2023 BMW R 18 B

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2023 BMW R 18 B Black Storm Metallic

The R 18 B brings together full Boxer power with BMW Motorrad touring history and the emotional character of the R 18 family. The large front end featuring a fork-mounted fairing and low windscreen demonstrate a strong character. The 1802 cc of the black Big Boxer leaves no room for speculation. Still, it’s not all about displacement. The R 18 B goes significantly further. It’s made for customizing. Turn it into your unique bike and bring out the #SoulFuel.

The dropping fly line runs from the tall, striking front fairing to the teardrop-shaped 6.3 gallon tank and the stretched seat to the rear end featuring integrated side cases and tail lights. Typical for BMW Motorrad: consistent and straight-forward design. Typical for a bagger motorcycle: characteristic streamlining.

You know exactly what you want. For this reason, the R 18 B has been completely geared towards customization. This applies both to the design as well as to the range of Original BMW Motorrad Accessories and equipment. The elaborate “Machined” and “2-Tone-Black” collections developed in cooperation with Roland Sands Design, the traditional “Option 719” and the Vance & Hines exhaust systems are merely the starting point on the way to an R 18 B that suits your taste.

Features may include:

• Active Cruise Control

With the available ACC, your bike maintains your desired speed, via a radar sensor, and distance from the vehicle in front of you.

• Cases

The integrated side cases provide a capacity of over 7 gallons each. Their stylish shape has been integrated into the R 18 B’s streamlined outline: for an unmistakable bagger look. The perfectly coordinated liners made of a sophisticated leather and canvas material mix are available as part of the accessories range.

• Cockpit

Four traditional, analog round instruments are included together with a modern 10.25” TFT display: from fuel level indicator to map navigation, you have all the information available at a glance.

• Power Reserve

See what you can feel: the traditional, round instrument illustrates the power reserves you haven’t used yet.

• TFT display

The 10.25” TFT color display offers you a range of legible information and maximum functionality.

• Marshall Gold Series

Available gray cover grilles and golden Marshall lettering: these are the elements that conceal the refined sound quality from a total of four speakers powered by a 180 watt amp.

• Boxer engine

We build it with conviction and plenty of passion. Power, endurance, reliability – simply put: a very special boxer experience.

• Front Fairing

First impressions count. And this one is impressive. The front fairing installed on the handlebars provides you with ideal protection from the elements and represents a visual highlight with a high recognition value.

Engine

• Engine TypeTwin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft
• Cooling SystemAir/oil cooled
• Bore107.1 mm
• Stroke100 mm
• Displacement1802 cc
• Engine Power91 hp at 4,750 rpm
• Engine TorqueMax: 116 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm
• Compression Ratio9.6:1
• EmissionsControl: Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter

Fuel System

• Fuel TypeSuper plus, unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15) RON 95 90 AKI
• Fuel InjectionElectronic intake manifold fuel injection/digital engine management: BMS-O with electromotive throttle controller

Battery

• Battery12 V / 26 Ah

Drivetrain

• ClutchSingle-disc dry clutch
• SteeringHead Angle: 62.7°
• Transmission6-speed | Secondary drive: Drive shaft

Chassis

• Frame TypeDouble-cradle steel frame

Suspension

• Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
• Rear SuspensionSteel swingarm with central shock strut
• Front Travel (in./cm.)4.7
• Rear Travel (in./cm.)4.7

Brakes

• Front braking systemTwin disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
• Rear braking systemSingle disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
• ABS OptionBMW Motorrad Integral ABS (fully integrated)

Wheels & Tires

• WheelsCast aluminum front wheel
• Front Wheel3.5 x 19
• Rear Wheel5.0 x 16
• Front Tire120/70 R19
• Rear Tire180/65 B16

Dimensions

• DimensionsInner leg curve at vehicle curb weight: 67”
• Wheelbase66.7
• Length(above spray guard): 100.8”
• Width(across hand levers): 38.2”
• Seat HeightAt vehicle curb weight: 28.35”
• Castor7.2
• Height(above windscreen, at DIN vehicle curb weight): 55.1”

Capacities

• Payload Capacity511 lbs
• Fuel CapacityUsable tank volume: approx. 6.3 gallon
• Fuel ReserveOf which: approx. 1 gallon

Weights

• WeightPermitted total weight: 1388 lbs
• Curb WeightRoad-ready, fully fueled 1): 877 lbs 1)

Electric

• AlternatorPermanent magnet alternator with 660 W (nominal capacity)

• Adaptive Headlight
• Locking Fuel Cap
• Hill Start Control
• Headlight Pro
• Central Locking System
• Heated Seat
• TPM (Tire Pressure Monitoring)
• Reverse Assist
• Active Cruise Control
• Anti-Theft Alarm System
• Marshall Gold Series Stage 1 Speakers