BMW Motorrad India has launched the all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental in India. This luxurious tourer promises an unparalleled experience that evokes the emotions of a bygone era. The launch of the all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental adds a nostalgic touring experience in a luxurious style to BMW Motorrad’s deeply rooted tradition. This article will delve into the details of the all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental and its features.
The BMW R 18 Transcontinental Joins BMW Motorrad’s Cruiser Segment
BMW Motorrad India offers three iconic motorcycles in the cruiser segment: The R 18, The R 18 Classic, and The R 18 Transcontinental. The all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental brings alive a nostalgic touring experience in a luxurious style. It offers the most authentic, unparalleled experience one can enjoy on two wheels promising a comfortable, powerful ride for miles.
Ex-Showroom Price of the All-New BMW R 18 Transcontinental
The all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental is available for order as a completely built-up unit (CBU) through the BMW Motorrad dealer network. The all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental is available at an ex-showroom price of INR 31,50,000. Prices prevailing at the time of invoicing will be applicable. Delivery will be made ex-showroom.
Attractive Colour Options
The all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental comes in five attractive color options – Black Storm Metallic, Gravity Blue Metallic, Manhattan Metallic Matte, Option 719 Mineral White Metallic, and Option 719 Galaxy Dust Metallic/Titan Silver 2 Metallic.
Design of the All-New BMW R 18 Transcontinental
The all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental is BMW Motorrad’s luxurious tourer that continues in the brand’s tradition and confidently exhibits the style of the times gone by. The large handlebar mounted fairing with windshield, wind deflectors, pillion seat, cases finished in body color, and the light alloy cast wheels embody the classic American touring bike designed for relaxed cruising and luxurious touring.
The classically designed, rearward curving side covers blend harmoniously with the elongated lines, combining the handlebar mounted front trim adds a distinctive touch, while two circular mirrors live up to classic styling aspirations. The state-of-the-art LED headlights ensure superior visibility on all roads.
The heart of the R 18 Transcontinental is an air/oil cooled two-cylinder flat twin engine– the most powerful boxer in series production by BMW. The massive 1,802 cc engine produces an output of 91 hp at 4,750 rpm. The maximum torque of 158 Nm is already available at 3,000 rpm, with more than 150 Nm always available from 2,000 – 4,000 rpm. This elemental pulling power is combined with a full, resonant sound.
Suspension and Braking System
The all-new BMW R 18 Transcontinental sports a double loop steel tube frame and rear swinging arm with an enclosed axle drive in a rigid frame design as on the legendary BMW R 5. The rear swing arm surrounds the rear axle transmission in authentic style. The suspension elements deliberately dispense with electronic adjustment options. Instead, a telescopic fork and a directly mounted cantilever suspension strut with travel-dependent damping and adjustable spring preload ensure superior wheel control and better suspension comfort. The braking system consists of twin disc brakes at the front and a single disc brake at the rear.
