ICONIC. NOSTALGIC. SOULFUEL The R 18 Classic is a modern cruiser with a nostalgic sense of BMW design. It reminds one of the first BMW cruisers suitable for touring. It also invokes timeless marks of our motorcycle history, such as with the white double pinstripe found on the R 18 Classic First Edition. The heart of the machine is obviously the boxer engine with the most displacement we have ever built. It is designed for relaxing tours and pure enjoyment.
A cruiser inspired by icons Streamlined silhouette, high-quality details: The R 18 Classic attracts all eyes to it.
THE HIGHLIGHTS AT A GLANCE The drop-shaped tank and elongated exhaust are icons from our history and emphasize the traditional BMW design of the R 18 Classic. Its double cradle steel frame envelopes the enormous sculptured boxer engine that turns every mile into an experience.
Features may include: Seat with passenger seat The seat bench consists of two individual seats.
Boxer with pushrods Built with conviction, for over 95 years: The R stands for boxer.
LED additional lights Typical nostalgic touring bike: two auxiliary lights.
Footboards These provide a relaxed and comfortable ride, as the overall appearance of the bike already suggests.
Windshield The large windshield protects the rider from the wind and weather.
Round exhaust pipe, open driveshaft, double cradle frame Historic influence, newly interpreted for today.
Black tank with double pinstripe and classic BMW logo The black tank with double striping is one of the icons of BMW Motorrad history.
Saddlebags The soft bags have 4.1 gallons of space for things you might need on a trip.
Make the bike your own The R 18 Classic’s extensive range of accessories give you all the freedom to design your own bike.
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Highlights
Santa Maria, California
New
B22081SN
2022
BMW
R 18 Classic Manhattan Metallic Matte
WB10L2305N6F68991
MANHATTAN METALLIC MATTE
Premium unleaded
Available
(including mirrors): 44.3" | With Mirror: 38.0"
Excluding Mirrors: 52.8” | above mirror, at DIN empty weight: 55.0"
Specifications
2022
BMW
R 18 Classic
Manhattan Metallic Matte
Heritage
two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crankshaft.
Air/oil cooled
4.2”
3.9”
1,802 cc
Nominal: 91 hp at 4,750 rpm
Max: 116 lbs-ft at 3,000 rpm
9.6 :1
Control: Regulated three-way catalytic converter
Max: over 111 mph
Premium unleaded
12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free
Shaft drive
Single-disc dry clutch
6-speed transmission
Double-cradle steel frame
Telescopic fork
Steel swingarm with central shock strut
4.7”
3.5”
Twin disc brakes, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper
Single disc brake, diameter 300 mm, fixed caliper
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integral)
Spoke wheel
3.00" x 16"
5.00" x 16"
130/90 B16
180/65 B16
96.1" | Rider step length, unladen: 65.2”
(including mirrors): 44.3" | With Mirror: 38.0"
Excluding Mirrors: 52.8” | above mirror, at DIN empty weight: 55.0"
68.1”
unladen: 28.0”
Head Angle: 57.3°
5.9”
Usable tank: Approx. 4.2 gal
1 gal
Max. permitted weight: 1,234.6 lbs. | Max Load: 430 lbs
fully fueled/road-ready: 805 lbs
Permanent magnet generator 600 W (nominal capacity)