;also some&nbsp;features offered with&nbsp;the bike.&nbsp;</p>


2023 BMW R18 Transcontinental Launched in India at Rs 31.50 Lakh

BMW Motorrad India has finally launched the highly anticipated R 18 Transcontinental at Rs 31.50 lakh (ex-showroom) in the country. Now, the firm has the R 18, the R 18 Classic, and the R 18 Transcontinental in its cruiser category for the market.

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        R18 is a premium cruiser bike with an impressive design and relaxed highway
        ride quality. It has multiple riding modes, an automatic stability control, dynamic
        engine brake control, and an optional radar-based cruise control. The R18 goes
        against the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy and Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse for
        luxury and power.</p>

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