When it comes to motorcycles, do you think of Harley or Yamaha? It is true that these brands are quite representative, but when it comes to a long history, BMW does not lose them at all.
Yes, BMW also built motorcycles, in 1923, the first BMW R 32 was born, since then, BMW in the motorcycle design continues to innovate, making it as good as the car, take the BMW R 5 launched in 1936, equipped with a 494cc exhaust "boxer" engine, was the main sport motorcycle at that time!
Since entering the Chinese market in 2013, BMW has introduced more than 30 models in the whole series, and has successively upgraded some models and created new models, among which this year's new BMW R 1250 RT and new BMW S 1000 XR have gained a large number of fans. The success of these models has given BMW a strong confidence in creating the next generation of models.
At the Guangzhou Motor Show in November this year, BMW's luxury retro cruise models , the all-new BMW R 18 Bagger and the all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental , were unveiled. As a new member of the BMW R 18 family, the vehicle fully integrates classic elements with modern aesthetics, and has impressed many people with exquisite shapes, cool luxury. However, at that time, this car was only displayed as a concept and was not officially released.
After many days, the new BMW R 18 motorcycle has officially opened for pre-sale!
This time, the new BMW R 18 motorcycle has two models, R18 Bagger and R18 Transcontinental, with slight differences in weight, the Bagger version is 398 kg, and the Transcontinental is heavier, reaching 427 kg. As for the other details and configurations, they are all roughly the same, and the overall design language pays homage to the legendary BMW R 32, while having the strength to rival Harley's top cruise car, which is impressive.
Luxury cruise car, the shape pays tribute to the predecessors
This is a touring motorcycle, the body size is large enough, 2440 mm long, the wheelbase reaches 1731 mm, and the seat height is 690 mm, which is a "slender" player. The classic retro shape of the whole vehicle, each welding point of the casting or metal surrounding, reveals a delicate mechanical beauty, luxury temperament at a glance.
Because the design reproduces the BMW R 5, the details are full of shadows of predecessors, such as the body white double pinstripe hook, the triangular double cradle frame, and the teardrop-shaped fuel tank, etc., all of which are perfect tribute to the classic, coupled with the low-waist line design that extends from the front of the car, the sense of sport is full!
The front of the car has T-shaped goggles, as well as conspicuous LED headlights, and the circular metal lampshade is embedded in a horizontal strip of LED light strips, just like a huge "eye", which is not only visually recognizable, but also brings more lighting to the cyclist and enhances driving safety. Speaking of lights, there are also adaptive LED turn signals under the handlebar position, which provide illumination at a 25-degree angle range when the vehicle is driving to a corner.
Below the waistline, the "Boxer" horizontally opposed twin-cylinder engine looks imposing, coupled with the metal engraved "1800cc" nameplate, enriching the details of the vehicle.
The seats are made of leather leather, which is soft and comfortable to the touch and equipped with heating function.
The structure is also very reasonable, the space for concave is relatively large, and it is not easy to feel sour and numb for a long time.
As a motorcycle, the size of the suitcase must be large enough to fit. No, the new car is equipped with two 27L saddle boxes and a 48L rear trunk at the rear, which is just the right size for easy fittings with a hard hat and some essential daily necessities for long-distance travel.
In general, the appearance of the car is online, in line with the current public aesthetics, and the details are also very humane, no wonder many netizens are praised. In addition to the outstanding appearance, the new BMW R 18 motorcycle is also equipped with state-of-the-art technology, which is eye-catching.
Large LCD meters with rich configurations
It's common for motorcycles to configure dashboards, but most are small in size. This time, BMW installed a super pompous 10.25-inch TFT LCD meter for the new car, which is used to see the navigation route information, which is very clear.
In addition, BMW has also partnered with Marshall to equip the new car with a high-quality Marshall sound system, adding functions such as answering calls and playing music. All in all, the entertainment is a must.
Almost forgot, this oversized TFT LCD instrument on the outside, but also added comparable to luxury cars four analog mechanical instruments, retro technology, without losing style, every detail reveals the essence of luxury. As for the function, blind guessing is also equivalent to a luxury car.
I have to say that BMW really implements refinement to every detail. Seeing this, I believe that everyone is very curious about the power of this car, after all, cattle are not cattle, and they have to go on the road to see.
The "Big Boxer" engine is powerful
In terms of power, the new BMW R 18 is equipped with a newly developed horizontally opposed twin-cylinder "Big Boxer" engine with a maximum displacement of 1802CC, which can burst out 91 horsepower, a maximum torque of 158 Nm, and a six-speed transmission, which can provide a steady stream of power for the BMW R 18 at all times.
As we all know, for motorcycles, 1000CC up for the public upgrade of large displacement, obviously the new car has reached, it is said that BMW motorcycle is currently the largest, and even reached the level of the car, this strong power is terrible to think about!
It is worth mentioning that while maintaining strong power, the new BMW R 18 has not forgotten the loading safety technology. For example, the standard DDC electronic cruise, that is, ACC adaptive cruise on the car, uses integrated front radar sensors to achieve automatic follow-up and acceleration and deceleration. That being said, it should be very appetizing to car owners who love long distances.
At the same time, for different riding environments, the car is equipped with a new electronic control system, which can switch between the three driving modes of Rain, Roll and Rock, even if the environment is harsh and rainy, it can provide maximum safety protection for cyclists. All in all, it should be a good choice for motorcycle lovers. It is... Don't know the price is fragrant or not?
Open pre-sale, three versions are available
At present, the car has opened pre-sale, and the new BMW R 18 Bagger and the new BMW R 18 Transcontinental have launched three models of the car version, with a slight difference in price, from 365,000 to 445,000. How to say it, the price of about 400,000 for most people, there is indeed a loss of high. (Except for rich people~)
However, as far as the vehicle itself is concerned, the new BMW R 18 is really eye-catching from appearance to configuration and power. Then again, I don't know if BMW can shake the solid position of brands such as Harley with this new flagship product?