BMW R 18 Transcontinental vs BMW M 1000 R

BMW R 18 Transcontinental vs BMW M 1000 R: Specifications Comparison

• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
  Front Disc Size	300	320
  Front Wheel Size	R19	R17
  Rear Wheel Size	B16	R17
  Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
  Front Suspension	Telescopic fork	Data Not Available
  Front Tyre Size	120/70 R19	120/70 R17
  Rear Tyre Size	180/65 B16	200/55 R17
  Front Brake	Disc	Disc
  Rear Disc/Drum Size	300 mm	220 mm
  Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
  Calliper Type	Data Not Available	Fixed
  Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	Data Not Available
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Data Not Available
  Tubeless Tyres	Data Not Available

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Pillion Backrest
  Pillion Footrest
  USB Charger Port
  Console Type	Digital	Digital
  Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
  Seat Style	Single	Data Not Available
  Average Speed Indicator	Data Not Available
  Call/SMS Alerts	Data Not Available
  Riding Modes	Data Not Available	4
  Service Reminder Indicator	Data Not Available
  GPS & Navigation	Data Not Available
  Distance to Empty Indicator	Data Not Available
  Engine Kill Switch	Data Not Available
  Side Stand Indicator	Data Not Available
  Start Type	Data Not Available	Self Start

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• Safety

  Pillion Grabrail
  Turn Signal	LED	LED
  ABS - Anti-lock braking system
  Slipper Clutch
  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Data Not Available
  Hazard Warning Indicator	Data Not Available
  Hazard Warning Switch	Data Not Available
  Pass Light	Data Not Available
  Radial Tyres	Data Not Available
  Side Stand Alarm	Data Not Available
  Power Modes	Data Not Available	4
  Traction Control System	Data Not Available

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• Engine & Transmission

  Engine Capacity	1802 cc	999 cc
  Engine Type	Air- oil-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine	Water/oil-cooled in-line four-cylinder& four-stroke engine with four titanium valves per cylinder
  No. of Cylinders	2	4
  No. of valves per cylinder	2	4
  Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
  Top Speed	180 kmph	280 kmph
  Bore x Stroke	107.1 mm X 100 mm	80 mm x 49.7 mm
  Cooling type	Air-oil cooled	Water/Oil Cooled
  Max Power	89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm	206.51 bhp @ 13750 rpm
  Max Torque	58 Nm @ 3000 rpm	113 Nm @ 11100 rpm
  Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed
  Gear Shifting Pattern	Data Not Available	1 Down 5 Up
  Fuelling	Data Not Available	Fuel Injection
  Mileage (Claimed)	Data Not Available	15 kmpl

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Width	970 mm	848 mm
  Wheelbase	1695 mm	1455 mm
  Fuel Tank Capacity	24 Litres	16.5 Litres
  Body Type	Tourer	Sports
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	427 kg	199 kg
  Seat Height	740 mm	830 mm

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• Exterior

  LED headlight
  Daytime Running Lights	Data Not Available

• Instrumentation

  Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital
  Tachometer	Digital	Digital
  Odometer	Digital	Digital
  Riding Modes Switch	Data Not Available
  Gear Indicator	Data Not Available
  Speedometer	Data Not Available	Digital

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  3 Years/Unlimited Kilometres

  Data Not Available

• Entertainment & Communication

  MID (Multi Info Display)

  Data Not Available

• Pros & Cons

  Pros		Explosive 210 hp performance, among the most powerful naked bikes Exceptional handling and stability, even at high speeds Loaded with advanced electronics and rider aids Premium build and M-series exclusivity Track-ready hardware with usable road manners
  Cons		Very aggressive riding nature, not ideal for daily comfort Stiff suspension on bad roads Limited practicality and touring ability Fuel range is relatively low Overkill performance for most riders

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