BMW R 18 Transcontinental Test 2021 - Review of the most powerful touring boxer of all time!

BMW is logically expanding the range of the R 18 series. After the naked, lightly disguised and excavator version, the R 18 Transcontinental is the true travel bike. And as is so often the case with such heavy bikes, the pure weight figure of 441 kilograms with a full tank is shocking. Once the Transconti is underway, everything suddenly becomes comparatively easy. Of course, quick changes of direction are taboo and the brake needs manual force, but the comfort on long distances is wonderful thanks to the cozy ergonomics and smooth chassis. The largest series boxer engine also cuts a good figure: noticeable vibrations, but not too much. The fairing is also okay, even though some competitors have an electrically adjustable windshield. The rest of the bling-bling is absolutely state-of-the-art, with a Marshall music system, 10.25-inch color TFT and much more.

[@stevoone342]

As a new owner of a R18 Transcontinental, coming of a K1600GA. I’ve been blown away by the R18 in a massively Positive way, one of the keys of this bike is to treat her as a cruiser Not as a sport or nimble bike, witch I’ve noticed a few big Reviews / Vlogers doing witch will only get the Wong end of the stick. But this type of bike isn’t for Everyone. I’ve found my ridding style suites her and the looks are amazing especially the detail. Also be aware if you own one you will find a lot of people will look at her. I’ve found the Engine so far amazing but can be smooth on the cruse or shaking / Rumble with caricature when you whant. The Toque from the engine is something else. Cons she is expensive BUT compared to equally equipped Harley Davidson she is a lot Cheeper in comparison. Also BMW service is First class and plenty of them about if I where to have an issue.

[@blancolirio]

Great Review!

[@Lukas-kh5gu]

how‘s the braking with 450kg bike?

[@nicholasjheinz7461]

The R18 will be a sales flop like the Yamaha Transcontinental! Read Robert Simmons review on the R18 and why BMW missed the mark. Back to the drawing board for this mess of a bike!