2024 BMW R 18 Transcontinental Manhattan Metallic Matte

2024 BMW R 18 Transcontinental Manhattan Metallic Matte

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  • Year 2024
  • Make BMW
  • Model R 18 Transcontinental
2024 BMW R 18 Transcontinental Manhattan Metallic Matte

2024 BMW R 18 Transcontinental Manhattan Metallic Matte

2024 BMW R 18 Transcontinental Manhattan Metallic Matte

THE ROAD’S BEST DRESSED ICON

The R 18 Transcontinental offers you exclusive and luxurious traveling. As a member of the R 18 family it represents BMW Motorrad’s tradition and is deeply rooted in the here and now: its unmistakable front end with the tall windscreen and the mighty Big Boxer promise a comfortable, powerful ride for miles. The automatic load compensation feature accurately adapts the chassis to the load applicable to the motorcycle. And thanks to it being prepared for customizing you can define your R 18 Transcontinental according to what you will discover on every trip: yourself. Simply put: classic #SoulFuel.

Stick to your path

The R 18 Transcontinental has been excellently prepared for anything you throw at it. It has been designed so that you can customize it just like you want it. The wide range of Original BMW Motorrad Accessories additionally supports this customizing concept. The “Machined” and “2-Tone-Black” collections, designed in collaboration with Roland Sands Design, the classic “Option 719”, for instance with AERO Design package, particularly emphasize the bike’s luxurious appearance. The R 18 Transcontinental can be customized and upgraded with sophisticated and convenient touring equipment, such as case liners.

Features may include:

  • Power Reserve

Convenient, luxurious and consistent: the Power Reserve display of the R 18 Transcontinental shows how much power you still have available.

  • Marshall Gold Series 2

The optional, powerful 180 watt amp powers a total of six speakers: for maximum sound quality and absolute audio pleasure.

  • Cockpit

Four traditional, analog round instruments combine with one modern 10.25” TFT display: from the fuel level indicator to the navigation system and your playlist, it provides you with all the relevant information at a glance.

  • Active Cruise Control

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

  • Passenger seat

The particularly comfortable passenger seat features heating as standard and offers outstanding stability. The backrest has been seamlessly integrated into the adjacent topcase.

  • TFT display

Plenty of space for plenty of information. From map navigation to vehicle data and your playlist: easily keep an eye on everything thanks to the 10.25” TFT display.

  • Front fairing panel

The front fairing that has been installed on the forks provides you with ideal protection from the elements in conjunction with the tall windscreen. The two LED additional headlights remain true to the original style and perfectly integrate into the R 18 Transcontinental’s lines to lend it an unmistakable look.

  • Wind deflector

Wind deflectors and the tall windscreen make sure that wind will not bother you too much.

Engine

Engine Type Twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft
Cooling System Air/oil cooled
Bore 107.1 mm
Stroke 100 mm
Displacement 1,802 cc
Engine Power 91 HP at 4,750 rpm
Engine Torque Max: 116 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio 9.6 :1
Emissions Control: Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter

Performance

Top Speed Max: Over 111 mph

Fuel System

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

Battery

Battery 12 V / 26 Ah

Drivetrain

Clutch Single-disc dry clutch
Transmission 6-speed | Secondary drive: Drive shaft

Chassis

Frame Type Double-cradle tubular steel frame

Suspension

Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Front Travel (in./cm.) 4.7"
Rear Travel (in./cm.) 4.7"

Brakes

Front braking system Twin disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
Rear braking system Single disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
ABS Option BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (fully integrated)

Wheels & Tires

Wheels Cast aluminum front wheel
Rear Wheel Travel Guide/spring elements: Steel swingarm with central shock strut
Front Wheel 3.5 x 19"
Rear Wheel 5.0 x 16"
Front Tire 120/70 R19
Rear Tire 180/65 B16

Dimensions

Dimensions Inner leg curve at vehicle curb weight: 67.3”
Wheelbase 66.7”
Castor 7.2”
Steering Head Angle: 62.7°
Length (Above topcase): 104“
Width (across hand levers): 38.2”
Height (above windscreen, at DIN vehicle curb weight): 59.1”
Seat Height Seat height at vehicle curb weight: 29.1”

Capacities

Payload Capacity 448 lbs
Fuel Capacity Usable tank volume: approx. 6.3 gallon
Fuel Reserve Of which: approx. 1.0 gallon

Weights

Weight Permitted total weight: 1,389 lbs
Curb Weight Road-ready, fully fueled 1): 942 lbs 1)

Electric

Alternator Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W (nominal capacity)

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