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The BMW R 18 Transcontinental

The BMW R 18 Transcontinental
The stylish way to travel

Wherever it goes, it is the focal point. The BMW R 18 Transcontinental is a modern interpretation of a classic, with an imposing appearance, striking design, and exclusive equipment. Powered by a big boxer engine, it offers a uniquely confident riding experience – unmistakeable sound included. If you prefer an even bolder look, you’ll surely enjoy the extroverted paintwork options. When touring, it doesn’t get any more stylish than this. Nor any more comfortable. With its high-end technology, it is perfectly equipped for travelling in style.

Enjoy in Style

The choice is yours

Choose the right paintwork and emphasise your own personal style.

Blackstorm metallic

Bold styling: even the base version of the R 18 Transcontinental is impressive.

Two-Tone Dragonfirerot metallic

Blending in is not your thing: with this extroverted styling, you’re guaranteed to be seen wherever you go.

Option 719 Tanzanite

The styling with Blue Planet metallic/Oriental Blue metallic demonstrates: the R 18 Transcontinental is here to take the world by storm.

Welcome to First Class

Welcome to First Class

With a large mudguard and a prominent front end, it exudes a sense of size and sophistication – the miles seem to fly by effortlessly. The 24-litre tank, the wind deflector, and the footboards show: the R 18 Transcontinental allows for stylish and casual travel. The high-quality topcase with a backrest makes the experience even more comfortable for your passenger.

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Highlights for modern travel

Comfortable handling, exclusive equipment, and high-end technology: the R 18 Transcontinental has everything you would expect from a BMW bike. The highlights include, for example, the 180-watt booster of the Marshall Gold Series Stage 2, the large TFT display, and the wind deflectors, which are attached to the engine protection bars.

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Power Reserve
Power Reserve display as a traditional round instrument.
Marshall Gold Series Stage 2
Installed Marshall speakers.
Cockpit
The cockpit boasts the analogue round instruments and the TFT display.
Smooth travels with Active Cruise Control
We see the R 18 Transcontinental with the Active Cruise Control system.
Passenger seat
Passenger seat with comfortable backrest.
TFT display
TFT display of the R 18 Transcontinental.
Front trim panel
The front trim panel of the R 18 Transcontinental.
Wind deflectors
Wind deflector of the R 18 Transcontinental.

Eating up the miles in a relaxed and safe way

Eating up the miles in a relaxed and safe way

Hop on and relax: the R 18 Transcontinental offers the highest level of comfort and safety. The standard and optional equipment features are intended to help you to maintain your distance or speed, and can offer assistance on hills or when reversing. The optional central locking system for the case and topcase is not only practical, but also offers protection for the things that are important to you when you’re on the road.

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Experience Quality

  • R 18 Transcontinental

    R 18 Transcontinental

Impressive power

Even when only starting it up, you can understand how the big boxer earned its name. The 1,802-cc engine offers 67 kw (91 hp) at 4,750 rpm. With its typical boxer power development you can rely on at least 150 Nm between 2,000 and 4,000 rpm. The powerful torque and excellent responsiveness guarantee an enjoyable ride over long distances – relaxed, but never monotonous.

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1802
cc displacement
740
mm seat height
163
Nm torque at 3,000 rpm
24
Litres tank volume (approx.)
Air/oil-cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine

Stage yourself

Travel your way

The R 18 Transcontinental is an imposing bike for unforgettable travel experiences. It’s also ready for you to make it your own. Thanks to the exclusive accessories from Roland Sands Design and the genuine BMW Motorrad optional accessories, you can configure it exactly how you want it.

The R 18 Transcontinental is an imposing bike for unforgettable travel experiences. It’s also ready for you to make it your own. Thanks to the exclusive accessories from Roland Sands Design and the genuine BMW Motorrad optional accessories, you can configure it exactly how you want it.

3 years' peace of mind

Ride on and on and on. We give you an extra year.

As of right now, you receive an extra year's worth of peace of mind in addition to the statutory warranty period when you purchase a motorcycle. 

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Two people enjoying the lovely view in their BMW Motorrad clothing

Find your look

In our new online BMW Motorrad clothing shop, you can find the right clothes for your next trip. Be it a sporty or a modern look, all of the clothes have a few things in common: safety, innovation and quality. Find your favourite pieces and order them online, or visit your local BMW Motorrad partner to see them for yourself.

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