The R 18 Classic is a touring motorcycle for nostalgia. It is reminiscent of the beginnings, of the first cruisers suitable for touring. It also boasts timeless features of our motorcycle history. The heart of the machine is obviously the boxer with the most displacement we have ever built. It stands for relaxing tours and pure enjoyment. Consistently developed history simply put: #SoulFuel.
THE HIGHLIGHTS AT A GLANCEThe drop-shaped tank is an icon from our history and emphasizes as does the elongated end silencer the typical streamlined flyline of the R 18 Classic. Its double cradle steel frame envelopes the enormous sculptured engine that turns every kilometre into an experience.
Features may include:
The seat bench consists of two individual seats. You decide whether to start with a passenger seat or not.
Built with conviction, for over 95 years: The R stands for boxer.
Typical nostalgic touring bike: two auxiliary headlights.
These ensure relaxed and comfortable handling, as the overall appearance of the bike already suggests.
The large windshield protects the rider from the wind and weather.
Historic bonds, newly interpreted and implemented with quality.
The black tank is one of the icons of BMW Motorrad history.
The softbags have 15.5 litres of space for everything you might need on a trip.
2024 BMW R 18 Classic Black Storm Metallic
ICONIC. NOSTALGIC. SOULFUEL.The R 18 Classic is a touring motorcycle for nostalgia. It is reminiscent of the beginnings, of the first cruisers suitable for touring. It also boasts timeless features of our motorcycle history. The heart of the machine is obviously the boxer with the most displacement we have ever built. It stands for relaxing tours and pure enjoyment. Consistently developed history simply put: #SoulFuel.
THE HIGHLIGHTS AT A GLANCEThe drop-shaped tank is an icon from our history and emphasizes as does the elongated end silencer the typical streamlined flyline of the R 18 Classic. Its double cradle steel frame envelopes the enormous sculptured engine that turns every kilometre into an experience.
Features may include:
The seat bench consists of two individual seats. You decide whether to start with a passenger seat or not.
Built with conviction, for over 95 years: The R stands for boxer.
Typical nostalgic touring bike: two auxiliary headlights.
These ensure relaxed and comfortable handling, as the overall appearance of the bike already suggests.
The large windshield protects the rider from the wind and weather.
Historic bonds, newly interpreted and implemented with quality.
The black tank is one of the icons of BMW Motorrad history.
The softbags have 15.5 litres of space for everything you might need on a trip.