BMW R 18 vs Aprilia RSV4
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 18 or Aprilia RSV4? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 18 and RSV4. BMW R 18 Price starts at Rs.19.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Aprilia RSV4 Price starts at Rs.23.69 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Factory. BMW R 18 is 2 cylinder, 1802 cc Engine can generate 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm power whereas Aprilia RSV4 is a 4 cylinder, 1099 cc Engine can generate 213.89 bhp @ 13000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R 18 provides a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model), and RSV4 has a mileage of 15.4 kmpl (base model). BMW R 18 is available in 6 colours & 3 variants whereas Aprilia RSV4 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.
R 18 vs RSV4
| Key Highlights | BMW R 18 | Aprilia RSV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.19.90 Lakh | Rs.23.69 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 1099 cc |
| Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 213.89 bhp @ 13000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 17.8 kmpl | 15.4 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R 18 specifications | RSV4 specifications | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | |||
| On Road Price | 22.77 Lakh | 26.91 Lakh | |
| User Rating | |||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 17.9 Litres | |
| Engine Displacement | 1802 cc | 1099 cc |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R 18 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | RSV4 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Rear Wheel Size | 16 | 17 | |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy | |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | 1 | |
Front Wheel Size | 19 | 17 | |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | 1 | |
Calliper Type | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 4 Piston Caliper | Front - 4 Piston& Rear - 2 Piston Calipers | |
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Front Suspension | Telescopic fork | Smart EC 2.0 electronically managed Öhlins NIX fork. Æ 43 mm stanchions | |
Rear Suspension | Steel swinging fork with central shock strut | Upside-down double braced aluminium swingarm | |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19 | 120/70 ZR - 17 | |
Rear Tyre Size | 180/65 - B16 | 200/55 ZR - 17 | |
Front Type | Disc | Disc | |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 300 mm | 220 mm | |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc | |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
| R 18 Instrumentation | RSV4 Instrumentation | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | 1 | 1 | |
Fuel level guage | Analogue | Digital | |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital | |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Infotainment & Communication
| R 18 Infotainment & Communication | RSV4 Infotainment & Communication | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | - | 2 Years/Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| R 18 Body & Suspension | RSV4 Body & Suspension | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Colors | |||
Images | |||
Frame Type | Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeams | Aluminium dual beam chassis with pressed and cast sheet elements |
Engine & Transmission
| R 18 Engine & Transmission | RSV4 Engine & Transmission | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 1099 cc | |
Engine Type | Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft. | - | |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 4 | |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | - | |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
Battery Capacity | 0.31 kwh | 0.144 kwh | |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free | Lithium Ion | |
Range | 272 km/charge | - | |
Top Speed | 180 kmph | 305 kmph | |
Max Torque | 158 Nm @ 3000 rpm | 125 Nm @ 10500 rpm | |
Max Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 213.89 bhp @ 13000 rpm | |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | |
Cooling type | Air-oil cooled | - | |
Bore x Stroke | 107.1 mm x 100 mm | 81 mm x 52.3 mm | |
Mileage (Claimed) | 17.8 kmpl | 15.4 kmpl |
Comfort & Convenience
| R 18 Comfort & Convenience | RSV4 Comfort & Convenience | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes | Rock, Roll and Rain | Street& Sport& User& Race& Track 1& and Track 2 | |
Low Battery Indicator | - | 1 | |
Average Speed Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
Pillion Footrest | - | 1 | |
Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital | |
Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start |
Safety
| R 18 Safety | RSV4 Safety | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Radial Tyres | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Switch | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Slipper Clutch | Single-disk dry clutch | - | |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R 18 Dimensions & Capacity | RSV4 Dimensions & Capacity | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Length | 2440 mm | 2055 mm | |
Width | 964 mm | 735 mm | |
Height | 1232 mm | 1150 mm | |
Wheelbase | 1731 mm | 1435 mm | |
Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 130 mm | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 17.9 Litres | |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4 Litres | 4 Litres | |
Body Type | Cruiser | Sports Bike | |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 345 kg | 202 kg | |
Seat Height | 690 mm | 851 mm |
Which Bike Do You Like More ?
Detailed Comparison of BMW R 18 and Aprilia RSV4
Transmission
BMW R 18 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and RSV4 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 18 has a 16 Litres fuel tank with 1232 mm seat height. Aprilia RSV4 has 1150 mm seat height and 17.9 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of BMW R 18?
The on-road price of BMW R 18 is Rs. 22.77 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Aprilia RSV4?
The on-road price of Aprilia RSV4 is Rs. 26.91 Lakh in New Delhi.